Assistant Principal (3rd-5th Grade

Washington Heights and Inwood (WHIN) Music Community Charter School is in search of an enthusiastic and forward-thinking 3-5 Assistant Principal dedicated to advancing our dynamic school community with a focus on innovative 3-5 programming and robust culture/community building. This pivotal role is tailored for a leader who embodies compassion, kindness, and curiosity, and is committed to weaving these values into the daily fabric of our 3-5 environment.

As the 3-5 Assistant Principal, you will work in close collaboration with the Principal to shape and implement an innovative curriculum that aligns with WHIN's mission and vision, with a special emphasis on early literacy and math foundational skills. Your leadership will extend to collaborating with two other Assistant Principals, Director of Special Programs and Director of Music to promote student growth, and enhancing our educators' abilities to create a positive, engaging, and effective learning environment that supports the whole child.

Your responsibilities will be broad and impactful, including leading efforts to foster a culture of love for learning and inclusivity, coordinating logistics for state testing, and driving professional development initiatives that elevate teaching quality, with a focus on pedagogical approaches that support early literacy and math skills. A significant part of your role will also involve promoting responsive classroom techniques that encourage a supportive and engaging classroom environment, enabling students to thrive both academically and socially-emotionally.

A key aspect of your position will be to encourage a data-driven approach for continuous improvement, provide guidance and mentorship to instructional staff to support their professional growth, and engage actively with families and the wider community to reinforce students' learning and the school's objectives. You will oversee the effective delivery of curriculum and instruction, offer constructive feedback on lesson planning with a lens on 3-5 programming, and supervise special programs that align with our educational goals.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in educational leadership, especially within a 3-5 setting, and have exceptional academic credentials and emotional intelligence. We are seeking individuals with a history of employing progressive educational practices that cater to the comprehensive needs of 3-5 students, encourage curiosity, and equip students with the skills to navigate the complexities of the modern world.

Integrity, courage, a collaborative spirit, outstanding communication skills, and a commitment to consensus-building are essential qualities for this role.

The 3-5th Grade Assistant Principal will be responsible for:

• Forging a partnership with the Principal and other Assistant Principals to devise and implement a curriculum focused on early literacy and math, ensuring alignment with WHIN's mission and vision.
• Leading initiatives to incorporate teaching practices that are responsive to the developmental stages of 3-5 students, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports their holistic development
• Driving professional development programs focused on enhancing teaching strategies suitable for 3-5 education, including subject-specific pedagogies, social-emotional learning, and strategies to engage and motivate adolescent learners
• Providing personalized coaching and feedback to instructional staff to improve teaching effectiveness and promote student achievement in the 3-5 context

• Working in conjunction with the Director of Special Programs and the Operations team to manage New York State testing preparation and logistics, ensuring a smooth and efficient process tailored to the needs of 3-5 students
• Encouraging a culture of collaboration, innovation, and flexibility within the leadership team and across the school to improve decision-making processes, operational efficiency, and support the continuous improvement of educational outcomes for 3-5 students