School Vice Principal

Al Fatih Academy seeks a Vice Principal to be hired immediately for the  school year. Start date:
August 3rd, 2026. This is a full-time, 11-month position, on-site in Reston, Virginia. Salary range: $90,000–$110,000 annually, based on experience; benefits included. It is preferred that candidates apply via the school's official Interest Form on the school's website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Additional questions can be directed to Dr. Ismail ibn Ali, Head of School (headofschool). Learn more about the school and position below.

We are an independent Muslim school serving Preschool through Grade 8, located in Reston, VA, founded in 1998. Our mission is to cultivate and nurture a thriving American Muslim identity that balances religious, academic, and cultural knowledge, emphasizing the importance of civic involvement and charitable work. Through an interdisciplinary and integrated programming approach, we unite students, teachers, families, and the community to provide an exceptional learning experience.

AFA is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools, Cognia, & CISNA. Our six core values are:
Be Intentional & Mindful, Build Community, Uphold Excellent Character, Create Serenity & Peace, Transform Knowledge into Action, and Practice Stewardship & Service.

The Vice Principal is a full-time, on-site leadership role based in Reston, VA. The Vice Principal serves as a key member of the school's senior leadership team, supporting the Head of School and Principal in advancing academic excellence, fostering a positive and well-ordered school culture, and ensuring the holistic well-being of every student. This role carries dual responsibilities: supporting the school's instructional and operational leadership on the one hand, and providing direct oversight of the Student Life & Wellness team on the other.

The Vice Principal works closely with teachers, counselors, families, and administrators to create an environment where students thrive. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Directly supervise the Student Life & Wellness team of the school counselor, learning specialist, and other support staff through regular team coordination and supervision
• Oversee school-wide implementation of AFA's student support systems, drawing from Responsive Classroom and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) or similar frameworks
• Manage student discipline reporting and tracking across all grade levels
• Collaborate with the Head of School and Principal to develop proactive disciplinary interventions and coordinate student referrals
• Oversee all student attendance matters and communicate with relevant stakeholders
• Support the monitoring of student IEP and Student Assistance Team (SAT) processes in coordination with the learning specialist and principal

• Assist with the planning and delivery of professional development activities
• Coordinate testing administration and support the Principal in the review of standards-based report cards
• Track teacher absences and coordinate substitute coverage; support faculty onboarding and participate in hiring processes
• Support the accreditation processes through documentation and faculty preparation

• Establish and maintain warm, responsive, and consistent communication with families regarding student progress, behavior, and well-being
• Lead or co-facilitate parent education and wellness programming in partnership with the counselor and Student Life & Wellness Coordinator
• Respond to and help resolve parent concerns in collaboration with the Principal and Head of School
• Support student registration, withdrawal, and retention efforts

• Serve as acting school leader in the Principal's absence
• Support the organization of school events, activities, and programming
• Contribute to written and verbal communications to the school community and Board as directed by the Head of School

Ad hoc duties/tasks as assigned by the Principal or Head of School