What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice Principal position at NOVEL PREP?
Vice Principal
The Vice Principal plays a pivotal role in ensuring the academic success and growth of students within our online high school environment. This position combines administrative leadership with instructional expertise to support faculty, develop curriculum, and implement effective teaching strategies. The Vice Principal of Instruction collaborates closely with the administrative team to maintain high academic standards and foster a supportive learning community.
Key Responsibilities:
Curriculum Development and Assessment:
- Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum standards and instructional programs.
- Collaborate with department heads and instructional staff to ensure alignment of curriculum with state standards, accreditation requirements, and educational best practices.
- Conduct regular assessments and analysis of curriculum effectiveness, making recommendations for improvements as needed.
Faculty Support and Development:
- Provide guidance, mentoring, and professional development opportunities for instructional staff to enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement in the online learning environment.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating workshops, training sessions, and collaborative learning communities.
- Conduct regular classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to teachers to support their professional growth.
Student Success Initiatives:
- Analyze student performance data and work with teachers to develop targeted interventions and enrichment activities.
- Implement initiatives to promote student engagement, motivation, and success in online learning.
Team Management:
- Oversee the instructional team, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among faculty members.
- Support team dynamics and foster a positive and productive work environment.
Compliance and Test Center Management:
- Successfully complete the application process for the College Board to become a test center, ensuring compliance with all necessary standards and regulations.
- Coordinate the logistics of standardized testing to ensure a smooth and efficient testing process.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field (Doctorate preferred).
- Valid state administrative certification/license.
- Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, preferably in a virtual or online learning environment.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in education administration, including curriculum development, faculty supervision, and program evaluation.
- Strong understanding of instructional best practices, assessment strategies, and educational technology tools.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a diverse student population.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity in education.