School Leadership & Equity Associate

Young World Physical Education; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Public School District is seeking an Administrative Associate to support the principal and assistant principals in advancing instructional excellence and a positive school climate.

This role bridges instructional leadership, behavior interventions, and student engagement, requiring strong organizational, analytical, and collaborative skills to promote equity and student achievement in a busy urban school environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field.
• Valid Virginia Postgraduate Professional License with an Administration and Supervision PreK–12 endorsement.
• Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience; leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the principal and assistant principals in developing, implementing, and monitoring instructional improvement plans aligned with division goals and the school improvement plan.
• Analyzes student performance data and facilitates collaborative data discussions with instructional teams.
• Observes classroom instruction and provides feedback focused on effective teaching, engagement, and equity.
• Assists in coordinating professional learning for teachers and support staff to strengthen instructional practices.
• Promotes the use of evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions that support diverse learners.
• Collaborates with academic specialists and instructional coaches to identify and address learning gaps.
• Oversees schoolwide initiatives to promote a positive climate and culture that foster respect, inclusion, and belonging.
• Leads implementation of PBIS and restorative practices.
• Manages student behavior referrals, investigates incidents, determines consequences consistent with School Board policy, and conducts restorative conferences as appropriate.
• Monitors student attendance data and collaborates with counselors, social workers, and families to reduce chronic absenteeism.
• Supports student leadership, mentoring, and recognition programs that reinforce school values and engagement.
• Works collaboratively with teachers and support staff to ensure consistent behavioral expectations and interventions across classrooms.
• Serves as a member of the school’s crisis, safety, and threat assessment teams.
• Disaggregates academic and behavior data to identify and address inequities in achievement, discipline, and access to programs.
• Partners with instructional and student services teams to design targeted interventions for underrepresented or at-risk student groups.
• Provides leadership in ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal mandates regarding instruction, student conduct, and reporting.
• Assists in the development and monitoring of the School Improvement Plan and related performance indicators.
• Collaborates with families, community partners, and agencies to support student success.
• Serves as an administrative designee when assigned by the principal.
• Assists in the supervision of school activities, student transitions, and after-school programs.
• Participates in hiring, onboarding, and mentoring of new teachers and staff.
• Provides input in staff evaluations, as appropriate, and supports professional growth plans.
• Performs related duties as assigned to advance the mission and goals of the school and division.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Collaborative leadership

Education

Master's degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field

Virginia Postgraduate Professional License with Admin & Supervision PreK–12 endorsement

Minimum of three years classroom teaching experience

Job description

Norfolk Public School District is seeking an Administrative Associate to support the principal and assistant principals in advancing instructional excellence and a positive school climate.

This role bridges instructional leadership, behavior interventions, and student engagement, requiring strong organizational, analytical, and collaborative skills to promote equity and student achievement in a busy urban school environment.