Virtual Elementary Assistant Principal

Accelschools; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 16,644,000 - 19,417,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

ACCEL Schools is seeking a Virtual Assistant Principal to lead cultural, behavioral, and academic excellence in a K-12 online setting. You will partner with teachers, administrators, and families to drive inclusive practices, trauma-informed supports, and high expectations.

The role requires Ohio principal/teacher licenses, a strong track record in school leadership, and collaborative program development. You will coach staff, implement MTSS/RTI with fidelity, and oversee professional

Qualifications

• Current valid Principal and Teacher license in Ohio
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related discipline
• Advanced degree in education/educational leadership preferred
• Minimum seven years of experience in education or related field
• Two or more years in school administration/instructional leadership
• Knowledge of state academic content standards
• Experience with accountability, compliance, and legal requirements

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a caring, inclusive school community
• Provide coaching and PD on classroom management strategies
• Collaborate with staff and families to improve student behavior and engagement
• Design and lead Career and Technical Education programs
• Coordinate staff development and parent conferences
• Ensure compliance with EEO and state policies
• Foster strong relationships with parents and community partners

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Project management

Educational leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Teacher license (Ohio)

Principal license (Ohio)

Advanced degree in Education/Leadership

Job description

About the Team

OHDELA (Ohio Distance and Electronic Learning Academy) is a tuition-free, K-12 online school dedicated to transforming education through a state-of-the-art virtual experience. We offer a flexible, standards-aligned curriculum delivered by highly qualified teachers, providing 24/7 access to learning. As a premier online academy, we tailor our instruction to meet the unique needs of every student—from advanced learners to those seeking a safe, bully-free environment.

We are seeking a highly qualified Virtual Assistant Principal who provides a superior education for all students.

The Assistant Principal shares the role of cultural, behavioral, and academic leader for the school. Reporting to and working closely with the Principal, the Assistant Principal will partner with teachers, administrators, parents, and students to ensure an environment focused on academic excellence and accountability. The ideal candidate will know how to cultivate strong relationships with people at all levels and backgrounds, possess excellent project management skills and be highly organized and thorough.

About the Opportunity

• Cultivating a caring, supportive, and inclusive school community
• Understanding how trauma, equity, inclusive practices, and restorative practices impact the student and teacher experience
• Providing coaching and professional development opportunities in effective classroom management strategies
• Collaborating with staff and families to identify and implement appropriate strategies to improve student behavior, attendance, and engagement
• Engaging families and the community in meaningful and mutually beneficial ways that promote student academic success and well-being
• Implementing behavior management practices that motivate students through strong relationships with their teachers and positive reinforcements
• Acting as a point person to the local community, effectively communicating the school's mission and vision and soliciting input from parents and families about school performance, areas for improvement, and their needs
• Understanding, accept, abide by, and implement the school's philosophy and mission statement in all school activities
• Contributing to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards
• Engaging and build strong professional relationships with parents, characterized by timely and regular communications
• Formulate and administer a comprehensive program of Career and Technical Education
• Work collaboratively with administrators, student’s services personnel, and teachers to ensure the delivery of career development services
• Facilitate linkages with parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations to support students’ transition to postsecondary education and employment
• Cultivating partnerships with external organizations that enrich the culture of the school
• Collaborate with leadership to develop, implement, and lead the instructional programs of the school, assessing curriculum, pedagogy, lesson plans and observing classes (teaching and learning) on a frequent and structured basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on the best practices for student learning and development
• Share responsibility for student achievement as related to academics and social-emotional wellbeing
• Collaborate with Principal to plan and facilitate professional development opportunities for teachers that support instructional best practices
• Collaborate with cross-departmental leadership teams and staff to plan and coordinate staff in-service days, parent-teacher conferences, and extended learning opportunities
• Collaborate with other instructional leaders (Principal, Head of School, MTSS Coordinator, Special Education Coordinators, etc.) to ensure the MTSS/RTI process is followed with fidelity
• Collaborate with the principal to coordinate and oversee summer educational opportunities
• Partner with Human Resources to execute a highly effective talent management system of recruiting, selecting, hiring, retaining, recognizing, and supporting all school site staff
• Ensure non-discrimination practices in the selection process of faculty and staff by adhering to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements
• Collaborate with Home Office/Operations Team on the review and reporting requirements of the State, charter authorizing agency and Federal regulatory agencies, school sponsor, including the charter renewal process
• Understand and address all compliance items as they relate to the school's Sponsor Agreement
• Support the state-required testing process including in-person testing
• Assist with updating parent and student manuals, policies, and handbooks
• Stay current on the state’s policies, procedures, and legislation
• Exhibit high quality communication with all students and families
• Handle student problems escalated by parents and teachers
• Travel requirement of 15% is a requirement
• All other duties as assigned

About You

• Current valid Principal and Teacher license in the state of Ohio
• Ohio residency preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related discipline
• Successful completion of federal and state criminal background checks
• Knowledge of state academic content standards
• Minimum seven years of experience in education or related field
• Two or more years of experience in successful school administration/instructional leadership
• Advanced degree in education/educational leadership strongly preferred
• Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining a rigorous academic program that meets the needs of all students
• Experience in public education accountability, compliance, and related legal requirements
• Demonstrated ability to create inclusive environments that honor and support a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives
• Passion for improving educational opportunities for all students and for building a strong, highly effective organization aligned to this mission
• Understanding of and ability to manage confidential information
• Knowledge of/experience with innovative school designs and instructional models, including those featuring 21st Century learning strategies like blended, inquiry, problem/project based and personalized learning
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

About Us

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.

Compensation and Benefits: The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

The annual starting salary for this position is between $60,000 - $70,000annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 10 paid holidays annually.

Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off to cover sick, vacation, and personal absences.

We offer 4 unique health insurance plans to choose from that cover a wide range of deductibles and co- insurance levels. Our goal is to provide you with maximum choice in finding a plan that meets you and your family’s needs. Employees can choose from co-pay or High Deductible Health Plans.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.