Assistant Principal (2026-2027)

Assitant Principal

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools (GCCS) serves more than 1600 students from PreK12 and is a free open-enrollment public charter school system located in Kansas City Missouri. Over 97% of our students identify as Latinx and many are bilingual or English learners. Our network includes Guadalupe Centers Elementary School Guadalupe Centers Middle School and Guadalupe Centers High School.

GCCS grew out of Guadalupe Centers educational programs part of the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the United States since 1919. Our deep community roots shape our mission: to prepare all students academically socially and emotionally for college career and life success.

Why Work at GCCS

Students & Families:
Our teachers form strong relationships with students and families through a community-driven approach. The connection between our schools and Guadalupe Centers historic mission fosters trust and collaboration that support student success.

Staff Autonomy:
GCCS teachers are empowered to innovate. We value professional judgment and encourage creative research-based classroom practices that meet the needs of diverse learners.

Coaching & Development:
Each staff member collaborates with their instructional coach and building leadership to set annual professional growth goals aligned to district priorities. Our development model focuses on reflection collaboration and continuous learning.

Competitive Benefits:

• Competitive salary aligned to experience and certification level
• Relocation stipend (for qualifying hires)
• Bilingual stipend (Spanish-speaking staff)
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education (up to lifetime cap per GCCS policy)
• Mental health and well-being support through expanded employee assistance and wellness programs
• 403(b) retirement match up to 5% (for eligible staff)
• Perfect attendance incentive program (up to $1600 annually)
• Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage

Summary

The Assistant Principal supports the School Principal in providing instructional leadership managing school operations and promoting a safe positive and student-centered learning environment. The Assistant Principal collaborates with staff students families and community partners to support student achievement implement district initiatives and ensure effective school operations.

Reports To: School Principal

Supervisory Responsibilities: Assists the School Principal in supervising and supporting certified and classified school staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Instructional Leadership

• Support the Principal in providing instructional leadership and oversight of the schools academic programs.

• Assist in implementing district curriculum instructional strategies and assessment systems.

• Use student performance data to support school improvement efforts and instructional decision-making.

• Promote high expectations for teaching and learning across all classrooms.

• Support collaborative planning and professional learning communities focused on student achievement.

School Climate and Culture

• Foster a positive inclusive and student-centered school environment.

• Support the implementation of schoolwide expectations for student behavior and engagement.

• Promote practices that support equity cultural responsiveness and strong relationships within the school community.

Staff Supervision and Development

• Assist in supervising coaching and evaluating certified and classified staff in accordance with district policies and evaluation systems.

• Support professional development initiatives designed to improve instructional practice and staff effectiveness.

• Participate in recruitment selection onboarding and retention of school staff.

• Provide ongoing feedback and support to staff to strengthen instructional and professional practices.

Student Support and Discipline

• Support the implementation of student discipline procedures in a fair consistent and restorative manner.

• Address student behavioral concerns and work collaboratively with staff and families to support student success.

• Respond to student crises safety concerns and behavioral incidents as needed.

• Assist in maintaining accurate documentation related to student discipline and support services.

School Operations and Compliance

• Assist in implementing district policies procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Support coordination of school programs schedules and daily operations.

• Assist with the preparation of reports correspondence and required documentation.

• Support implementation of safety procedures and emergency preparedness plans including drills and crisis response protocols.

• Assume administrative responsibility for the school in the absence of the Principal.

Family and Community Engagement

• Communicate effectively with students families staff and community partners.

• Build strong relationships with parents and guardians to support student learning and well-being.

• Serve as a professional representative of the school and district within the community.

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the school and district.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to analyze data and use information to guide decision-making.

• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in high-pressure situations.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with students staff and families.

• Commitment to serving diverse student populations and supporting equitable educational opportunities.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Education required.

• Masters degree in Educational Leadership Administration or related field preferred.

• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate required.

• Missouri Principal Certification (or eligibility) preferred or required based on district requirements.

• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience required.

• Bilingual ability (English required; Spanish preferred) is desirable.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit stand and walk for extended periods of time.

• Ability to move throughout the school building and campus as needed.

• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.

Application Process:

Please complete an online application athttps:// Attach your resume cover letter transcripts and certification (if applicable).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools (GCCS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on race color religion gender national origin age disability genetic information sexual orientation or veteran status. We also prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forward complaints or participate in investigations of discrimination.

Required Experience:

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