Middle School; Assistant Principal; at Dayton Early College Academy Dayton, OH

Middle School (5-8) Assistant Principal (2025‑26) job at Dayton Early College Academy. Dayton, OH.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Dayton Early College Academy (DECA) is an award‑winning, high performing network of charter schools located in Dayton, Ohio. Serving grades K‑12, DECA’s three campuses are singularly focused on helping children from the city of Dayton gain the skills they need to be successful in college and beyond.

We prepare future college graduates today to become the leaders of our community tomorrow.

We serve students in grades K‑12 in the Dayton Public School area; academic proficiency is not considered during the admissions process. Admission is first come, first served.

• 94% of our students are African‑American and 72% are economically disadvantaged;
• Over 80% of our students will be first in their family to go to college;
• DECA is committed to providing a rigorous and engaging academic curriculum;
• Our campuses foster an awareness of social justice issues;
• Strong community partnerships are at the core of our success;
• DECA alumni graduate from college at a rate nearly 5 times the national average for first generation college students and on par with their suburban counterparts.

Successful Applicants:

• Are developing and practicing cultural competence in their teaching, teamwork, and leadership;
• Build relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community;
• Provide, seek, and act on feedback;
• Live our Core Values.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Principal supports the management of all facets of daily school operations. The Assistant Principal ensures the safety and welfare of both students and staff and provides for a positive learning environment. The Assistant Principal provides instructional leadership including curriculum planning and implementation, instructional strategies, student accountability, and professional development. Under the guidance of the Board of Directors, the Principal, and the Superintendent, the Assistant Principal develops and implements school policy and operational guidelines.

This position reports to the Campus Principal.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree;
• Three years teaching, supporting the development of teachers, and/or developing curriculum, preferably in urban schools;
• Valid Ohio teaching and administrative certification/license;
• Previous school leadership experience preferred, including experience working with parents and community groups;
• Ability to improvise and work through uncertainties;
• Sound student management skills;
• Knowledge of state and national standards;
• Knowledge of the special needs of students and families who live in poverty;
• Experience with technology integration in classroom instruction and the application of technology in administrative duties;
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations regarding the education of special needs students.

• Oversee the school’s resident educator program
• Provide instructional support for teachers
• Support curriculum development and assessment implementation
• Support the development and implementation of interim assessments and use data to inform decisions
• Assist with the…