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Assistant Principal of Instruction Humanities at KIPP Denver Collegiate High School
4 months ago
Job Description
Role Responsibilities and More About How You'll Spend Your Time in this Role
Professional Responsibilities
Believe deeply in the mission, values, and Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (RIDE) commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn
Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual and guidelines
Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning (regardless of my role and its proximity to students)
Take ownership for the development of your craft (meet 1x/1-2 weeks with a manager, implement feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)
Commit to being prepared. Such as: internalizing and preparing for lessons; preparing for O3s/coaching, preparing for meetings, coaching, PD, etc.
Meet professional obligations including and not limited to meeting deadlines and honoring schedules
Consistently leverage existing professional tools, including but not limited to Google Suite (google documents, etc.) and Microsoft Suite (including but not limited to your KIPP Colorado email, Teams chat / meetings, Teams phone, and Microsoft outlook)
Maintain strong attendance each day and be on time to all responsibilities
Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement
Reflect on professional practices to meet individual professional development goals
Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and department meetings
Actively engage and implement in all school-wide and Org wide professional development
Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement org and grade-wide initiatives
Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and leadership on a regular basis, assuring that feedback is shared directly with the intended recipient. Ensure that feedback is focused on improving outcomes and experiences for students
Assist with both student and staff recruitment and engagement- including events, home visits, calls home, and other determined and related requirements
Know that you role, professional development, org wide meetings, etc. may require you to travel around Denver to other KIPP Campuses, our Home Office, or other KIPP or PD events
Assist with other duties as assigned (such as but not limited to, lunch duty, arrival/dismissal duty, bathroom duty, school support duties, etc.)
How We Work: The Assistant Principal works in close partnership with the Home Office to create a cohesive, coherent experience for our students and families and to realize the goals and priorities of our Strategic Plan. This includes (but is not limited to):
Aligning core work in their functional area to KIPP Colorado's organizational vision, mission, strategy, priorities and scorecard
Investing in and leading change management as we shift operating models and increase organizational alignment across KIPP Colorado
Partnering deeply with the Home Office Team to execute strategy (including priorities and initiatives) and develop staff
Building context and sharing context to ensure alignment of campus-based work with broader vision and strategy
Implementing and progress monitoring organizational priorities and initiatives at the campus level
Championing and stewarding KIPP Colorado's vision, values, RIDE Commitments, and strategy
Providing input and insight to shape organizational strategy, including priorities, initiatives, and implementation
_ Instructional Leadership_
Manage a cohort of teachers (typically between 9 and 12 teachers) to achieve KIPP Colorado's strategic plan scorecard and the aligned campus-based goals
In some cases, APIs may manage and coach Deans of Instruction and oversee the efficacy of their management and development of teachers on their caseload
Provide continuous coaching and evaluation for all teachers on their caseload through regular observation, coaching, development, and support
Support the development teachers and realization of student achievement goals through frequent and consistent coaching protocols, including lesson/unit internalization, observation-feedback, and review of and action planning from student work and student data
Perform mid-year and end-of-year performance reviews of a cohort of teachers
Collaborate with the Principal and Instructional Leadership Team to design, plan, and implement teacher professional development, including coordination of action research collaboratives and whole-staff professional development sessions
Build and develop own and all staff's capacity to support learning for all students, including an understanding of and ability to implement well: IEPs, 504 Plans, ALPs, BIPs, best practices in academic and behavioral intervention, strategies for multilingual learners, and universal design
_ Curriculum & Assessment Leadership_
Manage and oversee Department Chairs; support them in curriculum alignment, development, data analysis, and planning and running team meetings
Oversee and ensure accountable implementation of assessment design and data analysis; accountable forms of assessment include daily, weekly, module or unit exams, interim assessments, and summative or "North Star" assessments
Evaluate whole school performance data to make holistic as well as individual recommendations for improving school-wide instructional practices, with specific attention to supporting Multilingual Learners and Students with Disabilities
Serve as Site Assessment Leader for one or more major assessments (for example: TS-Gold, CMAS, P/SAT, ACCESS, iReady Diagnostics, CIAs, ANet, Interims, etc.), and facilitate effective execution of major assessments, standardized unit assessments, and other assessment operations and analysis
Monitor progress to ensure 100% of students are assessed
Execute assessment administration aligned with all state and local guidelines, including the KIPP Colorado Assessment Playbook
_ Campus Community and Culture Leadership_
Advise Principal on processes and protocols for enhancing school culture and determine when and how to modify rituals, systems and practices for the overall betterment of the school
Partner with AP of Culture and Deans of Culture to ensure consistent implementation of whole-school systems and coaching / support for staff
Oversee consistent implementation and upholding of cultural expectations, especially in the classrooms of teachers directly managed
Develop teachers' capacity with classroom management and student culture knowledge, skills, and mindsets
Support teachers with student accountability and discipline matters, including coordinating and facilitating student-teacher interventions and parent-teacher-student interventions
Co-manage and co-lead the school's summer orientation sessions
Manage responses to parent concerns not resolved at the teacher or Department Chair Level, especially associated with concerns about curriculum, instruction, or grading
_ School Operations_
Manage academic and cultural programming in all designated grade levels
Manage Summer School (if applicable)
Co-plan and lead all Data Days
Co-manage Detention (or equivalent) with the Leadership Team
Co-manage duties (arrival, dismissal, hallway transitions, lunch, recess) with the Leadership Team
Co-lead Saturday School with the Leadership Team (if applicable)
_ Additional Responsibilities_
Participate in active presence and strategic supervision and monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning
Complete MLE coursework and certification requirements (required for most roles)
Partner with the Assistant Principal of Special Services and Special Education Teachers to ensure proper implementation of 504s, BIPs, IEPs, safety plans, accommodations, modification, and language support for students
Enforce positive behavior systems and monitor behavior data
Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, Report Card Conferences, Community Events, etc.)
Perform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) bus, lunch, and dismissal duties, chaperone field trips. Participate in parent meetings, conferences, and periodic evening events
Develop strong relationships with the families of students through home visits, participation in school events and phone calls home
Communicate regularly with families about academic progress and behavior
Participate in daily duties (i.e. breakfast, lunch, dismissal) to support school operations
Maintain accurate records, grade books, and data tracking systems
Assist with both student and staff recruitment
Qualifications:
Qualifications
About the skills and qualifications you will bring to this role:
Spanish bilingual (preferred)
At least 5-7 years of relevant and aligned experience (required)
At least 4 years of K-12 teaching experience and/or a strong record of helping underserved students achieve academic success (required)
Past experience (2 years) of leading adults in a school environment (assistant principal, instructional coach, grade level chair, etc) (required)
A full understanding and Commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience (more about that HERE) (required)
Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment
Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork
Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one's work
Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful and willing to do whatever it takes to help the school reach a level of academic excellence
High level of detail orientation and sound excellent organizational skills
Strong communication, feedback and facilitation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
Entrepreneurial mindset, with the creativity and versatility to work productively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with a proven ability to meet and complete multiple deadlines and tasks with meticulous attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders across functional and organizational lines
Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and to high standards of excellence
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits: Employee retention and satisfaction is imperative for KIPP Colorado. We seek to provide competitive compensation and benefits including the following:
Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $91,800 and is commensurate with experience
Please submit a comprehensive resume to assure all your experience is accounted for Tip: We don't care if your resume is more than one page, we are eager to see and compensate you for all of your experience and accomplishments
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% of employee-only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado and options for family enrollment and coverage, through United Healthcare
Time Off : More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Based on hire date, employees are eligible for up to 8 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
All employees receive summer break through an organization-wide closure, based on work location and position
Access to parental and medical leave: includes 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid for a total of 12 weeks (after your first year)
Career Trajectory: Access to opportunity to move up, across schools, and grow your career during weekly coaching sessions to refine your craft
Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access to mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program
Technology & Access: Equipment provided: laptop & phone
Retirement Planning: Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program, including a PERA 401k option
Move to Join Us: Relocation reimbursement (when applicable)
Additional Pay: Most schools offer various stipend opportunities
Other Insurance Options:
Wellness reimbursement
Voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance
Voluntary long term disability insurance
Voluntary short term disability insurance
Optional Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Additional Information: For more information, you can view our benefits FAQ here
