Alpha Public Schools · 1 month ago
TK-8 School Principal (26-27)
San Jose, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAlpha Public Schools is a public charter school network dedicated to providing access to outstanding education in East San José. The TK-8 School Principal will lead the school by fostering academic excellence, building a positive school culture, and engaging the community to support student success.
Primary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Embody the Mission, Vision, and Core Beliefs of the School and the Alpha Public Schools Network
Implement and use data to deepen the impact of Alpha’s multi-year strategic plan in order to drive on student performance outcomes
Foster a college-going culture that inspires students and families to actively engage in their academics and pursue continuous learning
Lead the creation of a positive, inclusive school culture rooted in Alpha’s core values—leadership, relationships, excellence, integrity, and joy
Build strong relationships with families, the community, and key stakeholders to enhance student success and school initiatives
Act as the public face of the school in the community - attending community events, board meetings, and student recruitment events as necessary
Execute All Day-to-Day Leadership Responsibilities
Set ambitious school-wide goals aligned with network priorities and ensure strategic use of time, staff, and resources to meet key objectives
Oversee and align rigorous instructional practices, operational systems, and academic supports to drive student achievement
Monitor and analyze school performance data to drive accountability, continuous improvement, and strategic decision-making
Ensure that the school operates on budget by meeting student enrollment and attendance targets in service of academics
Lead high-quality professional development and coaching for Assistant Principals and instructional leaders to strengthen teaching and learning
Directly manage school leadership team and additional school site team members to meet school-wide expectations
Support Teacher and Staff Development
Train and develop teachers to analyze student data, identify learning gaps, and implement targeted instructional strategies
Cultivate collaboration within content and grade-level teams to refine and enhance instructional practices based on data-driven insights
Observe, coach, and support educators in delivering high-quality instruction that prepares students for college success
Qualification
Required
At least 3+ years of leadership experience and 8+ years in education
Valid California teaching credential (or equivalent out-of-state license)
Instructional & Data Expertise - ability to analyze and plan from student data and coach teachers and leaders to create excellent plans
Leadership & Coaching Skills - able to coach and influence leaders, teachers and staff to improve student outcomes
A Bachelor's degree
Commitment to Educational Equity - belief that all students from the community we serve have the capacity to go to and through college
Preferred
Administrative services credential
Benefits
Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
Retirement benefits with matching options
Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year)
Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services
Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
Company
Alpha Public Schools
Alpha Public Schools is a network of open enrollment public charter schools serving the high-need communities.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Shara Hegde
Chief Executive Officer
Brandon Paige
Chief Financial Officer
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