Middle School Assistant Principal Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Great things are happening at Battle Creek Public Schools!
Battle Creek Public Schools (BCPS) is located in Calhoun County, Michigan (between Chicago and Detroit), serving the City of Battle Creek as well as parts of Emmett, Pennfield and Bedford townships, and the City of Springfield. With a bold goal of achieving 100% success for every Bearcat, we offer a broad range of educational experiences to meet the individual needs of students at all levels, including experiential learning, individualized instruction, advanced and accelerated curricula, and outdoor education.
In 2017, BCPS received an historic investment from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, and we are continuing our transformation plan, advancing bold, top-to-bottom changes to provide a world-class career, college, and community-ready education for every student, in every grade, at every school. In May of 2023, we were thrilled to announce an average teacher pay increase of more than $10,000, positioning us as one of the best paying districts for teachers in Southwest Michigan.
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (including up to $20k in home purchase assistance), and opportunities for professional development. Apply now and join the Bearcat family.
Position Summary: 

Battle Creek Public Schools is seeking an exceptional, inspired, equity-driven Assistant Principal to collaborate with the Principal, teachers and staff in propelling Springfield Middle School into the next chapter of even greater academic excellence. We expect our educational leader to possess a deep knowledge of highly effective teaching and instruction, and to have demonstrated success in engaging and inspiring a school community to achieve high levels of student achievement. We seek self-reflective leaders who understand how race, class, ethnicity, income, disability, identity, health, trauma, and family environment impact our students, and believe in educational environments that are responsive to student needs.

Educators at BCPS enjoy a significant degree of support to lead their schools toward these academic results. Together we work to build engaging, rewarding work environments that retain the most talented educators, committed to college, career and life success for all students. BCPS Principals also receive substantial professional development to continue to hone their craft. 

The transformation of our District depends on having inspired leaders who can help push our schools towards equity and excellence--so every Bearcat graduates career, college, and community ready. Our vision is "100% success for every Bearcat."
Position Responsibilities:
Instructional and Talent Leadership

• Supervise and evaluate aspects of the middle school program as assigned by the Principal
• Implement curriculum for students
• Use data warehouse and multiple data sources to develop and implement a school improvement plan
• Assist in coordinating Battle Creek Public School District's state assessment program
• Supervise ancillary staff such as Bearcat Coaches and Student Success Specialist

Positive School and Community Culture

• Create a culture of high expectations with a relentless focus on student growth and achievement
• Maintain a safe and positive school environment in which students thrive, develop and grow.
• Collaborate with counselor and behavioral interventionist to create a safe and orderly learning environment
• Maintain an appropriate level of consequences for students who choose not to comply with behavioral expectations; and to reward those students who comply with behavioral expectations
• Administer student corrective action including suspensions, re-entry meetings and restorative conversations
• Attend P.T.S.A meetings
• Foster an environment of deep connection and collaboration with families and caregivers, building strong relationships and encouraging their direct engagement in their students' school experiences

Operational Leadership

• Has responsibility for financial aspects of the school's operations in conjunction with the District's Business Office as assigned by the Principal
• Use Skyward software to create a master for the school
• Supervise after school and/or additional after school programs
• Provide staff management, including:
  • Evaluations
  • On-board and support new teachers
  • Monitor/supervise instructional coaches and teachers in the areas of Curriculum, Management, Relationship and Responsibility
  • Provide co-teaching when necessary
  • Manage the daily, building and long term guest teacher processes
  • Co-design, assist and co-facilitate school staff meetings
  • Manage the physical plant in conjunction with Facilities and Operations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Educational Leadership or Educational Administration required
• Valid Michigan School Administrator Certificate required
• Valid Michigan teaching certification required
• 3+ years secondary teaching experience is required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven ability to work successfully with a culturally diverse community, staff and student population is required
• A belief that all children can achieve no matter their zip code
• Deep understanding of the nuanced needs of low-income student  populations, and trauma-informed teaching practices and restorative justice
• Demonstration of successful use of data to improve student learning
• Experience working in trauma- informed settings
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and cultivate positive relationships with staff, parents and community stakeholders
• Demonstrated understanding of the ways to disrupt and transform systemic inequities
• A willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team

Salary: $89,608 - $96,072
Contract: 224 days (11 months)
SCHOOL SAFETY CLEARANCE:  The successful candidate will be subject to a fingerprint and background check as a condition of employment.  All fees required for this check (estimated $73.00) will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.
The Battle Creek Public School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, handicap, sex, age, religion, national origin, weight, height, or marital status in its employment practices.