Job Description

Assistant Principal Opportunity: Transformative Leadership in Charter School Education

Are you an experienced educational leader passionate about reimagining middle school learning? Our TK-8 dual language public charter school in Canoga Park, CA, is seeking a visionary Assistant Principal to drive academic excellence and foster global citizenship.

Our Distinctive Educational Model

Unlike traditional schools, we are a mission-driven charter school dedicated to:

• Cultivating bilingual and biliterate global citizens
• Implementing rigorous project-based learning
• Advancing social justice through education
• Prioritizing holistic student development

Foundational Anchors Guiding Our Work

✨ Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Global Citizenry and Bi-Literacy

⚖️ Social and Environmental Justice

Social-Emotional Competency

The Role: More Than an Assistant Principal

This is not a typical administrative position. This role combines instructional leadership with operational oversight , offering the unique opportunity to shape the academic and cultural direction of our middle school program. The ideal candidate is a transformative leader who will bring both vision and hands-on experience in charter school education, with a deep understanding of how to support the unique developmental needs of middle school students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead Instructional Excellence

• Coach and develop teachers through regular observation, feedback, and co-teaching
• Drive data-informed decision-making to enhance student achievement
• Support innovative teaching practices including Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Project Based Learning, and dual language instruction
• Create opportunities for student exhibition and performance
• Champion best practices that align with the flexible, student-centered approach that charter schools are known for

Shape School Culture

• Foster a middle school environment that celebrates diversity and creates a sense of belonging
• Lead a student Leadership Course to develop future change-makers
• Collaborate on school-wide initiatives that engage our diverse community
• Design and implement activities that spark joy and student engagement

Drive Operational Success

• Oversee campus operations and staff supervision
• Coordinate assessment and testing programs
• Manage special education services and intervention programs
• Build strong partnerships with families and community organizations

Qualifications

_ Ideal Candidate Profile_

We seek candidates who demonstrate:

• Proven success in middle school education (charter schools preferred) and a genuine passion for working with young adolescents
• Minimum of 5 years of charter school mentorship and academic coaching experience
• California Teaching Credential required (bilingual authorization a plus)
• Administrative Credential preferred
• ** Fluency** in Spanish and English (including academic vocabulary)
• Deep commitment to social justice and educational equity
• Experience with project-based and culturally responsive pedagogie

_ Start Date and Transition_

• Spring 2025 start to ensure a comprehensive onboarding and smooth transition into the 2025-26 academic year.

Additional Information

** Professional Growth and Compensation**

• Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000 (based on experience)
• 100% employee medical/dental coverage
• 50% family medical/dental coverage
• CalSTRS contribution
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environme

MLC’s Board policy requires all staff to provide evidence of clearance with the Department of Justice and a current TB test.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.