New Heights Charter School is Massachusetts only public school that involves all grades (6-12) in the Early College approach. Nearly all our 11th and 12th-graders are full-time students on a college campus, with younger students earning college credits at the school. You will join a committed, creative team of educators who provide academic and social-emotional support to young people coming from high-need backgrounds, ensuring they are college and career-ready. We support our staff with a wide array of professional development opportunities and coaching. As a member of the Early College Team (grades 11-12), this position will take a lead role in the development and fine-tuning of curriculum, instructional protocols and procedures, observations and evaluations, school policies, and enrichment activities. At New Heights, we respect and honor all community members, their diverse backgrounds, knowledge, and experiences.Reporting to the Assistant Executive Director, the Associate Principal will assist the AED and the Director of Early College in the overall administration of educational programs by overseeing the implementation of a high-level, standards-based instructional program and learning environment from high school through early college. The AP promotes close working relationships with parents, students, and staff and keeps the AED informed about emerging issues.
EARLY COLLEGE FOCUS-
Demonstrates alignment and commitment to NHCSBS Early College mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy
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Adaptable, flexible, and solutions-oriented
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Evidence of self-motivation, taking the initiative, and willingness to be a team leader and a team player
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Experience in schools that rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and content knowledge as a means to dramatically increase student achievement
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Driven to deliver rigorous, high-quality, standards-based instruction by emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis
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Exhibits a laser focus on analyzing student work and student data, coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making
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Quantifiable track record of outstanding academic results
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Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, and practice
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Culturally-aware, culturally-sensitive, and culturally-responsive thinking
COMPETENCIESWe seek to build a high-performing 6-12 school and will need a leader that 100% commits themselves to the mission, doing whatever it takes to urgently and excitingly get the work done to improve student achievement. We need a leader who is extremely inspiring and has a strong radar for excellence in all aspects of their work, desiring to address the big and small challenges that will make the largest impact. This leader must be willing to engage in difficult conversations while building the investment and shared school culture of highly effective teams. Furthermore, this leader is joyful, humble, open to feedback, and nurturing to the needs of all they are leading.
Instructional Leadership-
Design and implement engaging, student-centered curriculum and instructional practices for grades 11-12 that increase participation, motivation, and academic success among disengaged and at-risk learners.
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Lead the implementation of an innovative credit recovery program that combines competency-based learning, individualized support, and data-driven interventions to improve graduation outcomes.
- Assist the Early College Leaders in providing exemplary leadership to all school community members to achieve outstanding performance in preparing each student for college
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Assist the Early College Leaders in developing and communicating strategic school systems, culture, and vision, and building a plan to achieve that vision
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Assist the Early College Leaders in leading all aspects of Data-Driven Instruction (DDI), Leading Professional Development (PD), and Observation & Feedback (OF)
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Assist the Early College Leaders in implementing effective assessment systems and using data to inform decisions; curriculum development and assessment; and ensure consistency within the school program and alignment with state and other rigorous standards
Teacher Coaching & Evaluation (Grades 11 & 12)-
Assist in providing school-wide leadership and assist the Assistant Executive Director in any directed district-related responsibilities
- Conduct daily teacher observations and provide real-time feedback to move the needle on student achievement in conjunction with grade-level and/or instructional leaders
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Assist the Early College Leaders in leading all 11th and 12th grade faculty to ensure that all staff are providing well-managed and rigorous daily lessons, reasonable and effective daily homework, and productive after-school tutoring
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Assist the Assistant Executive Director in holding teachers accountable for meeting a high bar for student performance, including requirements for special education accommodations and IEP modifications in partnership with the Special Education Team
Cultural Leadership-
Assist the Early College Leaders in building a joyful and rigorous school culture
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Assist the Early College Leaders in fostering consistency in academic and behavioral expectations
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Assist the Early College Leaders in collaborating with school staff to support students' academic and socio-emotional development
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Ensure that traditions and rituals that support the school's early college mission are built and maintained, grade by grade, year to year
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Support staff to ensure the effectiveness of after-school enrichment programs
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Support staff to ensure a positive, safe, and structured culture of high expectations
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Assist the Early College Leaders in teaching staff members in appraising the performance of all students
- Assist the Early College Leaders and the Whole Child Study Team in the coordination, delivery, and supervision of special education and student services
- Assist in the supervision of students in the cafeteria(s), halls, bus area(s) and other locations where students congregate, when needed.
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Make disciplinary judgments for students; assign detentions or other appropriate disciplinary measures when appropriate.
- When involved, keep accurate records of student disciplinary action and report the same to the Early College Leaders
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Communicate regularly with families, ensuring they are kept involved with and held accountable for their children's performance and correspond about school policies, trips, and events
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Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively
Essential Qualifications-
Strong organizational skills, careful attention to detail, and follow-through
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Leadership ability in curriculum and staff development, staff supervision and evaluation, and program evaluation
- Strong familiarity with the Massachusetts Early College Designation
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Relentless dedication to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students
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Strong record of driving outstanding student results
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Flexible and can adapt to rapid change
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Effective communication skills
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Strong data analysis skills
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Interest in and passion for supporting teacher growth
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Ability to provide high leverage feedback via classroom observations according aligned standards
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Grit, personal responsibility, and a commitment to continual professional growth
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Strong communication skills with multiple stakeholders, including teachers, students, families, and colleagues
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5 years teaching and working in classrooms and coaching teachers, preferably in urban schools and/or communities
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A Master's degree (required)
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Experience as a Lead Teacher, Instructional Coach, Dean or equivalent leadership role requiredSKILLS:
- Proficiency in Google Suite
- Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines
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Excellent organizational, verbal, and written skills
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Ability to travel for programming, residency and development opportunities
