About the Team
The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Arizona is a K-10 tuition-free online public school in the state of Arizona. At VPA Arizona, we empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them – using innovative technology at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace.
We are seeking a highly qualified Virtual Assistant Principal who provides a superior education for all students.
The Assistant Principal shares the role of cultural, behavioral, and academic leader for the school. Reporting to and working closely with the Principal, the Assistant Principal will partner with teachers, administrators, parents, and students to ensure an environment focused on academic excellence and accountability. The ideal candidate will know how to cultivate strong relationships with people at all levels and backgrounds, possess excellent project management skills and be highly organized and thorough.
Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events.
Eligibility: Open to residents of Wyoming and Arizona
About the Opportunity
- Cultivating a caring, supportive, and inclusive school community
- Understanding how trauma, equity, inclusive practices, and restorative practices impact the student and teacher experience
- Providing coaching and professional development opportunities in effective classroom management strategies
- Collaborating with staff and families to identify and implement appropriate strategies to improve student behavior, attendance, and engagement
- Engaging families and the community in meaningful and mutually beneficial ways that promote student academic success and well-being
- Implementing behavior management practices that motivate students through strong relationships with their teachers and positive reinforcements
- Acting as a point person to the local community, effectively communicating the school's mission and vision and soliciting input from parents and families about school performance, areas for improvement, and their needs
- Understanding, accept, abide by, and implement the school's philosophy and mission statement in all school activities
- Contributing to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards
- Engaging and build strong professional relationships with parents, characterized by timely and regular communications
- Formulate and administer a comprehensive program of Career and Technical Education
- Work collaboratively with administrators, student’s services personnel, and teachers to ensure the delivery of career development services
- Facilitate linkages with parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations to support students’ transition to postsecondary education and employment
- Cultivating partnerships with external organizations that enrich the culture of the school
- Collaborate with leadership to develop, implement, and lead the instructional programs of the school, assessing curriculum, pedagogy, lesson plans and observing classes (teaching and learning) on a frequent and structured basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on the best practices for student learning and development
- Share responsibility for student achievement as related to academics and social-emotional wellbeing
- Collaborate with Principal to plan and facilitate professional development opportunities for teachers that support instructional best practices
- Collaborate with cross-departmental leadership teams and staff to plan and coordinate staff in-service days, parent-teacher conferences, and extended learning opportunities
- Collaborate with other instructional leaders (Principal, Head of School, MTSS Coordinator, Special Education Coordinators, etc.) to ensure the MTSS/RTI process is followed with fidelity
- Collaborate with the principal to coordinate and oversee summer educational opportunities
- Partner with Human Resources to execute a highly effective talent management system of recruiting, selecting, hiring, retaining, recognizing, and supporting all school site staff
- Ensure non-discrimination practices in the selection process of faculty and staff by adhering to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements
- Collaborate with Home Office/Operations Team on the review and reporting requirements of the State, charter authorizing agency and Federal regulatory agencies, school sponsor, including the charter renewal process
- Understand and address all compliance items as they relate to the school's Sponsor Agreement
- Support the state-required testing process including in-person testing
- Assist with updating parent and student manuals, policies, and handbooks
- Stay current on the state’s policies, procedures, and legislation
- Exhibit high quality communication with all students and families
- Handle student problems escalated by parents and teachers
- Travel requirement of 15% is a requirement
- All other duties as assigned
About You
- Current valid Principal and Teacher license in the appropriate state
- Bachelor’s degree in education or related discipline
- Successful completion of federal and state criminal background checks
- Knowledge of state academic content standards
- Minimum seven years of experience in education or related field
- Two or more years of experience in successful school administration/instructional leadership
- Advanced degree in education/educational leadership strongly preferred
- Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining a rigorous academic program that meets the needs of all students
- Experience in public education accountability, compliance, and related legal requirements
- Demonstrated ability to create inclusive environments that honor and support a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives
- Passion for improving educational opportunities for all students and for building a strong, highly effective organization aligned to this mission
- Understanding of and ability to manage confidential information
- Knowledge of/experience with innovative school designs and instructional models, including those featuring 21st Century learning strategies like blended, inquiry, problem/project based and personalized learning
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
About Us
“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder
ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
We offer the following benefits:
Life benefits – time & peace of mind
- Paid time off
- Retirement contributions
- Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
- Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
Health benefits – stay well & thrive
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary short-term disability insurance
- Voluntary long-term disability insurance
Career benefits – keep growing
- Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.
