Virtual Assistant Principal

Virtual Assistant Principal – ACCEL Schools

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The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Washington is seeking a highly qualified Virtual Assistant Principal who provides a superior education for all students. VPA of Washington is a K‑12 tuition‑free online public school serving students across the state. We empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them – using innovative technology at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace.

This will be a January 2025 hire.

• Cultivating a caring, supportive, and inclusive school community
• Understanding how trauma, equity, inclusive practices, and restorative practices impact the student and teacher experience
• Providing coaching and professional development opportunities in effective classroom management strategies
• Collaborating with staff and families to identify and implement appropriate strategies to improve student behavior, attendance, and engagement
• Engaging families and the community in meaningful and mutually beneficial ways that promote student academic success and well‑being
• Implementing behavior management practices that motivate students through strong relationships with their teachers and positive reinforcements
• Acting as a point person to the local community, effectively communicating the school's mission and vision and soliciting input from parents and families about school performance, areas for improvement, and their needs
• Understanding, accepting, abiding by, and implementing the school's philosophy and mission statement in all school activities
• Contributing to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards
• Engaging and building strong professional relationships with parents, characterized by timely and regular communications
• Formulate and administer a comprehensive program of Career and Technical Education
• Work collaboratively with administrators, student services personnel, and teachers to ensure the delivery of career development services
• Facilitate linkages with parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations to support students’ transition to postsecondary education and employment
• Cultivating partnerships with external organizations that enrich the culture of the school
• Collaborate with leadership to develop, implement, and lead the instructional programs of the school, assessing curriculum, pedagogy, lesson plans and observing classes (teaching and learning) on a frequent and structured basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on the best practices for student learning and development
• Share responsibility for student achievement as related to academics and social‑emotional wellbeing
• Collaborate with Principal to plan and facilitate professional development opportunities for teachers that support instructional best practices
• Collaborate with cross‑departmental leadership teams and staff to plan and coordinate staff in‑service days, parent‑teacher conferences, and extended learning opportunities
• Collaborate with other instructional leaders (Principal, Head of School, MTSS Coordinator, Special Education Coordinators, etc.) to ensure the MTSS/RTI process is followed with fidelity
• Collaborate with the principal to coordinate and oversee summer educational opportunities
• Partner with Human Resources to execute a highly effective talent management system of recruiting, selecting, hiring, retaining, recognizing, and supporting all school site staff
• Ensure non‑discrimination practices in the selection process of faculty and staff by adhering to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements
• Collaborate with Home Office/Operations Team on the review and reporting requirements of the State, charter authorizing agency and Federal regulatory agencies, school sponsor, including the charter renewal process
• Understand and address all compliance items as they relate to the school's Sponsor Agreement
• Support the state‑required testing process including in‑person testing
• Assist with updating parent and…