Assistant Principal

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Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
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We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!
** Academies of Math and Science*
* ** Assistant Principal
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* Location:

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* ** 6423 Stagecoach Road., Little Rock, AR 7220
**** Compensation: $67,000 - $80,000 year-round salary, DOE and bonus pay opportunities*
* ** This is not a remote position.
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* Position Summary:

** The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of top-rated, public K–8 charter schools that has served Arizona communities for over 20 years. Our Little Rock campus marks the network’s first out-of-state expansion, and we are honored to partner with families in Arkansas to bring our mission to life.

We are seeking a passionate, data-driven, and culturally responsive
** Assistant Principal
** to help lead our Little Rock team in delivering a high-quality, rigorous education to students who may not otherwise have access to such opportunities. This individual will serve as a key instructional and operational leader, supporting teachers in implementing a standards-aligned curriculum, fostering a culture of high expectations, and ensuring a safe, structured, and joyful learning environment.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a proven commitment to educational equity and continuous improvement. You will play a vital role in shaping the school’s academic culture, mentoring educators, and driving student outcomes—making a real impact on the lives of children and families in the Little Rock community.

Join our growing network and be part of a movement that is changing the world, one student at a time.
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Support the Principal in instructional leadership, teacher coaching, and professional development
* Monitor and analyze academic data to support school-wide achievement goals
* Assist in developing and maintaining a positive school culture grounded in high expectations
* Manage and resolve student behavioral issues in alignment with AMS policies and Arkansas regulations
* Facilitate family and community engagement initiatives to support student success
* Oversee compliance with local, state, and federal educational regulations and reporting
* Participate in school events, parent meetings, and staff development programs
* Serve as acting administrator in the absence of the Principal
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* Qualifications:

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* Education:

*** Bachelor’s degree required
* Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or a related field
*** preferred
* **** Licensure:
*** Valid Arkansas Standard Teaching License
** or
* * Initial Building Level Administrator License;
** or
* * Eligible for licensure reciprocity in Arkansas;
** or
* * Currently enrolled in an accredited Educational Leadership Program
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* Experience:

*** Minimum of 3 years of successful classroom teaching experience
* 1–2 years of experience in an educational leadership role
*** preferred***##

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience supporting or leading
** K–2 instructional programs**, particularly in foundational literacy and early mathematics
* Strong understanding of the
** Science of Reading**, structured literacy, and evidence-based early literacy practices
* Experience implementing data-driven early intervention systems
* Experience working in Title I or high-need school environments
* Demonstrated success coaching teachers in literacy instruction and foundational skill development
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* Additional Requirements:

*** Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprinting and child maltreatment registry checks
* Participation in the Beginning Administrator Induction Program during the first three (3) years of employment, including mentorship and professional development
* Completion of annual professional development as required by the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE)
* Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, strategic planning, staff development, and community engagement

Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!

AMS Schools are among the highest performing Title I schools in Arizona. We seek highly motivated and passionate staff who want to make a difference. The professionals we hire are the most intelligent and the most talented experts in their fields. By joining our team you will plan an integral part in helping at-risk students achieve great things, be a part of a genuine community, and be able to grow as professional through our employee development program.

Come help us provide our students with the best education in the best environment.
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