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Date Posted 3/19/2025 Contact Steven LopezNumber of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range
$99,129 - $188,360 Annually Length of Work Year 25-26 Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary
The Assistant Principal supports the overall vision for Bright Star Schools and the school site. The assistant principal supports the implementation of the instructional and cultural vision, school-wide strategic plan including, but not limited to: coordinating assessments, teacher coaching and support, and supporting the principal with all school based needs. As the Assistant Principal is one of the main coaches for teachers, their pedagogical background will be imperative in helping them lead professional development for teachers and meetings with teacher leaders. In addition, this individual plays a major role in establishing and managing the school culture through aligned systems and structures under the umbrellas of MTSS, PBIS, progressive discipline and restorative practices. This equity based leader would also be responsible for oversight of social emotional student learning and non-instructional student programs such as Life Experience Lessons (field trips) and student activities. The Assistant Principal’s primary area of responsibility includes developing relationships with students, families, teachers and colleagues based on mutual respect, integrity and trust, in pursuit of meeting school goals and improving academic outcomes for ALL students. Assistant Principals supervise all individuals who carry out the programs that they are charged to lead.
Requirements / QualificationsQualifications & Experience Minimum: Valid, Clear, California Teaching Credential (Single Subject or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential preferred) or P.P.S. Credential At least two years of experience as a teacher lead, instructional coach/mentor, lead counselor, or an administrative role Valid California Administrative credential (or currently enrolled in an administrative credential program) At least three years of teaching or school guidance counseling experience (high school grades preferred) with consistent student achievement and growth Evidence of strong organizational, student management, and interpersonal skills Working knowledge of Google Apps , plus an aptitude for quickly learning and mastering other data-based programs Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to quickly digest and, when needed, create documents for the school community (students, teachers, parents) Ability to analyze complex student data, identify trends, and create action steps that will lead to student growth Understanding of and agreement with our student, parent, and employee expectations
Desired (but not required) in order of importance: Experience supervising other employees Fluency in a second language. Willingness to learn Spanish or Korean if that isn’t the language of fluency. Post-graduate degree (Masters, Administrative Credential, or MBA)
Requirements / QualificationsQualifications & Experience Minimum: Valid, Clear, California Teaching Credential (Single Subject or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential preferred) or P.P.S. Credential At least two years of experience as a teacher lead, instructional coach/mentor, lead counselor, or an administrative role Valid California Administrative credential (or currently enrolled in an administrative credential program) At least three years of teaching or school guidance counseling experience (high school grades preferred) with consistent student achievement and growth Evidence of strong organizational, student management, and interpersonal skills Working knowledge of Google Apps , plus an aptitude for quickly learning and mastering other data-based programs Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to quickly digest and, when needed, create documents for the school community (students, teachers, parents) Ability to analyze complex student data, identify trends, and create action steps that will lead to student growth Understanding of and agreement with our student, parent, and employee expectations
Desired (but not required) in order of importance: Experience supervising other employees Fluency in a second language. Willingness to learn Spanish or Korean if that isn’t the language of fluency. Post-graduate degree (Masters, Administrative Credential, or MBA)
Comments and Other Information Salary: Competitive, starting range $99k+ with a preliminary admin credential Status: Full Time, Exempt, 12 month position Start Date: An exceptional candidate will assume a full time role no later than July 1st, 2025 Location: Los Angeles, CA Benefits: Health, dental, vision, STRS retirement matching, life insurance, optional 403b plan, sick and vacation paid time off, and holidays. Comments and Other InformationSalary: Competitive, starting range $99k+ with a preliminary admin credential Status: Full Time, Exempt, 12 month position Start Date: An exceptional candidate will assume a full time role no later than July 1st, 2025 Location: Los Angeles, CA Benefits: Health, dental, vision, STRS retirement matching, life insurance, optional 403b plan, sick and vacation paid time off, and holidays. Links Related To This Job Bright Star Schools website View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY