Mastery Schools · 2 months ago
Assistant Principal of Instruction - 2026/2027 School Year
Camden, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$107K/yr - $135K/yr
3+ years expMastery Charter Schools is a public charter network dedicated to providing students with the skills they need for success. The Assistant Principal of Instruction will inspire educators, develop a talented team of teachers, and implement data-driven strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
EducationHigher EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Drive and support implementation of Mastery Schools’ vision and guiding principles to ensure a positive, achievement-focused school culture for teachers, staff and students
Lead and supervise a high-functioning team of educators focused on driving superior academic performance and fostering a high level of personal responsibility
Supervise teachers’ instructional methods, evaluate lesson plans, provide weekly observations and professional development opportunities, and coach teachers around effective instructional strategies
Identify students who could benefit from additional support and guide them toward supplemental educational services as necessary
Engage parents and other community members in school activities to engender a neighborhood-centered approach to learning and development
Support the Principal in ensuring effective collection and analysis of student performance data to identify struggling students, curriculum shortfalls, and teacher quality issues
Manage various administration functions, including testing schedules and absenteeism needs for teachers
Qualification
Required
Superior grasp of effective instructional and behavioral methods and strategies for educating urban youth
Strong people and project management ability, with the proven ability to influence and enhance cooperative working relationships within a team environment
Interest in providing only the highest quality educational experience for students and their families
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly-changing environment
Ability to leverage computer software programs and other technology that will support the learning environment
Minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated success in the classroom, preferably within an urban school setting
Master's Degree in Education strongly preferred
Experience in and/or understanding of the public school system or charter schools is desirable
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required such as maneuvering in classrooms and office space-reaching file cabinets, filing, faxing, scanning, coping, typing, mailing, and making phone calls
Must be able to sit for up to two (2) hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse and typing
Benefits
403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery)
Enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees
A robust Employee Assistance Program
Mental health and counseling programs
An annual Professional Development Fund
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Company
Mastery Schools
Mastery Schools gets full access to technology, including laptops and home internet connection, to aid their learning.
1001-5000 employees
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