Assistant Principal of Instruction

RePublic Schools; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TCRS retirement plan in Nashville

10 days PTO + network closures

Maternity/Paternity paid leave

Life insurance $10,000

Disability insurance

Carrot Fertility benefits

Country: Nashville perks

Job summary

RePublic Schools is looking for an Assistant Principal of Instruction to lead instructional quality across Liberty Collegiate Academy and Nashville Prep. The role requires guiding teachers, driving strong student outcomes, and sustaining a mission-driven culture focused on equity and excellence.

Starting salary is $72,500, and the candidate will report to the Principal. The position emphasizes evidence-based practices, continuous growth, and a commitment to serving underserved scholars in a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of teaching experience with a proven record of strong student achievement and measurable academic growth.
• Charter school leadership experience with urgency, rigor, and mission-driven focus.
• Proven track record of closing achievement gaps for historically underserved scholars.
• Experience coaching and developing teachers to improve performance and outcomes.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in education/leadership required.
• Valid teaching certification; ESL or Special Education endorsement required.
• 3+ years of teaching experience with demonstrated success in improving student outcomes.

Skills

Charter leadership

Teaching experience

Student outcomes

Teacher coaching

Standards knowledge

Content expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in education or leadership

Teaching certification

ESL or Special Education endorsement

Job description

Position: Assistant Principal of Instruction (26-27)

Reports To: Principal

Location: Liberty Collegiate Academy/ Nashville Prep

Compensation: Starting salary $72,500

THE PERSON

RePublic Schools seeks team members from a wide range of backgrounds, talents, experiences, and perspectives. Our most successful staff share a deep commitment to our mission and consistently demonstrate a passion for academic excellence, a results-oriented mindset, genuine care for scholars, resilience in the face of challenge, and humility grounded in continuous growth. They also serve as experts in their content and grade level, grounding their work in deep standards knowledge and best instructional practices to ensure high-quality learning for every scholar.

Role

Other traits needed and desired for this role are:

THE MUST HAVES

• Bringing previous charter school leadership experience and a deep understanding of the urgency, rigor, and mission-driven work required to drive strong outcomes for scholars.
• Demonstrating 3–5 years of teaching experience with a proven record of strong student achievement results and measurable academic growth.
• Showing a proven track record of driving academic results and closing achievement gaps for historically underserved scholars.
• Coaching and developing teachers with a strong track record of improving teacher performance, instructional quality, and student outcomes.
• Bachelor’s degree (required); Master’s degree in education, leadership, or a related field (required).
• Valid teaching certification (required); endorsement in ESL or Special Education (required).
• 3+ years of teaching experience with demonstrated success in improving student outcomes (required)

THE MUST HAVE BELIEFS

• Deep belief in and commitment to RePublic Schools’ mission and values
• Conviction that belonging and academic excellence go hand in hand
• Relentless drive for strong results and continuous improvement
• Belief that high expectations + accountability + support = scholar success

EVERY OPPORTUNITY STARTS WITH BELIEF

Great schools begin with great people—educators who believe every day is an opportunity to make a lasting difference. At RePublic Schools, you’ll join a community of purpose-driven educators committed to delivering rigorous, grade-level instruction while nurturing a culture rooted in love, achievement, and belonging.

Together, we work to ensure every scholar experiences academic excellence, feels deeply supported throughout their educational journey, and is empowered to pursue a future filled with choice and opportunity. RePublic Schools is more than a network of public charter schools—we are reimagining what public education can be in the South. It’s our shared belief in every scholar’s potential that makes all the difference.

THE PERKS

• Compensation: This position is a salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience.
• Retirement Plans: Employees may participate in TCRS retirement plan in Nashville, TN, or the Principal retirement plan in Jackson, MS.
• Paid Time Off: Employees receive 10 days of Paid Time Off, in addition to network closures. This includes 8 personal leave days and 2 mental health days.
• Paid Leave Programming: In the event an employee needs to take maternity or paternity leave, RePublic Schools provides paid medical leave based on length of service. Employees who have been employed for less than one year are eligible for up to 4 weeks of leave at 100% pay. Employees with more than one year of service are eligible for up to 9 weeks of leave at 100% pay, followed by an additional 3 weeks at 40% pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Program: RePublic Schools provides $10,000 in employer-paid life insurance at 100% coverage. Additionally, the organization offers term life and disability insurance, as well as Carrot Fertility benefits, with 100% of the premiums covered by RePublic Schools.
• Fun fact about Nashville: With more than just country music, Nashville’s creative energy fuels innovation in classrooms too. Teachers here are surrounded by artists, entrepreneurs, and changemakers—making it the perfect backdrop for ambitious educators to grow and lead.