DCI - District of Columbia International School · 3 weeks ago
Interim Assistant Principal (SY 25-26)
Washington, D.C.
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$104K/yr - $129K/yr
3+ years expDistrict of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1600 diverse students in grades 6-12, focused on providing a world-class education. They are seeking an Interim Assistant Principal to join their leadership team, responsible for coaching teachers, overseeing student support processes, and ensuring a positive school climate.
E-LearningEducationHigher EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Effectively coach teachers at different stages of development by delivering clear and supportive feedback on instructional practices - with a focus on DCI’s most novice teachers
Focus on evidence-based growth and results to drive the school towards annual and long-term goals
Oversee the Multi-Tiered System of Support process and ensure that it is implemented and operates effectively for each grade level of responsibility
Directly coach and support school counselors and / or social workers and oversee attendance and other interventions of support for students
Build relationships with caregivers and respond to their concerns in a direct and proactive manner
Support advisory program (CORE and / or ATL) curriculum development and execution
Ensure that the school climate, especially in grades that are overseen, is excellent and continually improving in alignment with the broader Middle School Leadership Team
Oversee and / or lead community meetings with grade levels of students
Engage, listen, and communicate with school community members effectively to ensure all stakeholders are included in school improvement efforts
Build successful interpersonal relationships with all staff, family, community members, and students
Demonstrate an effective approach to team-building, including clarity of purpose and shared responsibility
Value, solicit, and integrate different perspectives effectively
Articulate short- and long-term goals to address school-wide issues/plans
Leverage multiple sources of data to inform decision-making including academic, student belonging, staff engagement, and other important data sources
Demonstrate self-awareness and an ability to articulate strengths and growth areas
Model continuous learning and openness to feedback and improving performance
Lead and model an inclusive approach and sensitivity to the culture of a diverse IB school
Model the skills and attitudes of a global citizen by upholding the IB Learner Profile Traits in alignment with the DCI Agreements
Be an advocate every day for every learner and assume accountability for student learning
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Experience in urban education/diverse environments
At least 3 years of teaching experience, preferably at the secondary level
Experience leading and coaching teachers
Knowledge of best practices for students who receive special education or ESL services
Understanding of the public charter school landscape in DC
Strong collaboration and communication skills, both orally and in writing
Preferred
A Master's or other advanced degree in Education Leadership or a related field
Experience/training in the International Baccalaureate curriculum framework
Experience in a language immersion environment
Bilingualism in Spanish
Bilingualism in Chinese or French
Benefits
Health and disability insurance
Paid leave
Daily planning time
Professional development
Reasonable class sizes
Appropriate technology and support
Company
DCI - District of Columbia International School
District of Columbia International School (DCI) inspires inquiring, engaged, knowledgeable and caring secondary students who are multi-lingual, culturally competent, and committed to proactively creating a socially just and sustainable world.
Founded in 2014Washington, District of Columbia, USA
51-200 employees
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