Elementary School Assistant Principal of Special Education; Southwest Denver

Elementary School Assistant Principal of Special Education (Southwest Denver)

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We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade.

Assistant Principals are results-driven people managers who lead adults to achieve exceptional outcomes. They directly manage a portfolio of approximately 12–15 staff members, providing ongoing coaching and development, setting clear expectations, and holding team members accountable for excellence. They drive continuous improvement by analyzing a variety of data—academic, behavioral, operational, and cultural—to identify trends, prioritize coaching needs, and ensure progress toward campus goals.

As key campus leaders, Assistant Principals facilitate high-leverage conversations across lines of difference, build systems for accountability and follow-through, and model a relentless pursuit of excellence. They engage families, support student behavior, and design and lead impactful professional development that aligns with staff and school priorities. Assistant Principals lead with clarity, confidence, and deep ownership—anchored in their leadership identity and our Concept Essence—creating a culture where all staff and students thrive.

• Coach and develop a portfolio of 12-15 teachers through daily observations, real-time coaching, and regular feedback.
• Lead intellectual preparation by ensuring teachers submit high-quality lesson plans on time and receive weekly feedback.
• Analyze student data (daily, weekly, and long-term) to identify trends and prioritize coaching based on student needs.
• Facilitate high-quality professional development sessions that drive rapid teacher growth.
• Supervise the implementation of RMP curricula and assessments to meet RMP’s Big Five academic goals.
• Hold teachers accountable for deadlines, deliverables, and action steps to drive instructional excellence.

• Build and maintain a positive, high-achieving school culture that supports all students, staff, and families.
• Support student behavior, lead crucial conversations, and uphold high expectations with clarity and directness.
• Engage directly with families to foster trust, strong partnerships, and student success.
• Lead school-wide culture systems to create an inclusive and enthusiastic learning environment.

• Conduct mid-year and end-of-year evaluations to assess and improve teacher performance.
• Establish systems for accountability and continuous improvement among instructional staff.
• Take ownership of leadership—being direct, decisive, and proactive in driving team effectiveness.

• Oversee grade-level operations, ensuring smooth execution of school priorities such as enrollment, attendance, and persistence goals.
• Participate in weekly check-ins, grade-level meetings, and school-wide functions to align instructional and operational priorities.

• Develop strong, culturally respectful relationships with families and students.
• Maintain open lines of communication to support student success and family engagement.

To be an Assistant Principal at RMP, you must…

• Have a record of driving student achievement by coaching and developing teachers to deliver high-quality instruction.
• Be deeply committed to RMP’s vision, mission, and the Big Five, ensuring all scholars—including multilingual learners and scholars with exceptional needs—have access to rigorous and joyful learning.
• Embrace a spirit of anti-fragility, seeking opportunities to improve, innovate, and push for excellence in yourself, your teachers, and your school community.
• Manage time and…