Assistant Principal of Instruction (26-27)

Kipp Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid family leave

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Kipp Inc in Dallas is seeking an Assistant Principal of Instruction to lead educational efforts and support the school leader's vision. This full-time position involves coaching teachers, managing academic goals, and enhancing student achievement.

The ideal candidate will have teaching and leadership experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.
• 1 year of teacher leader experience with a record of managing and coaching teachers.
• Strong record of ensuring students achieve academic success.

Responsibilities

• Act as member of School Leadership Team.
• Support the implementation of the School Leader’s vision.
• Evaluate classroom teacher performance using KIPP TX’s evaluation rubrics.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Conflict management

Teaching practices

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Texas Teacher Certification

Job description

Assistant Principal of Instruction (26-27)

• Full-time
• Start Date: Next year opening

Responsibilities

• Act as member of School Leadership Team
• Support the development and implementation of the School Leader’s school-wide vision and take an active role in investing and mobilizing teachers to achieve the collective goals of the school
• Own implementation of select school-wide priorities and initiatives as directed by the school leader in support of school-wide vision and short and long-term academic and culture goals
• Champion KIPP TX core values and build a community of team and family members dedicated to achievement and collaborative spaces of opportunity
• Operationalize school-wide academic and student culture systems, processes, and routines
• With guidance from the School Leader, lead the annual goal setting process for assigned grade levels and/or departments reflective of set regional and school-wide vision and goals
• Effectively action plan and monitor progress toward goals utilizing established campus and regional enabling systems
• Troubleshoot and respond to concerns escalated from students, staff, and/or families
• Support the School Leader in identifying and developing teacher leaders (Content Team Leaders and/or Grade Level Chairs) through providing coaching, feedback and opportunities for leadership development
• Lead Teacher Development: Manage and coach a team of teachers, including special education teachers, to achieve student academic and culture results
• Develop deep mastery of the academic standards in the subjects/grades for which s/he coaches, and its implications for all subjects/grades
• Lead the implementation and internalization of rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum that meets the needs of diverse learners, including weekly content team meetings and lesson internalization
• Implement regular coaching cycles through observation and real-time feedback
• Coach a cohort of up to 9 teachers, including special education teachers, and collaborate with instructional staff to develop knowledge, design, and implement effective instructional strategies that address the needs of all students
• Support the coordination and implementation of school-wide assessments and analyze assessments to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for intervention
• Monitor student academic progress toward goals with data driven instructional practices and data analysis meetings
• Evaluate classroom teacher performance using KIPP TX’s teacher evaluation rubrics
• Lead teacher instructional development with support of the academics team and school leader
• College Preparatory School Culture Management: Lead school-wide school culture systems that address the evaluated areas of school climate, sense of social awareness, and growth mindset
• Develop and support teachers and staff in the implementation of school-wide culture systems (e.g., entry, dismissal, transition, incentive systems, community meetings, etc.) aligned with the vision for school culture
• Coach assigned teachers on classroom management, teacher language, and practices to support a college preparatory culture
• Ensure consistent implementation of research-based social-emotional learning (SEL) and positive behavior interventions aligned within a multi-tiered intervention framework (MTSS)
• Co-create and monitor student discipline management systems that result in positive student behavior and support learning (e.g., detention systems, in‑school suspension systems, re‑entry systems, intervention systems)
• Resolve conflict and disciplinary situations through a restorative lens while applying appropriate consequences aligned to the KTX code of conduct
• Lead data collection and assessment process to evaluate the effectiveness of school climate initiatives including adult (TNTP, Two Step) and student-facing surveys (Student Needs Assessment)
• Invest and build collaborative partnerships with parents and community, and other stakeholders to support students’ success and strengthen community involvement
• Manage staff and student celebrations
• Cross collaboration with behavior interventionist(s) when available, to coach and provide professional development around classroom management and Tier 1 behavior practices
• Performance Goals:
  • 100% of KTX School achieve an A or B rating - TBD
  • 95% of K-2 students reading on grade level DIBELS
  • KTX earn 90/75/40 on Reading STAAR
  • KTX earn 90/75/40 on Math STAAR
  • 60% of seniors graduate having scored a 3+ on at least a AP/IB exam
  • 80% of student matriculate to a 4-year college
  • 97% Average Daily Attendance
  • 100% BOY Enrollment by Day 10
  • 80% of Staff Retained

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (required)
• Texas Teacher Certification (preferred)
• 2 years of teaching experience (required)
• 1 year teacher leader experience with a record of results managing and coaching teachers and/or teacher leaders to improved academic and culture outcomes for students (required)
• Strong record of ensuring students achieve academic success (required)
• Experience working in education partnering with historically underserved communities and communities of color (preferred)
• Previous school-level leadership experience (preferred)

Competency and Skills

• Demonstrated leadership with the ability to lead people and get results through work with others
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrating strong prioritization, organization and follow‑up skills
• Demonstration of effective teaching and learning practices
• Excellent interpersonal, human relations, and stress and conflict management skills
• Excellent planning, goal setting, coordinating, problem analysis and decision‑making skills
• Ability to facilitate and lead change initiatives and embrace innovation
• Enthusiasm to engage parents and community

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday
• The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region

Additional Requirements

• Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Work Environment

• Reports to school site Monday‑Friday
• Typical school environment with frequent interruptions

Travel Requirements

• Minimal travel; may travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning or meetings

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families
• Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies
• Paid family leave
• Flexible spending account or high‑yield HSA
• Employee assistance programs
• KIPP also offers employee‑paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance

EEO

KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team.

Reasonable Accommodation

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