Assistant Principal

Second Mile Education; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Second Mile Education is looking for an Assistant Principal in Sanford, Florida. This position is crucial for managing the academic progress of all students, maintaining a supportive climate for teaching, and ensuring effective instructional practices.

Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree, hold or be eligible for state educational leadership certification, and have experience in instructional leadership and working with at-risk youth. Strong leadership and relationship-building skills are necessary for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree is essential for this position.
• Must have three years of paid experience in a leadership role.
• Teaching experience of at least three years is necessary.
• Experience with at-risk youth is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage academic progress of students to ensure effective teaching.
• Supervise and mentor instructional staff for their development.
• Analyze school data to monitor and improve outcomes.
• Lead recruitment and retention of qualified school staff.
• Facilitate a climate conducive to learning and instructional success.

Skills

Educational administration knowledge

Secondary education principles

Curriculum theory

Data analysis skills

Effective communication

Relationship building

Technology proficiency

Productivity software skills

Education

Master’s Degree from an accredited institution

State administrative or educational leadership certification

Valid state teaching certificate (required for administrative certification)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Assistant Principal

The Assistant Principal is responsible for managing the academic progress of students; maintaining a climate conducive to teaching and learning; ensuring effective delivery and improvement of instruction; supervising, mentoring, and developing instructional staff; and ensuring that the school meets its defined goals.

Essential Functions

• Recruit, hire, supervise, and retain highly qualified school staff.
• Lead all initiatives to ensure the school meets defined FTE enrollment and attendance goals.
• Assist the Principal in facilitating and monitoring a school climate conducive to student learning and implementing research‑based instructional practices aligned with the Standard Operating Model.
• Oversee all aspects of the core academic program.
• Set clear and rigorous expectations for staff performance, accountability, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Develop a yearly staff training and professional development schedule to ensure effective professional development and ongoing support.
• Collect and analyze school data as the basis for monitoring and improving the school’s measurable outcomes and contractual obligations, focusing on a cycle of continuous improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance systematically and regularly.
• Lead staff to accomplish defined accountability measures, including contractual obligations, company performance measures, and federal, state, and district requirements.
• Facilitate a school climate conducive to student learning and implement research‑based instructional practices aligned with the Standard Operating Model.
• In the absence of the Principal, assume responsibility for the total operation of the school and the welfare of teachers, staff, and students.
• Foster effective communication and relationships with all internal and external stakeholders, including the company’s mission and vision, performance results, school activities, and other pertinent information.
• Perform all other duties as deemed necessary, aligned with company policies and procedures to ensure that student educational and behavioral goals and objectives are achieved.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Knowledge of educational administration as it relates to school management and organization.
• Knowledge of the principles of secondary education.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instructional theory.
• Knowledge, skills, and ability to analyze and manipulate data to drive program improvement.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of and ability to work in a technology‑rich environment.
• Skill in the use of productivity software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Education and Experience Required

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution.
• Possession of or eligibility to obtain the required state administrative or educational leadership certification by the end of the school year of hire.
• Possession of a valid state teaching certificate is required if working toward administrative certification.
• Three (3) years of paid, professional experience in an instructional/supervisory leadership position.
• Minimum three (3) years of teaching experience.
• Five (5) years of paid, professional experience working with at‑risk youth is preferred.