26-27 Academy Director

26-27 Academy Director

Who We Are

Achievement Prep is an award-winning public charter school network dedicated to empowering underserved communities in Southeast Washington DC. Our mission is to prepare students to excel as high-achieving scholars and leaders not only in school but also in life.

Our Values:

• All Scholars are Deserving: Every scholar receives an equitable top-tier education
• Love is at the Core: We embrace authenticity while setting high expectations
• Exceptional Academic Results: Achieved through daily data-driven individualized learning
• Platinum Teachers are a Main Ingredient: YOU are the key to excellent outcomes for our scholars
• Families as Partners: Together we do three-generational work

What You Will Do

To realize our mission Achievement Preps Middle School is led by an Academy Director who is ultimately responsible for all aspects of the campus including academics culture scholar support and operations. S/he must create a safe joyful school culture; push the rigor of teaching and learning; and provide the tools and support staff and scholars need to grow and develop. To do this the Academy Director must have skills needed to adeptly influence enable and empower staff; establish and maintain a culture centered on Achievement Prep DREAM values; and oversee the systems and people of an entire school. The Academy Director directs and develops the talents of all team members and maintains open communication with all stakeholders scholars families staff trustees business partners and community members. S/he works closely with campus-based and network leadership to provide consistent effective campus leadership.

This is a 12 month full- time role Reporting to the Executive Director (ED) and directly supporting and supervising 5 to 7 staff members including but not limited to teachers coaches and/or other support staff:

School Leadership

• Lead all aspects of a 4 8^th grade school daily ensuring scholar achievement both academically and socially
• Ensure that the core curricula are implemented with fidelity
• Serve as strategic visionary and decision-maker for academics culture scholar supports and operations
• Foster a culture of excellence through personal leadership consistent with organizational mission vision ethos and core values of Determination Respect Enthusiasm Accountability and Mastery
• Provide leadership to all staff and scholars in establishing a positive structured and high achievement-oriented school culture
• Engender commitment among staff to the development and fulfillment of the schools mission and vision
• Refine and communicate the schools systems culture and vision; and create a plan to achieve that vision
• Set data-driven school-wide goals and monitor progress of the same
• Oversee the efforts of the Assistant Principal Instructional Coaches and Interventionists to support teachers developing competence in the curricula through modeling observing providing feedback and supporting instructional leader and teacher reflection and implementation
• Be highly present and visible before during and after the school day
• Proactively circulate throughout classrooms and public spaces during the day to gain valuable context on scholar achievement and behavior and relentlessly ensuring a positive schoolenvironment
• Collaborate with other members of the schools leadership team to create and sustain programs for scholars and families that recognize and celebrate achievement and continuous growth

People Development & Management

• Ensure that staff set extremely high expectations for themselves and scholars in accordance with the Achievement Prep Way
• Oversee and ensure the continuous development of all school staff
• Lead people management at the school: selection development evaluation supervision retention promotion dismissal
• Receive continuous feedback from peers and leaders on your practice and be expected to give the same

Campus-Based Team Leadership

• Galvanize the campus-based leadership team to achieve its goals and outcomes
• Coach and professionally develop the entire campus-based leadership team (CBLT): Assistant Principal (AP) Instructional Coaches (IC) Culture Specialist and Interventionists
• Work directly with the ED to foster consistency among staff in adhering to the procedures policies and processes of the Classroom Management & Discipline handbook
• Work directly with the Director of Scholar Support and Scholar Support Coordinator to ensure 504 accommodations IEP modifications and counseling needs are met
• Work directly with the OM to ensure operational systems and processes are tight proactive responsive and robust

External Stakeholders

• Liaise with all external stakeholders including parents and community
• Serve as the primary face of the school
• Engage families in the life of the school
• Be the main point of contact for parent concerns and communication
• Work with and through the CBLT to foster consistency among families to adhere to the policies of the Scholar & Family Handbook
• Attend Board meetings as needed
• Attend and support events during the school day and in the evenings that invite families into the building

Administrative Leadership

• Manage campus resources and operations to improve scholar learning
• Engage in regular planning for the school: daily weekly monthly quarterly annually
• Work with the AP to oversee and ensure fidelity of daily and master schedule and to oversee all disciplinary decisions
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and other leaders to develop the school calendar
• Manage time tasks deadlines and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment; support and hold others accountable for the same

Be willing to take on additional responsibilities as necessary to fulfill Achievement Preps mission for our scholars

You Must Have

• Bachelors degree
• 3 years of experience as a teacher of record in an urban elementary school setting
• 2 years of school leadership in an urban school setting: principal head of school assistant principal or the equivalent
• Proven track record of success with student outcomes staff management and professional development
• Ability to regularly be one of the first to arrive and last to leave the building daily (staff hours: 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM)

It Would Be Nice for You to Have

• A Masters degree in education educational leadership or organizational leadership

Starting Salary Range: $120356 - $126373

Is this YOU

You are a mission-driven educator who believes in the power of education. You are committed to making a difference in underserved communities. You value a quality public education for all and are dedicated to serving every child. You are results-driven and an expert in your content area constantly seeking ways to improve. You respect timelines and embrace feedback knowing the mission isnt easy but energizes you. You thrive in ambiguity and find joy in the day-to-day.

Why Work With Us

Our teachers are worth more than gold theyre platinum!

• Development: Teachers receive ongoing (weekly or bi-weekly) development from school leaders:
  • Formal and informal observations and feedback
  • 1:1 meetings to discuss teaching practice scholar data curriculum and goals
  • Content team meetings
  • Wednesday afternoon professional development tailored to teacher needs
  • $150 Classroom Reimbursement fund
• Compensation & Benefits: Achievement Prep offers highly competitive compensation and benefits
  • Generous medical vision and dental benefits
  • Flexible spending accounts for transit dependent care and medical expenses
  • 401K plan with immediate employer matching up to 4%
  • 44-60 days of Paid Time Off including holidays break periods sick and personal time
  • Wellness benefits including reimbursements for gym massages counseling etc.
• It Pays to Stay: Upon completion of 2 full school years of service employees become eligible for annual loyalty incentives
  • Personalized gifts and Achievement Prep swag
  • Compensation Bonuses

Ready to Get Started

If youre excited to be part of a dedicated and passionate team please submit your resume and cover letter to this job posting. Lets make a difference together!