Assistant Head Learner; Principal

Monte del Sol Charter School

educates and inspires Santa Fe’s diverse population in grades 7 through 12, by building strong relationships and creatively engaging the local and global community.

Reports To: Head Learner

Employment Type: Full-Time, 12-Month, Exempt

Salary: Based on experience, starting at $96,000

To Apply: Begin the application process by completing the application link (see below). Follow the directions on where to send your resume and cover letter.

Monte del Sol seeks a bilingual Assistant Head Learner (AHL) poised to step into the instructional and cultural leadership of the school. The AHL collaborates with the Head Learner (Charter Director) to promote a positive and inclusive school community. In more traditional models, the AHL’s role is similar to a school principal. The Assistant Head Learner partners with faculty, support staff, students, and families to ensure strong instructional practice, inclusive systems of support, and clear pathways to graduation and post‑secondary success.

• Support teachers and staff in preparing and delivering engaging, inquiry‑based curriculum aligned to New Mexico Public Education Department standards.
• Conduct classroom observations and coaching protocols focused on growth and reflective practice.
• Collaborate with teachers to strengthen authentic assessment, exhibitions of learning, and graduation competencies.
• Remain actively engaged in pedagogical practices that meet the moment in public education, including approaches that support diverse learners and thoughtfully respond to emerging realities such as AI.
• Monitor student learning data and coordinate targeted academic interventions.
• Support vertical alignment across grades 7–12 to ensure coherence, high expectations, and responsiveness.
• Contribute to professional learning communities and staff development.

• Co‑lead restorative and relationship‑centered discipline practices.
• Collaborate with counselors, special education staff, and MLSS intervention teams to ensure inclusive supports for all learners.
• Oversee attendance systems and proactive student support strategies.
• Promote culturally responsive practices.

• Communicate effectively in English and Spanish with families regarding academic progress and student well‑being.
• Support student‑led conferences, exhibitions, and community‑based learning events.
• Assist families in understanding graduation pathways, college and career readiness benchmarks, and post‑secondary planning.
• Strengthen school‑home partnerships grounded in shared responsibility and accessible communication.

• Assist with charter compliance, reporting, and implementation of Performance Framework goals.
• Support state testing coordination and graduation requirement tracking.
• Supervise daily school operations, including safety protocols and supervision systems.
• Serve as acting Head Learner in the Head Learner’s absence.

• Supervise and evaluate assigned staff in alignment with New Mexico licensure and evaluation requirements.
• Provide clear, actionable feedback that strengthens instructional practice.
• Model professionalism, integrity, and collaborative leadership.

• Valid New Mexico Administrative License (or eligibility).
• Minimum eight years of successful secondary teaching experience (grades 7–12).
• Demonstrated instructional leadership experience.
• Minimum three years of successful school administrative experience.
• Knowledge of state graduation requirements and accountability systems.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish (spoken and written).
• Experience supporting adolescents in middle and/or high school settings using trauma‑informed approaches.

• Commitment to learner voice, agency, and belonging
• Strong instructional coaching skills
• Ability to analyze data and guide improvement
• Reflective practice and growth mindset
• Systems thinking and organizational leadership

Monte del Sol Charter School, a forward‑thinking middle and high school in Santa Fe, is looking forward to welcoming staff to our community. Join the Monte del Sol family!

To apply, begin your application at this link. Then send a cover letter and resume to Head Learner, Zoë Nelsen, Ph.D.

Monte del Sol Charter School offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including employee health, dental, and vision coverage.