Middle School Assistant Principal of Culture and Student Support at Launch Expeditionary

25-26 Middle School Assistant Principal of Culture and Student Support job at Launch Expeditionary Learning Charter Schools. Brooklyn, NY.

At Launch Charter School, we believe that strong school culture is the foundation for academic success. We are seeking a Middle School Assistant Principal of Culture and Student Support who is passionate about restorative practices, student wellness, and inclusive, equitable discipline. This leader must be a strategic thinker, a relationship builder, and a champion for student voice, social-emotional learning, and community partnerships.

• Every student deserves to feel safe, valued, and empowered at school.
• Restorative justice is more effective than punitive discipline in fostering long-term behavioral growth.
• Student behavior is a form of communication, and support systems must be proactive, not reactive.
• Families are essential partners in student development and success.
• Adult culture shapes student culture—staff must model kindness, high expectations, and accountability.

• Restorative Leadership – Skilled in implementing restorative practices and conflict resolution strategies.
• Behavioral Systems & Data – Ability to build and manage school wide behavior systems, analyze discipline data, and plan responsive actions.
• Student Support Systems – Knowledge of MTSS, trauma-informed care, and SEL implementation.
• Family Partnership & Communication – Strong communication skills to partner with families in moments of celebration and challenge.
• Staff Development – Ability to coach staff in classroom management, behavior norms, and inclusive culture-building strategies.
• Equity & Inclusion – Deep commitment to racial equity, identity-affirming practices, and culturally responsive discipline.
• Crisis Management – Calm and confident in de‑escalating conflict and supporting students in moments of crisis.

• Lead the implementation of restorative practices, including circles, conflict resolution conversations, and re‑entry meetings.
• Manage and refine school wide behavior systems to ensure consistency, clarity, and equity in student expectations.
• Partner with teachers to establish strong classroom norms and routines rooted in kindness, collaboration, and mutual respect.
• Facilitate professional development and coaching cycles on restorative approaches and positive classroom management.
• Co‑lead student assemblies, celebrations, and initiatives that affirm identity and build community.

• Supervise a student support team responsible for daily behavior response, check‑ins/​check‑outs, and student mentoring.
• Track student behavior data to identify trends, ensure follow‑up, and plan Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions.
• Serve as the lead responder for behavioral incidents, ensuring that student dignity is preserved and that consequences support reflection and restoration.
• Oversee the development and implementation of individual behavior plans and student support interventions.
• Manage the Promotion in Doubt (PID) list in collaboration with the AP of Academics to ensure students with behavioral and academic concerns receive holistic support.

• Communicate proactively with families about student behavior, growth, and celebrations.
• Facilitate family conferences and restorative conversations in collaboration with teachers.
• Build systems for frequent home‑school communication, especially for students receiving behavior interventions.
• Lead school wide family initiatives around culture, character, and student wellness.

• Manage the student government, Peacekeepers, or similar student leadership initiatives that promote ownership and voice.
• Support student‑led initiatives and community‑building projects that foster belonging and civic engagement.
• Ensure that all students—particularly those furthest from opportunity—have access to leadership, celebration, and growth opportunities.

• Lead school wide morning meetings, hallway transitions, arrival/dismissal routines, and lunchroom…