[2026 - 27] KIPP Durham Assistant Principal Math Grades 3 - 8 ($5k Signing at KIPP ENC PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Aug, 26

Salary

93000.0

Posted On

28 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Instructional Leadership, Teacher Coaching, Curriculum Coordination, Classroom Management, Data Analysis, Professional Development Planning, Student Performance Assessment, Relationship Building, Conflict Resolution, Behavioral Planning, Strategic Planning, Spanish Fluency

Industry

Education Management

Description

Description Organizational Overview Every School. Every Student. Every Day. The Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) North Carolina is a network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools serving approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 across Durham, Halifax, Northampton, and Mecklenburg counties. At KIPP NC, we are dedicated to improving life outcomes for North Carolina’s children through the delivery of research-based, rigorous curricula and by paving the way for students to achieve their definition of success. At KIPP, we recognize the critical role of Assistant Principals in fostering vibrant school communities and driving academic excellence. Assistant Principals are at the heart of our mission, serving as instructional leaders, culture-builders, and advocates for teachers and students alike. We celebrate the unique talents, leadership, and determination Assistant Principals bring to our schools, and we are committed to supporting their growth and impact. Respect and collaboration are at the core of our approach. We value the leadership journeys of our Assistant Principals, offering competitive pay, benefits, and professional development tailored to their needs. Through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and a strong KIPP Team and Family network, we ensure Assistant Principals are empowered to grow as leaders and make a lasting difference in the lives of students and teachers. Together, our students, schools, families, and communities share an ambitious vision: a future without limits. Join KIPP NC as an Assistant Principal and play a transformative role in shaping that future—one school, one student, every day. Your responsibilities as an Assistant Principal KIPP NC Assistant Principals report to the Principal and are responsible for creating a positive, structured, disciplined school culture and for ensuring that students’ learning experiences are exciting and rigorous. The APs coordinate curricula and instructional content, coach teachers, assess student and teacher performance, and lead professional development. Our APs are also masters of content, experts in building relationships with families, and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to holding high expectations. The core responsibilities of this position include: Manage Teachers Observe and coach teachers weekly, providing them with rigorous feedback and supporting them in the classroom Support teachers in developing their classroom management and instructional practice (unit and lesson planning, lesson execution, and collection and use of assessment data). Plan and execute professional development days in coordination with the Principal and other colleagues. Recognize and celebrate staff professional growth and success. Document all observations and feedback in Whetstone to track teacher growth Hold mid-year and end of year performance reviews to support teacher performance Plan and facilitate targeted professional development for teachers Build Relationships Embody, maintain, and hold staff accountable to school’s values, policies and culture Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers and staff Model positive interactions with students, as well as a variety of ways to handle misbehavior and disruptions. Recognize and celebrate exemplary student achievement and behavior, communicating with families of students on a regular basis. Reinforce the effective use of a school-wide behavior plan and serve as a point person for discipline and culture issues. Assist teachers, students, and families in the effective creation and implementation of individual behavior plans (in conjunction with Social Workers/Guidance Counselors). Drive Results Through Others Pursue challenging professional goals each year Receive and implement constructive feedback to develop your skills Problem solve around school-wide issues to best support your Team and Family Use data and research to make sound decisions with the approval and support of your school leader Develop and execute high-quality, standards-based school curricula and instructional content consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of the school and KIPP NC. Clearly articulate student performance goals for each grade level and work with teachers to set measurable student goals in individual classes. Continuously monitor student achievement by analyzing independent work, standardized test results, and other data points in order to target interventions. Attend and facilitate productive content team meetings Requirements Required Qualifications The following are required of all aspiring KIPP NC Assistant Principals: A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all our students Possess a deep commitment improving the lives of kids from marginalized communities A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant content area At least 3 full years of teaching experience in K - 12 At least 1 year of experience managing and/or coaching K - 12 teachers An active North Carolina teaching license or ability to seek reciprocity from another state Demonstrated success in coaching and growing K - 12 teachers year over year Pass Criminal Background Check Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap Zest, professionalism, and a sense of humor Preferred Qualifications The following are not required but are advantageous for candidates: Experience as a Dean of Students/Instruction or Assistant Principal Experience in teaching in / leading in a high performing charter school and/or schools with a high population of students with free and reduced lunch Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally under-served students Fluency in Spanish KIPP North Carolina does not and shall not discriminate on the race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, source of income, or status as a veteran in any of its activities or operations

Responsibilities

The Assistant Principal is responsible for driving academic excellence by coaching teachers, managing instructional content, and fostering a positive school culture. They monitor student achievement through data analysis and lead professional development to improve teaching practices.