Elementary Assistant Principal (Pine Bluff, AR)

Position: Elementary Assistant Principal - Pine Bluff

Position Date: April 19, 2024

Closing Date: Until Position(s) are filled

Company Overview

Friendship Education Foundation was established in 2014 as a 501(c)3 non-profit Charter Management Organization (CMO). FEF was created to replicate and expand the Friendship school design nationally. Since then we have opened new schools and managed turnaround and takeover schools in 3 states (Maryland, Louisiana and Arkansas) and the District of Columbia. FEF differs from an EMO because we are a non-profit company.

The Friendship Education Foundation seeks to nationally replicate the educational programs and best practices that have been successfully implemented to low income and economically disadvantaged students in DC. The Friendship School Design was developed and refined over the past 17 years by Friendship Public Charter School, Inc.

Beginning with just one location in 2018, Friendship Public Charter School, Inc opened its first campus in Arkansas in the city of Pine Bluff. Now, Friendship Aspire Academy Public Charter School of Arkansas now spans over 7 schools in the cities of Pine Bluff, Little Rock, North Little Rock, and Maumelle. We currently serve a network enrollment cap of 2,600 and 135 employees. Our rigorous curriculum, exemplary instruction, resource-rich forums and total commitment to student advancement have made Friendship one of the nation's top charter systems.

Mission Statement

The mission of Friendship Aspire Academy Public Charter School is to prepare students to become ethical, literate, well-rounded, and self sufficient citizens by providing a world-class education that motivates students to reach high academic standards, to enjoy learning, to achieve success, and to contribute actively to their communities.

Position Purpose

The Elementary Assistant Principal serves as a member of the administrative team and will assist the principal in developing and implementing policies, programs, curriculum activities, and budgets in a manner that promotes the educational development of each student and the professional development of each staff member. Plays an integral role in the establishment and maintenance of a school climate that is conducive to learning, including overseeing the enforcement of school rules and regulations, and the implementation of disciplinary measures when deemed necessary.

• Drive Friendship Public Charter School’s mission and guiding principles to ensure the highest levels of achievement and schools’ culture amongst teachers, staff and students.
• Manage paraprofessional and professional staff and acts as the administrative point of contact for constituents, programs, and internal and external components.
• Lead, manage, and develop a high-functioning team of educators who are focused on driving superior academic performance.
• Evaluate school and grade level performance data to identify, develop and modify instruction to ensure effective instructional strategies.
• Guide staff in achieving high performance through goal setting, providing meaningful feedback and constructive evaluations.
• Engage parents and stakeholders in school and extracurricular activities to foster a community approach to learning and development.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations for academic and operational standards/requirements.
• Commitment to providing a world-class education to students from historically underserved communities.
• Serves as part of the assigned school’s administrative team; oversees the administration of school programs and the implementation of policies; assists in planning, organizing and evaluating services for professional and non-professional personnel such as staff development activities, resource management, and instructional program development.
• Coordinates extra-curricular and athletic activities; may engage in before-school, after-school and evening activities as required.
• Oversees the enforcement of school rules and regulations and the application of disciplinary actions when appropriate, all of which are crucial to the creation and upkeep of a learning-friendly school atmosphere.
• Oversees the procedures for student admission, dismissal, recommendation, and retention.
• Keeps track of staff and student attendance and oversees curriculum development efforts.
• Manage paraprofessional and professional staff and acts as the administrative point of contact for constituents, programs, and internal and external components.
• Lead, manage, and develop a high-functioning team of educators who are focused on driving superior academic performance
• Evaluate school and grade level performance data to identify, develop and modify instruction to ensure effective instructional strategies
• Guide staff in achieving high performance through goal setting, providing meaningful feedback and constructive evaluations
• Engage parents and stakeholders in school and extracurricular activities to foster a community approach to learning and development
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations for academic and operational standards/requirements
• Commitment to providing a world-class education to students from historically under-served communities
• Serves as part of the assigned school’s administrative team; oversees the administration of school programs and the implementation of policies; assists in planning, organizing and evaluating services for professional and non-professional personnel such as staff development activities, resource management, and instructional program development.
• Coordinates extra-curricular and athletic activities; may engage in before-school, after-school and evening activities as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of:

• the principles, methods and practices of elementary education.
• the theories and principles of child growth and development.

Considerable knowledge of:

• the principles of elementary level educational administration..

Knowledge of:

• curriculum theory and development
• alternative educational programs
• principles pertaining to decision-making and accountability for the educational process and outcomes to the individual school.

Ability to:

• utilize computer-based communications and record-keeping systems.
• organize and coordinate the work of professional and paraprofessional personnel.
• communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Education Administration or related field
• 2 or more years of school leadership with demonstrated exemplary results in an urban setting
• 3- 5 years of successful classroom experience with demonstrated exemplary results, preferably within an urban setting
• Superior knowledge of and experience with implementing effective instructional and behavioral methods for educating urban youth
• Proven leadership capabilities
• Demonstrated success managing staff through planning, motivating, rewarding, and providing targeted feedback and professional development
• A passion for educational excellence, data-driven instruction, and a personal commitment to accountability for results
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

School type:

• Charter school

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pine Bluff, AR 71603: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person