2024-2025 | High School Assistant Principal of Curriculum

What is Boston Prep?  

Boston Prep is a college-preparatory charter public district, made up of a single-site middle and high school.   In 2023-2024, our community will include 700 students in grades 6-12, nearly 500 alumni, over 150 faculty members, and hundreds of families. The majority of our students and families reside in Dorchester, Roxbury, Mattapan, and Hyde Park. As a charter public school, we welcome all students via an impartial public lottery, and hold the same high expectations and ambitions for all of our students, including those with special needs and English language learners.

What Do We Believe?

At Boston Prep, our mission is to prepare students to succeed in a four-year college and embody, in thought and action, lifelong ethical growth.  We foster an environment structured around accelerating academic growth, as demonstrated by our extended school day and school year.  We believe that to do this work effectively, relationships are the heart of our community and an understanding of anti-racism is critical in serving our community effectively.  

To achieve our ambitious goals, our approach includes six essential beliefs that we believe leads to our success: 

• We have an exceptional adult team; we are One Team. 

• We hold high expectations for all students.

• We foster ethical growth, inside and outside of the classroom.

• We have an invested, passionate student culture, balanced by structure and joy.

• We offer a range of support, academic, social, and emotional, to all students.

• We ensure college persistence through a number of student and alumni support.

What Do We Value?

Our mission guides Boston Prep and our values guide how we work together as a One Team.  Our values hold us accountable to ourselves, to one another, to our students, and to our families.  They remind us of how we strive to do the work of our achieving mission together, united as a One Team. Our One Team’s values:

• We are mission driven.  

• Everyone is here for the same reasons. 

• Organizational changes are required to achieve the mission.  

• We believe all of us, in every step of our journey, have room to improve. 

• Staff actions drive student results. 

Who Are We Looking For?

At Boston Prep, we believe that every teacher has the power to make a difference in the lives of our students. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging where all students feel seen, heard, and valued. As a teacher with us, you will have the opportunity to inspire and empower the next generation, while also making a meaningful impact on your own career.  You embody the mindset that “kids do well if we believe they can”.

We recognize that representation matters, and we strive to ensure that our students see themselves reflected in their teachers and leaders. We believe that a team of diverse leaders and teaching staff enhances our students' educational experience and fosters a deeper sense of belonging. As a teacher at Boston Prep, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of passionate educators who are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

We are committed to providing our teachers with the coaching and resources they need to thrive. We offer ongoing professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.

If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and build a brighter future for our community.   

As a High School Assistant Principal of Curriculum & Instruction- STEM. . .

You believe in creating an educational experience where students are able to see themselves reflected in the content of your class. As a member of the High School Leadership team, you are responsible for the following components of instructional and school leadership:  

• With the HS Principal and the Chief Academic Officer, set 9-12 instructional goals to ensure focused, grade level work across our science and math classes 
• Partner with the HS Principal, STEM Department Chairs and fellow Deans of Curriculum and Instruction to identify instructional trends, setting action plans, as needed
• Analyze data on student achievement and assessment, using it to inform instruction and professional development
• Ensure curriculum is aligned with MA Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core Standards, relevant and rigorous enough to ensure fulfillment of school mission
• Guide teachers and content areas to develop and implement high quality assessments, monitor and guide the type, variety and quality of student assessments, and drive purposeful use of assessment data and feedback
• Analyze, share and interpret internal and external school assessments (SAT, MCAS, Star Reading, iReady etc.), ensuring data is used strategically to improve student performance
• Observe 9-12 STEM classes regularly, and in service to identifying instructional and curricular trends
• Coach teachers, aligned to our internal Effective Teaching Rubric and school priorities
• Supervise Principals and Department Leads to ensure alignment on instructional vision. 
• Model and consistently communicate organizational standards for instruction, classroom culture, content knowledge and continuous learning
• Communicate regularly with CAO, Principals, Assistant Principals and Department Leads, collaborating to problem solve and prioritize issues that impact classroom and / or school culture, retention of team, etc. 
• Facilitate midyear and end-of-year evaluations, performance plans, with Principals and CAO. Supervise the evaluation process of teachers within their department. 
• Participate in the hiring process for core instructional roles.
• Review academic programs, initiatives and interventions, annually
• Plan, lead and facilitate orientation for new and returning team members
• Identify and coordinate external professional development opportunities for the team, as well as plan and facilitate internal professional development for the team to drive growth.
• With the other members of the High School Leadership team, ensure the proper functioning of the school via structures and support for staff and students.
• Report to the HS Principal and Chief Academic Officer. 

Qualifications Include… 

• Hold a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in the science or mathematics field of study 
• SEI Administrator endorsement 
• Has excellent written communication, strong organizational and time management skills
• 5-7 years of experience as a results-driven classroom teacher, preferably in leadership position, in a high-performing urban school 
• 1-3 years of instructional leadership experience, preferred
• Technologically savvy in Office Suite programs, Google Suite programs and parallel educational programs

For more information, please visit our website at www.bostonprep.org. 

One Mission.  One Team.  One School.  We are Boston Prep.

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At Boston Preparatory School we acknowledge barriers to opportunities that exist within the job seeking market. Many potential candidates shy away from applying due to lack of confidence in their skills and imposter syndrome. As we do our part to dismantle these barriers within our own recruitment processes, we encourage candidates from all walks of life, especially those from marginalized backgrounds, to apply and make positive change within the lives of our students.