High School Assistant Principal

High School Assistant Principal

Description:

The High School Assistant Principal is responsible for assisting the High School Principal with conducting classroom observations and evaluations, analyzing staff development needs, instructional coaching, interpreting performance data, and supporting classroom management. School administrators at Pinnacle Charter Schools are instructional leaders. This position maintains positive interpersonal relationships with students, parents, peers, and community members and provides the best possible opportunities for student development and growth, both educationally and personally. 

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to: High School Principal

Direct Reports: High School Teachers & High School Support Staff

Application Deadline: 

The application deadline for this posting is 2/6/2025. 

Compensation:

This is a full-time, exempt, 12-month position. Salary range for this position is $95,790 - $141,110 annually, dependent upon education and experience. Salary is outlined in the Salary Schedule, which can be found on the school’s website under ‘Financial Transparency’ or by clicking here. See a detailed outline of benefits and additional compensation at the bottom of the job description.

Essential Functions:

Collaboration:

• Attends and oversees teacher planning meetings (PLCs) to supportive effective instruction and planning.
• Leads teacher teams in review of data and student performance targets.
• Coordinate beginning-of-year, middle-of-year, and end-of-year testing calendar and logistics with Assessment Team.
• Co-plan and co-facilitate data-driven professional development opportunities with the Principal and Assistant Principal. Works directly with the Principal to coach and support teachers; provide walkthroughs, conduct observations, and support with teacher evaluation process; provide feedback to teachers in a professional and timely manner.
• Collaborate with the Principal, Assistant Principals, and GT Coordinator to identify GT students, develop ALPs, and ensure effective supports are in place.
• Contribute and support the Summer School Program, when needed.
• Coordinate with the Principal and Assistant Principals to develop the High School Master Schedule. Monitor and supervise students during school drop-off and school pick-up, student lunch hours in the cafeteria, etc and coordinate creation and implementation of duty schedule.
• Oversee student discipline and parent communication.
• Partner with the Principal other Assistant Principals to implement Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS) and restorative justice practices.
• Ensure all student support plans (e.g., ELD, MTSS, 504, IEPs, ALPs, behavior plans, etc) are current, effective, and communicated to stakeholders in collaboration with the leadership team.
• Attend SPED meetings for students as required.
• Work in partnership with counselors to support students’ academic performance and emotional and social well-being.
• Represent High School Leadership team at various team meetings.
• Work with MTSS Coordinator(s) and teachers to support the MTSS process.
• Oversee field trips including coordination and logistics.
• Oversee extracurricular activities, clubs, and events, that are not CHSSA sanctioned.
• Provide on-site supervision for afterschool events.

Additionally:

• Be present and engage in Pinnacle functions and organizations to build strong relationships with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Maintain and deepen current educational learning on an ongoing basis.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

General Abilities, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Skills:

• Must possess a valid Colorado Principal License or be able to obtain one within (6) months of hire.
• Minimum of (5) years successful teaching experience at the secondary level.
• Coordinator and conductor of professional development for teachers.
• Comfortable embracing and using education-related technology.
• Innovator with an entrepreneurial drive committed to new ideas in the spirit of charter school possibilities.
• Knowledge in the use student performance data to drive instructional practices.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate while appreciating the diverse background of students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator. 
• Commitment to mission and vision of the school.
• Creative and flexible in time of change.
• Demonstrated success as an innovator of creative solutions at work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills (conflict management and resolution).
• Excellent organization skills.
• Experience with second language learners.
• Growth-oriented approach; always looking for ways to improve professionally.
• Professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.

Working Conditions:

Exposure/Noise Level: Occasional exposure to airborne particles, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions.  Normal school environment with moderate to high noise level.

Mental Functions: Analyze, collaboration, communicate, compare, compilation of data, compute, coordinate, copy, direct, evaluate, instruct, interpersonal skills, present, report, synthesize.

Physical Activities: Office environment including computer interface. Bend, reach, sit, stand, stoop, talk, walk, and heavy person-to-person interaction with students, parents, peers, and community members.

Weight and Force Demands: Moderate physical activity (lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 25 pounds).

Other: May be required to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work related functions.

Why work for Pinnacle?

As a member of the Pinnacle PACK, you will have the opportunity to be influential every day and make an impact in the in the lives of our students and our larger community! Our team and school community are diverse and we embrace that diversity as an encouraging, friendly, open, and supportive team and school. We invest in our team members by providing a balanced, growth-oriented, and supportive work environment, while helping you achieve your career goals within and beyond Pinnacle. Additionally, we offer a robust, comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and AD&D plans (100% employer paid for the employee)!
• Participation in the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA (click HERE to learn more)!
• PERA 401K, 403B, and Roth IRA retirement options!
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to include Healthcare and Dependent Care!
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents!
• Short and Long Term Disability!
• Colonial add-ons to include accident, critical illness, and hospital plans!
• Employee Assistance Program with up to three free counseling sessions!
• Paid Time Off
  • Vacation: 6 weeks/year
  • PTO Days: 8/year
  • Holiday Days: approximately 30/year (Based on 2024-2025 school calendar)

If you want to be part of a caring, supportive community and make a difference as part of the Pinnacle PACK, apply now!

About Pinnacle:

Pinnacle Charter School has served the community for more than 20 years. Authorized by the Colorado Charter School Institute, the Pinnacle is a Title I K-12 school supporting more than 2,000 students in achieving excellence in all aspects of their lives. The K-8 building is located at 1001 West 84th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO. The high school is located at 8412 Huron Street, Thornton, CO.  For more information visit https://www.pinnaclecharterschool.org/.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Pinnacle Charter School is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.

 We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug free work environment. We participate in E-Verify as part of our onboarding process.

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Salary : $95,790 - $141,110