MS Assistant Principal (SY 25-26)

ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS

Meridian is a PreK-8th grade school located in Washington DC’s vibrant U Street Corridor. Our mission is to inspire a passion for learning in our students and to help them build their self-confidence and self-respect through academic achievement. As one of the oldest public charter schools in the city, our campuses support about 600 racially and ethnically diverse students from all wards of Washington, DC. Approximately 25% of our students are English language learners (multilingual learners). One-third of students live in the surrounding neighborhood and approximately 50% live in Ward 1. Meridian’s elementary PreK-5th grade campus is located in DC’s vibrant U Street Corridor. Meridian’s middle school campus, grades 6-8, is located in the Columbia Heights neighborhood.

Meridian draws on the strengths of our neighborhood and our partnerships with community organizations to support our students and families. The city is our classroom; as an emerging EL Education school, we prepare our students to be active citizens and create a better world. Through language learning, a rich and rigorous curriculum, and the schoolwide values of curiosity, respect, resilience, and leadership, we support students in achieving their highest aspirations.

Join us as we continue to take Meridian from good to great! For additional information about Meridian visit mpcs-dc.org.

ABOUT THE POSITION

An Assistant Principal is a member of the school leadership team who collaborates with fellow leaders to design and manage the academic program for the Middle School classes. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated experience mentoring and coaching adults, designing curriculum, and increasing student achievement, as well as an interest in personal growth and development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the guidance of the Middle School Principal, the Middle School Assistant Principal will perform specific responsibilities that include, but are not limited to:

• Student Achievement:Implement the vision for the school’s academic program for assigned grade levels;
• Observe classroom instruction, provide substantive feedback based on content, and provide direct support to teachers through informal and formal observations;
• Develop and implement professional development aligned to the school’s academic vision and student achievement outcomes;
• Facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) aligned to student achievement outcomes;
• Collaborate with key staff to administer interim assessments and required state assessments, including CLASS, MAP and CAPE;
• Drive revision of instructional plans in response to assessment data;
• Collect, analyze and review student achievement data in coordination with other school and student level data;
• Facilitate the examination of data for the purpose of teacher reflection, improved practice, and programmatic changes leading to improved student outcomes;
• Implement academic interventions including curricular and program adjustments for students.
• Talent and Culture:Collaborate with the other school leaders to develop, monitor and maintain high academic and behavioral expectations for all students and teachers;
• Coach, supervise, and evaluate staff through informal classroom visits, regular formal and informal classroom observations, lesson plan review, and written evaluations for instructional staff;
• Support a cohort of new teachers with instructional delivery and classroom management;
• Participate in the recruitment and hiring of academic staff (teachers, instructional assistants, coaches, etc.).
• Operations:Communicate the message of standards-driven teaching and learning to parents/guardians, staff, and students; and
• Complete other duties as outlined by the school leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. An advanced degree in K-12 school administration, curriculum & instruction, or a related field with strong academic preparation preferred.
• At least four years of classroom teaching experience;
• Experience with one or more of the following is preferred:
  • Leading professional development for teachers;
  • Working with teachers to increase rigor in lesson plans and course curriculum;
  • Mentoring and coaching adults to excellence;
  • Conducting formal evaluations of teachers;
• Comfort synthesizing and prioritizing data to solve problems and develop strategies to achieve ambitious academic goals;
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytic skills;
• Familiarity with Common Core State Standards and state assessment systems;
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills; and
• A demonstrated passion for advancing educational opportunities in low-income communities.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Meridian offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary range for the Middle School Assistant Principal is $100,000-$120,000.

HOW TO APPLY

Do you embody a love of learning? Do you believe in the importance of educating the whole child? Do you want to join a collaborative team driving Meridian’s continued growth from good to great? Apply today!

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Meridian Public Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School’s EEO policy prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Meridian PCS prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability. Under this policy, equal employment opportunity is required in recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as required by applicable law.