Assistant Principal 26-27

EQA Schools

New Orleans, LA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Education

Full Time

Job Description

Assistant Principal

(Full Time, Certification Preferred)

Position Description

Educators for Quality Alternatives

EQA serves students who have dropped out, been expelled from, or have struggled academically or behaviorally in traditional settings and are looking for an accelerated path to graduation. There are three high school campuses, a middle school, and a variety of wrap around support programs. Students at the high schools earn a high school diploma and participate in internships, career counseling, and career training in various fields including construction, medical, and digital media. For all settings, our goal is that our students leave school with the skills, confidence and experience necessary to succeed in the career and education path of their choice.

Why become a leader at EQA Schools?

We believe that our students, who are some of the city’s brightest and most vulnerable young people, thrive when their teachers do. And we know that to thrive, teachers need and deserve strong leaders. In this role, you have a unique opportunity to leverage your leadership skills to benefit our staff and students. You will be part of a close knit team that works collaboratively to support students innovatively and consistently.

Roles and Responsibilities

Coach, develop, and manage teachers & other staff

Work with the Academic Dean and Principal to manage and develop teaching staff
Design and provide both group and individualized professional development which is responsive and tailored to school-wide and teacher-specific needs
Observe and give feedback to teachers on a bi-weekly basis
Meet with teachers on a weekly basis to provide both strategic direction and responsive support
Design and provide high quality interventions and support to struggling teachers
Set and monitor teacher progress toward student learning targets and professional goals
Manage other staff as assigned. Learn their areas of responsibility and insure compliance, achievement, and growth.

Develop high quality curriculum and assessments

Develop and maintain a knowledge base in the EQA’s pedagogical practices (including but not limited to: Understanding by Design, Project Based Learning, Differentiated Instruction)
Ensure that instructional staff understand and are working to develop classrooms and curricula that support EQA Pedagogy and effectively reach all students
Research, select, design and implement high quality curricula, assessments and systems for school’s varied instructional settings/approaches
Stay current on national and international trends and best practices in both alternative and traditional education
Collect and analyze a variety of data to assess student’s strengths, gaps, and growth areas
Use this information to appropriately adjust course curriculum and delivery and individualize approaches and supports

Lead MTSS/Student Support systems

Sit on or, as appropriate, chair SBLC, Pupil Appraisal or other student support teams
Support or manage RtI and Sped teams to insure all students are screened and identified for interventions each semester
Develop, implement, monitor and adjust school wide and individual student plans and interventions
Train and support teachers to effectively differentiate
Monitor and communicate student academic progress with students, parents, and faculty
Manage, analyze, and report academic data for individual student and school-wide improvement

Participate in developing Master Schedule and hand-scheduling each student each semester as well as other teams
Oversee Special Education and 504 compliance and staff

Build and leverage transformative relationships for student growth

Participate in all aspects of students’ experience including: intake, RtI, special education, internships, and post high school transition
Train and support teachers to plan weekly community building activities for each class
Actively practice restorative approaches and collaborative problem-solving in order to teach students how to take responsibility for improving their behavior and communication

Manage day-to-day school structures and systems

Insure daily coverage
Plan and manage duty, arrival, dismissal, and transitions
Oversee Attendance systems and staff
Monitor, support, and insure deadlines are met

Model collaborative, servant leadership

Practice EQA Operating Values and the tenets of servant leadership
Participate in leadership develop opportunities and hone your skillfulness
Productively participate in school decisions to insure fidelity to mission and vision
Provide support and back up for Principal, Academic Dean and others as needed
Provide high quality consultation for long term strategic planning

Constantly developing your own craft

Set goals for student and staff performance and professional growth
Actively reflect on your own work and monitor progress toward your goals
Productively seek, give, and use feedback
Positively contribute to the school’s collegial community
Participate in all scheduled professional development activities and seek out additional opportunities
Involve yourself in the continual development and improvement of the school’s curriculum, culture, and program.

Position Requirements:

5-10+ years experience effectively teaching at risk high school students
2-5+ years effectively leading and coaching adults
BA required; MA or MEd Preferred; Teacher Certificate Preferred
Specialized interest and skills in working with students with learning and emotional difficulties
Diverse and effective instructional methods for student engagement and academic growth
Careful, detail oriented data management and analysis skills

Excellent communication, interpersonal, relationship building & management skills
Flexible and learning mindset dedicated to effectively and innovatively problem solving and constantly improving
Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for being a part of a strong, mission-driven team
Commitment to EQA’s mission, vision and growth

Details

Start Date: July 2026
Schedule: All full time EQA positions are year-round. As a leadership position, this position requires additional on and off site hours.
Salary: Initial salary is set based on years of experience and degrees. Future salary increases and bonuses are based on performance and responsibilities.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and 403b retirement plan
Reports to: Principal

EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas.

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