What are the responsibilities and job description for the 25-26 Assistant Principal position at KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools?

Job Description

Are you ready to redefine what’s possible in education? KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools is seeking talented, committed, and culturally competent Assistant Principals to join our school communities for the 25-26 school year. As an Assistant Principal, you will directly coach and manage a subset of the school’s teachers, building strong relationships to ensure they possess the skills, content knowledge, and mindsets essential to leading outstanding classrooms. Through frequent observations, feedback, practice, data analysis, and content internalization, you will empower educators to evolve their craft and increase student learning and growth. If this sounds like you, apply today to make an enduring impact!

Key Responsibilities

Coaching, Developing & Managing Teachers

Develop knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the KIPP Philadelphia Schools instructional design including curriculum, assessment and instructional moves
Coach all teachers, effectively identifying the teachers’ strengths and growth areas, and leveraging a variety of coaching tools (including frequent observation, real time feedback, practice sessions) to evolve each teacher’s craft and increase learning in their classroom
Build strong relationships with teachers built on trust, shared clarity, care and transparency
Analyze instructional data for individual teachers and across the grade(s) or subject areas of focus, pulling out trends, bright spots, and needs and using findings to drive support and initiatives
Design, lead, and participate in staff professional development, including but not limited to workshops, content teams, data step backs, content internalizations, and planning meetings
Ensure all teachers have clarity on the expectations of their role, including performance goals connected to student outcomes, effective practice, and core values alignment
Regularly meet with all teachers to provide feedback on their practice, review outcomes data, and provide the support needed for them to meet their performance goals
Support teachers in understanding certification expectations, resources, and next steps (provided by the regional office)
Conduct mid-year and end-of year evaluation meetings with all teachers
Build up the leadership capacity of teachers over time, supporting teachers in building the skills, knowledge and mindsets essential to achieve their aspirations
Coach and support Grade Level Chairs and others in teacher leadership positions, working with them to lead and / or support grade or school-wide initiatives
Coach and manage a Dean of Culture (varies by school)

Leadership and Fostering a Strong School Community

Model KIPP Philadelphia’s values and beliefs at all times (Children First, Cultural Competence, Community, Ownership)

Support the implementation of proactive student discipline strategies

Build strong relationships with students and implement systems that develop their knowledge, skills, social-emotional development, and positive sense of self

Establish and maintain strong lines of communication with all fellow employees, parents and community partners

Lead school-wide events and act as school leader when necessary

Serve as part of the school’s core leadership team, shaping the direction of the school and supporting decision-making

Lead and help execute school initiatives including but not limited to, annual planning for the coming year, implementation of new focus areas, and other duties as assigned by the School Leader

Who You Are :

You are deeply committed to unlocking the potential in every child, seeing their inherent brilliance and fostering their growth.

You have a proven track record of driving student achievement and creating inclusive, warm, and rigorous learning environments where all students thrive.

You are passionate about professional learning, eager to both facilitate growth in others and continuously develop as a leader.

You operate with cultural humility, cultural competence, and an unwavering commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and dismantling anti-Blackness in education.

You believe in the transformative power of educators, recognizing that teachers are the primary catalysts for student growth, learning, and success.

You set high expectations for both students and teachers, inspiring and motivating others to achieve excellence while holding them accountable with care and clarity.

You are solutions-oriented, resilient, and adaptable, approaching challenges with creativity and a relentless focus on driving positive outcomes.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Credentials :

Highly Qualified status as defined by the Pennsylvania Department of Education

2 years of full-time teaching experience in an urban setting

1 years of experience coaching and developing teachers (in an AP or similar role)

Bachelor’s degree

Willingness to enroll in a Pennsylvania leadership certification program (if not currently held) within one year of being in the role.

Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks :

PA State Police Clearance

PA Child Abuse Clearance

Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Additional Information

Compensation

Salary is commensurate with experience. Ranging from $95,000 - 138,000.

Comprehensive benefits package included, including 100% employer-paid health benefits for employees and their families, a 403b matching program, and access to free financial advising services

To Apply

KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.

To apply, visit http : / / kippphiladelphia.org / join-our-team / apply-now /

Salary : $95,000 - $138,000

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