High School Assistant Principal of Instruction at BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL – Brooklyn, New York

Who We Are

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 across seven schools in Brooklyn. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our experienced team is dedicated to our mission to prepare a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, and guided by our Core Values:

• Curiosity: Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically

• Care: Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion

• Persistence: Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity

• Passion: Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance
  
  

The Opportunity
Prospect Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal of Instruction that is an organized, flexible, and mission-driven leader to join us in support of our next phase of growth and expansion at Brooklyn Prospect High School. Prospect teachers are grounded in an equity-driven approach following the principles of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, where instruction emphasizes academic rigor, critical thinking, global mindedness, and inclusive classroom practices.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Driving Student Outcomes

• Drives the academic program strategy for the grades 9-12; making data-informed decisions about instructional priorities, pacing, and intervention in partnership with the Principal

• Leads a structured data response cycle; analyzing gradebook trends, internal assessments, and external assessments on a defined cadence, and translating findings into targeted instructional adjustments at the teacher, department, and school level

• Leads planning and implementation of instructional professional development

• Ensures instructional systems are functioning with fidelity and quality; including weekly walkthroughs tied to coaching priorities, lesson plan review cycles, curriculum hub maintenance, and pacing calendar alignment

• Directs the scope and work of the Curiosity Team (Directors and Associate Directors); setting clear expectations, monitoring progress, and holding the team accountable to student outcome goals

• Conducts regular gradebook audits to monitor grade distribution; identify students at risk of failure, and ensure grading practices are equitable and aligned to academic policy

• Establishes and enforces academic policies that reflect Prospect's commitment to rigor and equity; including grading, promotion, and academic integrity standards

• Establishes assessment vision for grades 9-12.

• Manages all schoolwide assessment logistics for Quarter Blocks, Semester Exams, and Regents, including Exam scheduling and room assignments, Proctor scheduling and preparation and Assessment quality review and Illuminate data management

Supporting a Positive Student Experience

• Co-owns the vision for student experience alongside the Principal and AP of Student Support and Experience, ensuring that schoolwide systems reflect high expectations and genuine care for every student

• Serves as an executive team member for the 10th grade (Lower AP) or 11th grade (Upper AP) Grade Level Team, providing instructional leadership and strategic direction for that cohort's academic trajectory

• Responds to escalated student culture incidents in coordination with the Principal and APSSE, bringing an instructional lens to restorative and disciplinary responses

• Maintains active presence on grade level: engaging with students, monitoring academic progress, and intervening proactively when students are off-track

• Manages DASA reports for the assigned grade level as designated by the APSSE, ensuring timely and compliant response

Supporting a Positive Staff Experience and Team Leadership

• Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible in your role and adapt to school and student needs

• Embody a Team First mindset by proactively seeking opportunities to build relationships and collaborate across functional teams, actively participate in professional development opportunities, and engage families and community members

• Demonstrate a commitment to giving and receiving feedback for the purpose of continuous growth and learning

• Engage in learning opportunities designed to promote stronger Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices at Prospect Schools

• Develop the capacity of direct reports to lead their areas effectively and independently. Provide consistent coaching, feedback, and support to team members aligned to school priorities. Monitor performance to ensure consistency and quality of execution across team members and hold team members accountable for outcomes and execution

• Build leadership pipelines by identifying and developing emerging leaders

• Develop and lead vision for teacher development practice and systems

• Directly manage a caseload of instructional leaders and a caseload of teachers

• Take a lead role in recruitment and hiring talent and own staffing model for instructional staff

Family Engagement

• Build relationships and provide ongoing progress updates through regular communication with the families of all students in your classroom

• Utilize family and student feedback to continuously improve the learning experience for your students

• Owns communication for families related to instructional program and updates for student progress

• Owns execution of family programming related to academic program (ie curriculum night)

About You:

• You have earned a Bachelor’s Degree

• You have a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience

• You have a minimum of 3 years of people management and team leadership experience in the education sector

• You have experience leading curriculum development for a department

• You have a proven track record of results for students and of driving results for students through others

Salary:

The salary range for this role starts at $124,000, then increases based on years of experience. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. At Prospect Schools, we remain committed to providing competitive salaries.

Our Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week

• 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule

• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options

• Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues

EEO and ADA Statement:

Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We actively recruit, hire, and retain a diverse and inclusive staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Prospect Schools is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance you may contact us at: careers@prospectschools.org.

The essential functions of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.