CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS CHARTER SCHOOL hiring Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction K-4 in Philadelphia, PA | LinkedIn (2024)

Christopher Columbus Charter School is currently accepting applications for the role of Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction located at our K-4 Elementary School in the heart of South Philadelphia.

The Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction will manage development and implementation of CCCS curriculum, including coaching, feedback, informal/formal observations and evaluations, Professional Development for classroom educators, Scope and Sequence Review and Approval, and Culturally Relevant Teaching. They will directly supervise and manage all Teachers, Teacher Leaders, classroom assistants and ELL staff. The AP will also manage the test administration of the PSSA exams. They will ensure CCCS is meeting new grade level promotion requirements. The Instructional AP will assist with HR needs, particularly involving teachers. They will be an important part of the Crisis Management Team.

Job ResponsibilitiesOrganizational Leadership

• In conjunction with Principal, hold and lead educational and organizational vision, culture, and values.
• Constantly monitor data to make decisions that impact the School Performance Framework results including: Student Growth, Student Achievement, Student Engagement and Family Satisfaction.
• Lead development of organizational and educational policies.
• Assist with administrative duties such as calendar management, bell schedules and scheduling.
• Support Principal in formal performance evaluation process, including the gathering of data and delivery of feedback.
• Network with other charter schools and gain exposure to educational best practices.

Instructional Leadership

• Manage instructional professional development, including implementation of New Educator Induction, All Educator In Services, and support Teacher Leaders and PLCs.
• Review and approve Scope and Sequences.
• Manage Teachers, Team Leads, & ELL staff.
• Participate in regular teacher observation and feedback cycle, tracking progress and data.
• Support curriculum development and instructional approach with a focus on Culturally Relevant Teaching & Secondary Readiness.
• Manage Homerooms.

Student Success and Achievement

• Develop individual relationships with students through mentorship, classroom presence, and an "open door" policy.
• In conjunction with the Principal, maintain safety and security of school population and property, including supervision of students before school, after school and during lunch.
• Support resolution of conflicts between teachers and students.
• Participate in the school crisis team and manage before, during and after incidents.

Human Resources Management

• Supervise staff, including training and professional development, weekly one-on-one and group supervision meetings as needed.
• Recruit teaching and non-teaching staff members, including creating job postings, interviewing, and hiring.
• Lead training of new teachers.

Standardized Testing Compliance

• Manage assessment and standardized testing with an emphasis on STAR and PSSA.
• Support PSSA preparation plan and implementation.
• Data collection and analysis of testing results.

Community Partnerships and Relationships

• Sustain strong community partnerships that enhance learning opportunities for students and teachers.
• Represent CCCS within SDP and the local community.
• Represent CCCS at local and national charter school and educational conferences.
• Support Principal in CCCS marketing, advertising, press opportunities.

Five years of full-time paid, professional educational experience, three of which have been at the elementary, secondary, or approved middle school level providing leadership or participating in decision-making processes, school policy development or the establishment and implementation of educational goals and objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in education required.
• Experience in curriculum development.
• Classroom teaching experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in educational setting.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and multicultural populations.
• Demonstrated expertise and excellence in oral and written communications, public speaking, training, conflict resolution, supervision, and negotiation.
• Intermediate to advanced computer software skills.
• Administration and education experience of at least three (3) years.
• Capacity to appreciate and nurture a variety of pedagogies and skills that contribute to student success.
• A commitment to teaching, learning, and student success.

Certificates/Licenses Elementary School - Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Administrative Certificate for Elementary School Principal. A PA Special Education Teaching Certification is preferred.

In Order To Qualify For This Position, Candidates Must Have Current And Acceptable Completion Of (or Ability To Obtain Prior To Employment)

• Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification (Act 24)
• PA State Police Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)
• FBI Criminal History Clearance (Act 114)
• Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training (Act 126)
• Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168)
• Recent Physical/Tuberculosis Test

Please note that you will only be contacted in the event that we wish to schedule an interview.

Christopher Columbus Charter School is an AA/EOE committed to the development of an inclusive, multicultural community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, age or sex.