Assistant Principal - Instruction

Job Details

Job Location:

UCP Bailes Community Academy – Orlando, FL 32817

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Salary Range: $60,000.00 – $75,000.00

Job Category:
Education

Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic inclusive charter school network? UCP Charter Schools are a network of 8 Pre‑K‑12th grade schools for students with and without disabilities in Central Florida.

UCP’s instructional approach is designed to reach every learner through customized instruction, technology integration, art integration, and project‑based learning. Each UCP campus has a unique community feel, with low student/instructor ratios and inclusive classrooms where children with and without disabilities learn and grow together.

The Assistant Principal of Instruction, under the direction of the School Principal and in partnership with the Consortium Education Leadership Team, provides leadership and support for instructional programs, teacher development, academic systems, and student achievement efforts across the campus. This role works collaboratively with staff, students, and families to promote high‑quality instruction, continuous improvement, and a positive learning environment for all students.

• Support the Principal in leading and monitoring high‑quality instructional practices across the campus.
• Ensure classroom instruction is aligned to Florida Standards, adopted curriculum, consortium instructional expectations, and school improvement goals.
• Collaborate with teachers and instructional leaders to strengthen Tier1 instruction and improve student achievement outcomes for all student groups.
• Utilize student performance data, classroom observations, and progress monitoring tools to identify instructional strengths, gaps, and next steps.
• Support implementation of evidence‑based intervention, acceleration, and enrichment systems to address student learning needs.
• Monitor instructional effectiveness and support continuous improvement efforts to minimize achievement gaps.

• Conduct classroom walkthroughs and observations and provide timely, actionable feedback to instructional staff/document in Bullseye.
• Support the implementation of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs) and consortium instructional expectations.
• Assist with the development, coaching, support, and retention of effective instructional personnel.
• Collaborate with school leadership and teacher leaders to develop and implement meaningful professional learning opportunities aligned to campus needs.
• Support mentoring and onboarding of new instructional staff.
• Assist in identifying and developing teacher leaders and instructional capacity across the campus.

• Support campus MTSS processes, including analysis of academic and behavioral data to inform intervention planning and student supports.
• Utilize progress monitoring systems and assessment data to guide instructional decision‑making and monitor student growth.
• Collaborate with the Principal and instructional teams to develop, implement, and monitor School Improvement Plan goals and action steps.
• Assist with analysis and communication of academic performance data to staff and stakeholders.

• Support implementation of consortium and state assessment programs, including progress monitoring and instructional data reviews.
• Collaborate with instructional staff to ensure appropriate use of assessment data to improve teaching and learning.
• Assist in monitoring instructional schedules, instructional groupings, and related academic systems to maximize student learning opportunities.

• Promote a positive, student‑centered school culture focused on high expectations, inclusion, and academic success.
• Build collaborative and trusting relationships with teachers, families, students, and stakeholders.
• Maintain visibility throughout the campus and support a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Support effective communication with families regarding student progress, instructional initiatives, and school…