26-27 Middle School Assistant Principal

Élan Academy Charter School • New Orleans, LA

21h

About The Position

The Middle School Assistant Principal serves as the primary instructional leader for grades 5-8th. In this role you are responsible for providing personalized support to teachers by developing their understanding of data-driven instruction and research-based standards to improve scholars’ academic achievement. As the Middle School Assistant Principal , you are responsible for driving culture and ensuring high-quality classroom instruction through modeling, co-planning, and providing feedback to teachers. The Middle School Assistant Principal models continuous improvement and goes above and beyond to ensure student success, promote reflection, provide guidance and structure, and focuses on strengths, collaboration, and common issues of concern. This role combines daily coaching, culture leadership, and operational support to drive academic outcomes for all scholars. The AP reports directly to the Principal.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Required ( Master’s degree preferred)
• At least five (5) years of highly effective teaching experience with a record of strong student outcomes, preferably in an urban school setting
• Deep commitment to educational equity and the belief that all children, regardless of background, deserve access to a world-class education
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deliver direct, growth-oriented feedback

Nice To Haves

• Prior leadership experience (grade-level lead, instructional coach, or dean) strongly preferred
• Knowledge of classical curriculum, blended learning, or college-prep school models is a plus

Responsibilities

• Embody & Élan Academy’s mission, vision, and values;
• Participate in an annual summer staff orientation and training;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of content knowledge and Louisiana State Standards.
• Conduct weekly observations and deliver targeted, actionable feedback to all 5th-8th grade teachers through structured coaching cycles
• Facilitate weekly individual coaching meetings with each teacher, focused on high-leverage instructional moves tied to student performance data
• Model lessons and co-teach to support teacher development in real time
• Lead content-specific or grade-level professional development sessions aligned to school-wide instructional priorities
• Monitor lesson plan quality and unit planning to ensure alignment to standards and classical curriculum framework
• Analyze student assessment data with teachers to identify trends, adjust instruction, and close performance gaps
• Support new teacher onboarding and accelerate their development through intensified coaching schedules
• Manage teacher performance through clear expectations, improvement plans when necessary, and retention strategies for top performers
• Uphold and reinforce school-wide behavior expectations and discipline systems for middle school scholars
• Serve as a visible, consistent presence in hallways, classrooms, and transitions
• Partner with teachers and families to address student behavioral and academic concerns
• Lead or support restorative conversations, disciplinary hearings, and re-entry meetings
• Build and maintain a middle school culture rooted in high expectations, joy, and accountability
• Collaborate with the Principal on school-wide strategic planning, scheduling, and staffing decisions
• Assist with coordination of state testing, interim assessments, and data review cycles
• Represent the school in engagements with families, NOPSB, and community partners as needed
• Support daily school operations including arrival, dismissal, lunch duty, and emergency procedures
• Participate in leadership team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement planning

Benefits

• Élan Academy offers a generous compensation package, including a 401 (K) contribution match, health, dental, and vision insurance, and more!
• Élan Academy also ensures that ALL staff members are equipped with the tools needed to succeed, including a dedicated work space, laptop computer, email, high-speed internet access, and all necessary supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level