Assistant Principal of Middle School

JOB TITLE: Assistant Principal of Middle School

DEPARTMENT: Academics

STATUS: Exempt, School Year, Full Time

REPORTS TO: School Principal

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Principal of Middle School supports the Principal in advancing the school’s mission, driving academic excellence, and ensuring operational effectiveness. This role provides instructional leadership, oversees school culture and student achievement, supervises and develops staff, and ensures compliance with District of Columbia Public Charter School Board (DC PCSB) standards and accountability requirements. The Assistant Principal plays a critical role in fostering a safe, inclusive, achievement-oriented learning environment that supports all students and advances the school’s strategic and academic goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Instructional Leadership & Student Achievement
• Support implementation of rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum (Common Core & DC standards).
• Conduct frequent classroom observations and provide actionable, growth-oriented feedback.
• Lead data-driven instructional improvement cycles and monitor intervention effectiveness.
• Analyze student achievement data to inform instructional strategy and resource allocation.
• Support implementation of MTSS, academic interventions, and progress monitoring systems.
• Collaborate on school-wide assessments and accountability measures.
• Participate in curriculum reflection and refinement aligned to annual school goals.
• Support the evolution of signature academic programs (e.g., Senior Thesis program).

2. School Culture, Discipline & Family Engagement
• Promote a safe, equitable, and restorative school culture.
• Oversee the Implementation and monitoring of behavior systems and restorative practices.
• Oversee the management of student discipline processes in accordance with school policy and DC regulations.
• Oversee the coordination of attendance improvement strategies and monitor chronic absenteeism.
• Facilitate family meetings and conflict resolution conversations.
• Partner with families to support student success and academic growth.
• Represent the school at community and recruitment events as needed.

3. Staff Supervision & Professional Development
• Supervise, evaluate, and coach teachers, instructional coaches, and school deans.
• Conduct formal teacher observations and evaluations.
• Provide targeted coaching to new and developing educators.
• Lead professional development aligned to instructional priorities.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of high-performing staff.
• Ensure accountability and follow-through on staff performance expectations.

4. Operations, Compliance & Strategic Support
• Ensure compliance with DC PCSB requirements, reporting expectations, and accountability standards.
• Support oversight of key compliance areas (e.g., Special Education, ELL, testing, attendance, safety).
• Assist with crisis management and emergency preparedness planning.
• Collaborate on master scheduling and operational planning.
• Support budgeting and responsible resource allocation.
• Contribute to enrollment and reenrollment efforts.

Required Qualifications:
• MA or MS in education, educational leadership, or related field.
• 3+ years of successful K-12 teaching experience.
• Demonstrated experience supervising and coaching adults.
• Knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.
• Experience analyzing student achievement and/or school performance data.
• Experience supporting student discipline and school culture systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading professional development.
• Ability to pass the required background clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:
• 2+ years of site-based leadership experience (e.g., Dean, Instructional Coach, Department Chair, Grade-Level, Lead).
• Experience conducting formal teacher observation and evaluation.
• Experience managing schoolwide initiatives (MTSS, PBIS, data cycles, accreditation, etc.).
• Experience overseeing compliance areas (e.g., Special Education, ELL, testing, attendance, safety).
• Experience with restorative practices and student support systems.
• Experience managing master scheduling or school operations.
• Experience in budget oversight or resource allocation
• 5+ years of experience in education.
• Demonstrated success in improving student achievement outcomes.
• Experience in a similar school model.
• Valid Administrative Certification.

CHAVEZ EMPLOYER DISCLAIMER: At Chavez, we are committed to fostering growth and creating meaningful opportunities for both students and staff. We highly value emergent leadership, recognizing and encouraging individuals who take initiative, demonstrate adaptability, and contribute to the success of our organization beyond their defined roles. As we continue to expand, all positions are subject to evolving roles and responsibilities throughout the current employment term. Our compensation structure is designed to reward the fulfillment of core responsibilities within each role, and additional tasks and duties that arise beyond these core expectations are considered part of the regular scope of employment. Compensation adjustments related to any role changes or expansions will be evaluated exclusively at the conclusion of the employment term, in alignment with our commitment to growth and development.

This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ADA SPECIFICATIONS: This position will be based at one of Chavez Schools’ campus locations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about the building. In addition, travel between Chavez campuses or to other sites will be required, frequency to depend on the needs of the school and position. The employee is regularly required to speak audibly, see, listen actively, and use hands to handle objects while performing the duties of this job. This position requires the ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and filing cabinets. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AAP/EEO Statement: Chavez Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chavez Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Chavez Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chavez Schools’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.