Assistant Principal

The Accelerated Schools; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

CalSTRS

12 Month Work Calendar

Job summary

The Accelerated Schools in Los Angeles, CA seeks an impactful Assistant Principal to lead instructional practice and coach teachers toward improved student outcomes. Reporting to the Principal, you will participate in staff evaluations, supervision, and data-driven practices while supporting a positive school culture for students, families, and staff.

You will guide curriculum alignment, professional development, and school-wide initiatives, ensuring equity and inclusive practices across core

Qualifications

• California Single Subject credential with English Learners Authorization is required.
• California Administrative Services Credential is required.
• Spanish bilingual is preferred.
• At least three years of classroom teaching experience (five or more years preferred).
• Minimum of 1-2 years site administrator or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience developing and/or facilitating professional development for educators is preferred.
• Experience in a leadership capacity, e.g., department chairperson or grade-level lead teacher, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead teachers, teacher leaders, and department chairs to improve student outcomes using data-driven cycles and targeted PD.
• Coach, manage, evaluate, and support teachers with feedback and progress tracking.
• Set high achievement standards to help students be college/career-ready.
• Ensure curricula, assessments, and instruction align with California state standards.
• Collaborate with Leadership Team on curriculum, instruction, and assessments in core subjects.
• Design and facilitate professional development for faculty and staff.
• Collect and analyze data to inform school programs and scheduling.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement 21st-century, project-based learning.
• Coordinate CAASPP and share findings to inform instruction.

Education

California Single Subject credential w/ English Learners Authorization

California Administrative Services Credential

Spanish Bilingual

Three+ years classroom teaching (five+ preferred)

1-2 years site administrator experience (preferred)

Experience developing professional development (preferred)

Leadership experience (department chair/lead) preferred

Job description

Grant Funded through the Annenberg Math Grant

Certificated Leadership

High School Assistant Principal

About The Accelerated Schools

At The Accelerated Schools, we believe in the boundless potential of every student and are committed to helping them thrive. Located just south of Downtown Los Angeles, we serve a vibrant community of over 1,700 TK–12 students and are dedicated to preparing them to excel in college, career, and life. Our approach blends innovation, equity, and compassion, creating an environment where students are empowered to take ownership of their learning and their future.

• Our Instructional Approach: Our instructional approach incorporates research-based practices, including project-based learning, student choice & voice, self-direction, and mentoring. Our students set their own short-term and long-term academic and personal goals and our faculty members support students in monitoring their progress toward these goals every day.
• Our Approach to Behavior Support: We embrace Restorative Practices and Circles as a means of building community. This system relies on the belief that all people should have opportunities to develop positive habits and learn from their mistakes. We believe that the best way to accomplish this goal is for us to listen to students, seek to understand their perspectives, and support their journey toward empowerment.
• Our Mission & Commitment to Equity: The Accelerated Schools will graduate students who are prepared to succeed at the university and career of their choice who will enter the workplace as informed and productive employees. At The Accelerated Schools, educational equity is continuously creating and implementing practices that are culturally responsive, and honoring voices from all educational and community partners. Through curiosity, inquiry, self and system reflection, we disrupt inequitable systems so that students graduate in four years, college, career and or life ready.

Job Summary: Reporting to the Principal or administrator designee, the Assistant Principal will serve as a key instructional leader, focusing on coaching teachers in their daily practice to enhance classroom pedagogy and improve student outcomes. Under the leadership of the Heads of School, the Assistant Principal will play a critical role in staff evaluations, supervision and support, data-driven practices, as well as curriculum and instructional leadership. Furthermore, they will be instrumental in fostering a positive and inclusive culture for students, staff, and families, ensuring a supportive and collaborative environment throughout the school community.

What You Will Do

Instructional Leadership and Coaching

• Lead teachers, teacher leaders, and department chairs in dramatically improving student outcomes through the implementation of a rigorous data-driven instruction cycle, high-quality professional development aligned to identified gaps, and ongoing observation and feedback.
• Coach, manage, evaluate, support, and inspire a set of teachers and staff via observations with feedback that captures strengths, growth areas, and measurable progress.
• Set high standards for achievement so that students are on track to be college and/or career-ready.
• Ensures that school-wide curriculum, assessments, differentiated instruction, and more detailed instructional strategies are aligned to California state standards
• Lead in collaboration with the Leadership Team, an organization’s leadership team, including curriculum, instruction, and assessment in all core subjects and other broad courses of study.
• Designs, implements, facilitates, and evaluates professional development for faculty and staff.
• Regularly collects, analyzes, and shares data to drive student achievement and inform school programs including master scheduling, cross-curricular articulation, student access to broad courses of study, socio-emotional counseling, etc.
• Collaborate with teachers to design and implement 21st-century curricula, including personalized and project-based learning.
• Coordinate assessments (e.g., CAASPP), analyze results, and share findings to inform instruction.
• Stay current with research and participate in professional development and meetings.

School Operations and Compliance

• Oversee all aspects of student safety and campus security, ensuring a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with support staff to address issues related to student absences, health, and wellness.
• Supervise student activities and coordinate student incentive and recognition programs.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of school policies and procedures

School Community Engagement

• Foster positive and effective communication with all stakeholders to promote professional growth and development.
• Create a welcoming and enthusiastic environment for staff, students, and parents.
• Engage parents and community members to actively participate in and contribute to the school’s vision and goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Our Ideal Teammate

• Deeply mission-driven and believe Accelerated can and will meet audacious goals. You connect vision to outcomes by prioritizing strategically and using data to guide decisions.
• Believes diversity drives innovation and actively foster inclusive environments. You reflect on how your decisions advance equity and inclusion and work in partnership with students, families, and community.
• Takes ownership of your actions and impact. You reflect, seek feedback, adjust as needed, and hold yourself accountable for results.
• You value relationships and build trust through integrity, transparency, and follow-through. You engage in honest, two-way dialogue grounded in empathy and humility.
• You believe learning happens through dialogue, not monologue. You listen actively, elevate diverse voices, and seek understanding, even in moments of conflict.
• You are a strategic, outcomes-oriented problem solver. You prioritize effectively, anticipate challenges, and adapt strategies to drive meaningful results.
• You believe in continuous growth for yourself and others. You celebrate wins, own mistakes, seek coaching and feedback, and support teammates in developing their skills and impact.

Qualifications

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:

• California Single Subject credential w/English Learners Authorization (required)
• California Administrative Services Credential (required)
• Spanish Bilingual (preferred)
• At least three years of classroom teaching experience (five or more years preferred).
• Minimum of 1-2 years site administrator or equivalent experience preferred
• Work experience at a wide range of grade levels, spanning middle and high school. (preferred)
• Experience developing and/or facilitating professional development for other educators. (preferred)
• Experience in a leadership capacity i.e., department chairperson, grade level lead teacher. (preferred)

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive annual salary: $115,000-$150,557
• The Accelerated Schools (TAS) accepts up to 35 years of prior years of experience where the employee worked full-time as a certificated employee for a minimum of 75% of the school year.
• 12 Month Work Calendar
• Medical, Dental, Life, and Vision Coverage
• CA State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS)

Contact: If you have questions about this position, please contact: [e-mail]