Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal (AP)- SS Cyril & Philomena

The mission of Independence Mission Schools is to provide a transformative Catholic education that develops students intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that provides children of all faiths across the City of Philadelphia with the opportunity to learn in an academically rigorous environment and to grow in a culture of love, setting them on the path to a promising future.

Our vision is that IMS students will leave our school community emotionally and spiritually formed by our Catholic example, performing at or above grade level, and enrolled in an academically rigorous high school program ready to achieve their dreams. We strive to become a top-tier academic destination for all children in Philadelphia.

The AP works very closely with the school principal in the realization of this vision for the nearly 4,000 Pre-K through 8th grade students across the IMS network.

The ideal candidate will be committed to the development, achievement and well-being of the school's students and the pursuit of academic excellence by those students. The AP will work closely with the Principal as part of the leadership team to establish the culture and direction for the school and will model Catholic values through interactions at all levels with faculty and staff, parents, board and central office members and other community partners.

The AP reports to the Principal of the school and has strong interaction with IMS leadership in the central office (the President and the Chief of Schools). The IMS model provides an infrastructure of support for school operations from the central office, including marketing and enrollment support, as well as finance, HR and legal operational guidance and functions for the school.

Position responsibilities:

• Vision-Driven – Inspire teachers and staff to realize this vision throughout the school. Advance the Catholic identity of the school, being mindful of our welcome to children of all faiths, while ensuring a school culture of student achievement and high expectations grounded in moral development.

• Leadership & Management- Recruit and develop talented teachers and staff. Lead faculty development in their roles as Catholic instructional leaders driving student achievement. Direct the work of school staff to provide structure and support to the school operations. Establish a school culture built on student achievement, empowerment and collaboration and ensure a learning environment that is transformative, holistic and safe. Using data to establish performance goals for student academic results and faculty development and outcomes. Working with IMS leadership team to ensure core values are effectively communicated and upheld within the school community.
• Instructional Expertise – Build the capacity of school staff to deliver exceptional, high-quality instruction in service to student learning. Promulgate the effective use of data to support student achievement. Evaluate and address the requirements and needs of the school’s student population and identify resources to provide access for all students.
• School Advancement – Serve as an ambassador and advocate of the school's mission, goals and achievements and oversee student recruitment, admissions and advancement. Support school development and community relations, including public relations and fundraising activities for the school as needed.

Educational and credential requirements

• Current PA School Administrator's License (K-12) – preferable but not required
• A Master’s (or higher) degree in education or related fields with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in the field as a teacher, instructional leader, or other leader
• Clearances on all background checks

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and/or coaching teaching staff to use Common Core Standards-aligned curriculum materials
• Demonstrated success as a teacher/school leader, backed by data-driven instruction, recommendations, and outcomes
• Possessed of deep capability to effectively build, develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external constituents including staff, teachers, parents, students, board members, and community stakeholders
• Strong leadership and staff development skills including an encouraging, motivating presence exhibited in team building, staff engagement and successful conflict resolution
• Ability to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals, exhibit flexibility and good judgment, and drive results in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Capable of representing the organization and its goals effectively in both oral and written communications to diverse audiences

To learn more about Independence Mission Schools, please visit: https://independencemissionschools.org/

Competitive salary is commensurate with experience.

Successful candidates must be able to clear all background checks and clearances.

EOE: IMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrates staff diversity. We strive to be and build a diverse team that is representative of our students and the communities in which we serve. If you identify as an individual of color, we highly encourage you to apply!