Elementary School Assistant Principal
MISSION
Global Preparatory Academy develops compassionate global leaders through a rigorous education program that focuses on hands-on, cultural and Spanish immersion learning opportunities.
SUMMARY
Global Preparatory Academies, are a network of dual language schools near downtown Indianapolis. We are launching our new middle academy in the Fall of 2026. Our network of schools connect students from diverse linguistic backgrounds and educates them together in a highly rigorous, engaging and nurturing environment. Using both English and Spanish to instruct students in all core content areas, students will develop high levels of bilingualism and biliteracy, as well as a deep value and understanding of other cultures. As citizens in a global world, students at Global Prep gain limitless access to other cultures through bilingualism and instruction, which emphasizes critical thinking using global perspectives and experiential learning.
Global Preparatory Middle Academy is not a traditional school environment. We are seeking an innovative, entrepreneurial performing arts educator who thrives in mission-driven spaces and is eager to create something bold, culturally grounded, and community-connected.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructional Leadership
- Work alongside the school principal in establishing and maintaining an effective learning climate in the school.
- Work alongside the school principal in the acquisition and utilization of instructional supplies, equipment, and textbooks for the school.
- Work alongside the school principal in facilitating services for all students in the school including, but not limited to, those with special needs.
- Directly coach 2-3 teachers providing classroom coaching that includes modeling, co-teaching and observation and lead weekly data meetings.
- PAR Special Education conferences for elementary school students
- Lead MTSS for elementary school staff.
- Work alongside the school principal conducting an on-going assessment of the educational program in the assigned school, including the strengths and areas in need of improvement.
- Analyze formal and informal assessment data, attendance records, discipline reports; feedback from students, staff, administrators and parents; and other formal and informal data.
- Participate, as requested, in school-level activities to design educational philosophy and goals which maximize student growth.
Climate & Culture
- Provide oversight of the practices, policies, and protocols set forth in Global Prep Handbook to ensure that they are maintained by students, families, and staff
- Implementation of our school wide approach to discipline and assists teachers and support staff with the social emotional learning curriculum and development of students
- Directing and coordinating teacher supervision of lunchrooms, shared spaces, and hallways.
- Responds to inquiries and concerns from students, parents and guardians, and the general public concerning school operating policies and procedures
- Helps students reflect upon and resolve school related problems
- Maintains high standards of student conduct by focusing on prevention, communication with parents, and high expectations of conduct
Student Management
- Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary, according to due process rights of the students
- Establishes and publishes guidelines for proper student conduct in keeping policy and school practices in cooperation with the principal
- Attends school-related activities and events
- Generates and maintains accurate discipline records
- Works with students, staff, parents, and others in the implementation of student behavior codes in cooperation with the principal
- Works to achieve/sustain 100% of projected student enrollment capacity.
Human Resources
- Work alongside the school principal recruiting, screening, and reference checks and recommends and assigns school staff.
- Supports the new hire/recruiting process by properly completing job requisition form, offer letter request, and other items as needed, and secure all the required paperwork (applications and Release forms).
- Work alongside the school principal during the new employee-interview process, as needed.
- Assists the Human Resources Department in maintaining compliance with certification guidelines.
Communicates with Stakeholders
- Work alongside the school principal in promoting on-going, two-way communications with relevant audiences (i.e., students, staff, parents, community residents) to enhance the educational program provided by the school.
- Work alongside the school principal in utilizing the resources of the school and community to enhance the educational program
- Engage in community outreach to advance our mission
Core Attributes and Beliefs
- Deep belief in dual language immersion and culturally responsive education
- Commitment to equity, biliteracy, and global leadership development
- Ability to articulate and operationalize GPA's mission in daily practice
- High ownership and accountability
- Solutions-oriented and resilient
- Skilled at giving direct, growth-oriented feedback
COMPETENCIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
- Proven success improving elementary school academic outcomes
- Strong understanding of adolescent development
- Experience implementing rigorous standards-based instruction
- Skilled in coaching teachers through observation, modeling, and feedback cycles
- Deep knowledge of MTSS, intervention systems, and data-driven instruction
- Strong ability to analyze assessment data, attendance, discipline, and growth trends
- Ability to build systems from scratch (this is critical for a new campus)
- Uses data to drive coaching, staffing, and scheduling decisions
- Establishes strong, consistent student culture rooted in high expectations and care
- Skilled at family communication during high-stakes moments
- Creates alignment and clarity across staff
- Builds adult culture rooted in trust and accountability
- Entrepreneurial & Start-Up Mindset
- Thrives in ambiguity and fast-moving environments
- Comfortable building new systems, traditions, and structures
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- 2+ years of successful school leadership experience (assistant principal or principal level preferred)
- Demonstrated record of increasing student academic achievement
- Experience coaching teachers with measurable instructional impact
Experience leading discipline systems and managing student conduct
Experience working with diverse student populations
Indiana administrative license (or ability to obtain)