Assistant Principal

This is a K--6 charter school with a long history of academic success, high student achievement, and a strong, supportive school community. Our school is committed to providing students with a rigorous and engaging education while creating an environment where students are known, supported, and challenged to reach their potential. As WPA continues to grow, we are excited to open a new campus in the Far West area in Fall 2027. We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Assistant Principal to join our leadership team and help build the foundation for this new campus. The Opportunity The Assistant Principal will begin at our established North Salt Lake campus during Fall 2026. This provides an important opportunity to become immersed in the Wasatch Peak Academy model before helping launch the new Far West campus. During this time, the Assistant Principal will: - Learn WPA's culture, mission, curriculum, and instructional expectations. - Develop relationships with teachers, students, families, and school leaders. - Learn WPA systems for student behavior, attendance, intervention, supervision, and school operations. - Participate in instructional leadership and teacher development. - Support school-wide events, programs, and initiatives. - Work alongside experienced WPA administrators and learn the systems that have contributed to the school's success. Beginning in Spring 2027, the Assistant Principal will take on an increasingly significant role in preparing for the opening of the Far West campus. The Assistant Principal will work closely with the Founding Principal and WPA leadership to recruit staff, establish student and family systems, develop school culture, and prepare the campus for a successful opening. Key Responsibilities Student Culture & Discipline The Assistant Principal will play a primary role in supporting a positive, safe, and respectful student culture. Responsibilities include: - Establishing and maintaining clear expectations for student behavior. - Responding to student behavior concerns in a consistent, fair, and appropriate manner. - Supporting teachers with classroom management and behavior concerns. - Developing positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate accountability. - Investigating significant behavior incidents and communicating with families when appropriate. - Supporting recess, lunch, arrival, dismissal, and other areas of student supervision. - Monitoring attendance and supporting strategies to improve student attendance. - Coordinating student behavior interventions and support plans. - Helping students learn from mistakes and develop appropriate social and behavioral skills. - Supporting a school environment where students feel safe, respected, and valued. Supporting Students' Individual Needs The Assistant Principal will work collaboratively with teachers, specialists, families, and other administrators to ensure students receive appropriate support. Responsibilities may include: - Identifying students who need additional academic, behavioral, or social support. - Participating in MTSS and student support meetings. - Helping develop and monitor student intervention plans. - Collaborating with teachers and specialists to address individual student needs. - Supporting appropriate accommodations and interventions. - Communicating with families about student progress and concerns. - Helping ensure students receive appropriate enrichment and academic challenge as well as intervention. Instructional Leadership The Assistant Principal will be an active instructional leader and partner to teachers. Responsibilities may include: - Using student achievement data to identify areas of need and opportunities for growth. - Supporting MTSS, intervention, and enrichment systems. - Collaborating with teachers and s ecialists to address individual student needs. - Supporting professional development and teacher learning. - Helping maintain high expectations for instruction and student achievement. - Celebrating instructional successes and sharing effective practices across the school. Teacher Support & Development The Assistant Principal will build strong relationships with teachers while helping maintain high expectations for professional practice. Responsibilities include: - Supporting new teacher onboarding and mentoring. - Building trusting relationships with staff. - Providing coaching, feedback, and encouragement. - Supporting teachers with classroom management and student behavior. - Helping teachers identify solutions to instructional and classroom challenges. - Supporting professional development and collaboration. - Recognizing teacher accomplishments and contributions. {=html} - Addressing concerns professionally and consistently when necessary. Family & Community Relationships The Assistant Principal will be an important representative of WPA to students, families, and the broader community. Responsibilities may include: - Building positive relationships with families. - Communicating clearly and professionally with parents and guardians. - Responding to concerns and helping resolve conflicts. - Supporting family events and school activities. - Helping establish a strong sense of community at the new campus. - Supporting enrollment and community outreach efforts during the campus launch. New Campus Development Beginning in Spring 2027, the Assistant Principal will work closely with the Founding Principal to prepare for the opening of the Far West campus. Responsibilities may include: - Assisting with recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of teachers and support staff. - Helping onboard and train new employees. - Establishing school-wide routines and procedures. - Preparing student supervision and behavior systems. - Supporting master scheduling and staffing plans. - Helping prepare classrooms and common areas for opening. - Assisting with technology, supplies, and operational preparations. - Supporting family communication and new-student orientation. - Helping plan the first-day experience and opening events. - Identifying potential challenges before the campus opens and developing solutions. What We Are Looking For We are looking for an Assistant Principal who is relational, organized, positive, instructional, and willing to be actively involved in the day-to-day life of a school. The ideal candidate will: - Believe deeply in the potential of every student. - Have high expectations for student achievement and behavior. - Build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate accountability. - Communicate clearly and professionally. - Be highly organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities. - Enjoy working collaboratively with teachers and administrators. - Be comfortable giving and receiving feedback. - Demonstrate strong classroom management and instructional knowledge. - Be willing to step in and help wherever needed. - Approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset. - Be excited about the opportunity to help build a new school community. - Demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of Wasatch Peak Academy. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. - Experience working in an elementary school setting. - Demonstrated leadership experience. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and families. Preferred: - Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a related field. - Utah administrative license, eligibility for administrative licensure, enro