Assistant Principal (Big Picture Learning), Schenectady, NY, United States

Assistant Principal (Big Picture Learning)

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Assistant Principal (Big Picture Learning)

Application Deadline

8/5/2025

Position Start Date

8/11/2025

Position Title

Assistant Principal (Big Picture Learning)

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

Starting at $94,600 per SAA contract

Job Description

Big Picture Schenectady, a small innovation high school and partner with the Big Picture Learning network, is seeking high-energy, insightful educators dedicated to creating rigorous and authentic learning experiences for students. We seek educators who value "rigor, relevance, and relationships" in their professional practice, and who can engage families and community members as partners in the education of Big Picture Schenectady students.

Assistant Principal Role

This position reports to the Principal of a midsize urban school district located in the Capital region of Upstate New York. The Assistant Principal is expected to execute practices that incorporate research based strategies and methodologies that will lead to improvements in the areas of teaching and learning, equity, engagement and efficiency. The Assistant Principal will supervise and evaluate staff and programs. The Assistant Principal is tasked with supporting staff in implementing the Next Generation Learning Standards , behavioral standards, as well as, instructional practices and assessments using a culturally responsive lens. The Assistant Principal fosters positive relationships between home, school and the community. This position requires a high degree of trust, professionalism and sound judgment.

Assistant Principal Expectations

Manage building operations at the direction of the principal;

Use of data-driven instruction and decision-making;

Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment;

Supervise teachers and staff;

Evaluate teachers following district APPR guidelines;

Address student discipline issues as needed and follow through discipline referrals with teachers, parents and students;

Create and monitor student behavior plans;

Prepare and attends Superintendent Hearings;

General student supervision including arrival and dismissal, lunch room and after school events;

Attend parent conferences and team meetings;

Assist Principal with various projects and duties as assigned;

Serve on district and building committees as assigned.

Assistant Principal Key Qualities

Proven ability to motivate staff and students to achieve excellence;

Ability to handle many different responsibilities at the same time in a fast paced environment;

Ability to work collaboratively with staff members, and administrators;

Ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, parents and the community;

Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

Job Qualifications

At least 3 years of teaching experience; preferably in an urban school setting.

Candidates must possess proper NY State Certification, SBL, SAS or SDA required.

Job Category

Administrator

Job Location

SHS Big Picture

Additional Information

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Location:: Schenectady, NY, United States
Job Type:: PartTime
Category:: Management Occupations

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