NJ Certified Assistant Principal 2026-2027
Achievers Early College Prep
| Company | Achievers Early College Prep |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Trenton |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Lead |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 5 May 2022 |
| Last verified | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
ABOUT ACHIEVERS
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey's first public charter school for students in middle school and high school that provides them with the unique opportunity to pursue one of four STEAM pathways (Health Sciences, Digital Media, Audio Engineering and Cisco Computer Networking). Students can have access to a program that allows them to earn up to 60 college credits, NOCTI credentials and workplace training . AECP is determined to ensure that students can enhance their journey through high school and graduate with content mastery, skills, and experiences that are essential to the current marketplace and the world beyond.
ACHIEVERS FIT
Demonstrates* alignment and commitment *to Achievers Early College Prep's mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy
Adaptable i n a growing environment; Is* flexible* and solutions-oriented
Evidence of self-motivation, taking initiatives , and willingness to be a team player
Experience in schools that rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and content knowledge as a means to dramatically increase student achievement
Driven to* deliver rigorous instruction by emphasizing student engagement* with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis
Exhibits a laser focus on analyzing student work and student data , coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making
Quantifiable* track record of outstanding academic results*
Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, practice, and notion of "I'M ALL IN!"
Culturally aware, culturally sensitive, and asset-based thinking
COMPETENCIES
We seek to build a high-performing 6-12 school and will need a leader that 100% commits themselves to the mission, doing whatever it takes to urgently and excitingly get the work done to improve student achievement. We need a leader that is extremely inspiring and has a strong radar for excellence in all aspects of their work; desiring to address the big and small challenges that will make the largest impact. This leader must be willing to engage in difficult conversations, while building the investment and shared school culture of highly effective teams. Furthermore, this leader is joyful, humble, open to feedback and nurturing to the needs of all they are leading. This leader is also confident and assured that they have the mentorship and support of their evaluator, the School Principal.
Instructional Leadership
Assist the Principal in providing exemplary leadership to all school community members to achieve outstanding performance in preparing each student for college
Assist the Principal in developing and communicating strategic school systems, culture, and vision, and building a plan to achieve that vision
Assist the Principal in leading all aspects of Data-Driven Instruction (DDI), Leading Professional Development (PD) and Observation & Feedback (OF)
Assist the Principal in implementing effective assessment systems and using data to inform decisions; curriculum development and assessment; and ensure consistency within the school program and alignment with state and other rigorous standards
Teacher Coaching & Evaluation (ELA & Humanities)
Assist the Principal in providing school-wide leadership and the Executive Director in any directed district-related responsibilities
Assist the Principal in conducting daily teacher observations and provide real-time feedback to move the needle on student achievement
Assist the Principal in leading faculty to ensure that all staff are providing well-managed and rigorous daily lessons, reasonable and effective daily homework, and productive after school tutoring
Assist the Principal in holding teachers accountable for meeting a high bar for student perfo