middle school assistant principal

Middle School Assistant Principal

School: Middle School

Reports to: Middle School Principal

School year: 2025-2027

ACS Athens seeks a dedicated, student-centered Middle School Assistant Principal who will support the Middle School Principal in fostering a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment that is aligned with the philosophy of Conscious Global Citizenship. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong instructional leadership, expertise in technology integration, a high level of integrity, and a deep understanding of American curriculum and standards.

Responsibilities:

1. Instructional Leadership

• Assists in the establishment of schoolwide goals and objectives.
• Assists in curriculum planning, instructional innovation, and technology integration.
• Monitors teacher gradebooks and Moodle shells.
• Provides leadership in teaching techniques, innovation, class organization, classroom management, and coordinates student teachers.
• Serves as the acting Principal in the absence of the Middle School Principal.
• Attends and actively contributes to the Area Leaders Meetings, as led by the President.

2. Development of Faculty and Staff

• Supports faculty recruitment, hiring, and professional growth.
• Assists in determining personnel needs.
• Assists in developing the master schedule teaching assignments for the following school year.
• Supervises the development of daily substitute schedules and evaluates substitute teachers in the Middle School.
• Coordinates the revision of the teacher handbook.
• Coordinates Interns in teaching positions.

3. Curriculum Development

• Assists in the direction, supervision, and evaluation of the Middle School instructional program.
• Supports the new course proposal process.
• Facilitates the development of the Middle School master schedule.
• Develops and monitors the faculty campus supervision schedules for before school, breaks, and lunch.
• Collaborates with the MAP Coordinator to schedule and implement MAP testing in the Middle School.
• Supervises extra and co-curricular activities at the direction of the Middle School Principal, with a need for after-school hours supervision (until the departure of late buses).
• Attends and actively participates in Division Chair meetings, led by the Dean of Academics

4. Student Life

• Implements and monitors the Middle School Student Code of Conduct.
• Manages student attendance, interventions, and restorative justice practices.
• Works closely with faculty and the Child Study Team to support student well-being.
• Assists in health, safety, and student welfare initiatives.
• Supports the Counseling Department to structure informative assemblies geared towards student advancement.

5. Public Relations

• Acts as a liaison between the school and the community, taking into consideration the Golden Triangle as a model for parent-school partnerships.
• Assists in organizing parent meetings, communications, and events as assigned by the Middle School Principal.

6. Resource Management

• Assists in the planning and implementing of programs for the health, safety, and welfare of students.
• Assumes responsibilities for the safety and administration of the school when applicable.
• Monitors the maintenance of the school and school facilities; assist in the security of the building.
• Assists in fire and earthquake drills.
• Oversees faculty and advisors in the coordination of field trips, including budget, procedures, communications, and implementation of the Conscious Global Citizen model.

7. Professional Growth

• Participates in professional growth activities.
• Participates in professional organizations whose purpose is to improve administrative skills.
• 8. Other duties as assigned by the President or his/her designee.

Required Qualifications & Skills

1. Instructional Leadership & Faculty Development

• Experience in curriculum planning, instructional innovation, and classroom management.
• Supports faculty growth, mentors teachers, and oversees student and substitute teachers.

2. Technology Integration & Digital Learning

• Proficient in Moodle, Skyward, or other digital learning tools.
• Integrates technology to enhance instruction and student engagement.
• Uses data analytics for assessment and performance tracking.

3. Curriculum & Assessment

• Strong knowledge of the American curriculum, standards, and assessments.

4. Student Support & Well-being

• Experience in restorative justice, student wellness programs, and behavioral intervention models.
• Experience in diverse student support programs, including academic coaching and social-emotional learning.

5. Certification & Professional Credentials

• Valid U.S. teaching license with administrative certification.
• Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.

6. Commitment to ACS Athens' Mission & Values

• Passion for a student-centered, inclusive learning environment.
• Strong communicator and collaborator with faculty, students, and parents.
• Committed to professional growth and educational leadership.

Position Details

The Middle School Vice Principal is expected to report on August 20, 2025, to engage in New Faculty Orientation and institutional training.

Why Join ACS Athens?

At ACS Athens, we are committed to excellence in education, student-centered innovation, and global leadership. If you are a forward-thinking educational leader ready to drive transformational change, we invite you to apply!

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this position, please complete this form in English by submitting the following:

• Resume/CV highlighting relevant experience.
• Cover letter connecting your professional journey to the ACS Athens mission.
• Contact information for three professional references.
• A brief self-introduction video (via Vimeo or another supported format) sharing your vision for leadership at ACS Athens.