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Job DetailsJob Location: 930-Craig- Northwest - Craig, CO 81625Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $89,000.00 - $96,000.00 Salary/yearTitle: Assistant Principal Employee Group & Grade: Executive/Exempt Reports To: Principal Region: Colorado Springs Starting Salary Scale: $89,000-$96,000 Calendar Year: 215 days Must work all scheduled calendar days in Colorado Date Written/Revised: March 2025 *All applications must be complete to be reviewed* Why Work at GOAL High School? Great Mission and Great Culture. Recognized as an Award-winning High School that serves at-risk students throughout Colorado. Recognized as 1 of 3 schools worldwide to receive the distinction of “Biggest Impact School” in technology from Microsoft. Our staff can plan vacations with one 14-day break, two 1-week breaks, and additional weeks off in the summer. Competitive starting salary based on years of experience and qualifications. Potential to earn Pay-for-Performance incentives as a member of the GOAL Team. Competitive Benefits include an emphasis on Wellness in the workplace. The ability to continue contributing to the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA. PERA 401K or Roth 401K with a 5% Match after one year Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and AD&D plans. Health Savings Accounts (HSA). Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents. Short-and Long-Term Disability Insurance. Optional additional insurance that includes accident, critical illness, and hospital plans. Employee Assistance Program. The school provides a laptop, cell phone and additional equipment as needed. Robust Professional Development and opportunity to work with passionate, mission-driven colleagues who are invested in your personal and professional growth. GOAL High School is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Purpose of Job: Responsible for assisting the principal with leadership, direction, supervision, operations, and accountability of the academic and non-academic duties of school personnel, providing for the proper and efficient operation of school facilities and programs. To provide on-site direct support to the site staff and students in the overall management and operation of the school, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment. Assist with a wide range of tasks, including overseeing student discipline and fostering positive relationships with students, staff, and parents. Essential Duties/ Major Accountabilities: Show Up: Be ACCOUNTABLE for our students, ourselves, and our team Connect: Develop and maintain TRANSPARENT and HONEST relationships with our students and team Succeed: Become a STRONG unified team providing students an INNOVATIVE environment to become productive members of society Essential Functions, Duties and Major Accountabilities: Physical Presence: Must be able to maintain a regular on-site presence to effectively support students, collaborate with colleagues, and fulfill the responsibilities of the role. While virtual work may be permitted based on specific site needs and work responsibilities, the ability to be physically present at designated locations as needed is essential to the successful execution of this position’s duties. Serve as an instructional leader by monitoring implementation of professional development and instructional efforts in accordance with the school improvement plan, school policies, and procedures Promote an effective, safe, alternative learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds to prepare students for graduation and transition to college and/or careers beyond graduation Implement and monitor behavioral expectations and policies including monitoring attendance trends and overseeing truancy interventions; address safety and welfare issues by holding meetings with parents, investigating incidents, documenting findings, contacting proper authorities and conforming to legal requirements and regulations Create partnerships with parents and community Collect and analyze student assessment data that aid in student recruiting, retention, and graduation Plan, schedule and coordinate school projects, curriculum, achievement reporting, events, activities, and initiatives Manage site budgets according to GOAL’s financial policies and procedures Maintain clear communications and good working relationships with all staff members Help develop and maintain effective and consistent policies and procedures for students, parents, and employees, and ensure their implementation (e.g., field trip procedures, enrollment procedures) Supervise employees including serving as an instructional leader assigning and directing work, interviewing, evaluating performance, disciplining and resolving issues Maintain a general understanding of the provisions of laws relating to charter schools Maintain a high level of professional communication (both verbally and in writing) with other GOAL staff, students, and parents to deliver program information and address individual student needs Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and community Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits, such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Accountability Standards for all GOAL Academy High School Staff: Love for children and ability to work enthusiastically on their behalf Actively and enthusiastically recruit new students through community partnerships and community events Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time-management, verbal and written communication skills Knowledgeable and comfortable working with technology Able to competently and persistently apply problem solving skills towards technology issues Proven ability to serve on teams and participate in a collaborative decision-making process Strong work ethic to achieve both school and personal goals Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality Willingness to travel regionally and transport students as required Ethical, honest, and good-humored Must work all scheduled calendar days in Colorado Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must reside in Colorado Must have a valid driver’s license Education: Bachelor’s degree in education, management, or a similar field required. Master’s degree preferred Valid Colorado Principal's License required Experience: Two years of experience as a secondary teacher, secondary counselor, or equivalent required Two years of experience working online and/or with at risk youth preferred Three years of progressively responsible leadership experience working in a school required Three years of supervisory experience preferred Or other background demonstrating application of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Advanced knowledge of school leadership within an online school Advanced oral and written communication, public relations, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, facilitation, management, decision making, computer, and organizational skills. Proven ability to use sound judgment, including appropriate handling of confidential matters Ability to work well with others and to promote a team environment Knowledge of and ability to oversee standardized testing procedures Advanced abilities working with at-risk students, web-based instructional approaches, and/or GED or other similar alternative educational programs Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time-management, verbal and written communication skills Knowledgeable and comfortable working with technology. Able to apply problem solving skills competently and persistently towards technology issues Ability to serve on student-centered teams and participate in a collaborative decision-making process Well-versed in conflict resolution skills. Ability to mediate conflicts (e.g., between students, staff, parents, or community members) while promoting the core values of GOAL effectively among all stakeholders. Understands the benefits of continuous learning and takes personal responsibility for professional development. Physical Requirements of this position include: Seldom Cold-50 F or less/Heat- 90 F or more/Gases-Fumes/ Heights/Climbing/ Crawling-Kneeling/ Bending/ Walking on Uneven Surfaces/Chemical-Solvents/ Travel-National or International Over 30 Pounds: Lifting-Lowering-Reaching Over Shoulders-Reaching Forward-Pushing-Pulling-Carrying Occasional Noise/Working Alone/ Local Travel/ Visual Acuity-Far/ Color Discrimination Over 20 Pounds: Lifting-Lowering-Reaching Over Shoulders-Reaching Forward-Pushing-Pulling-Carrying Frequent Driving/ Work with Others/ Visual Acuity-Near/ Hearing/ Speech/ Manual Dexterity/ Eye-Hand Coordination/ Computer/ Mouse/ Copier/ Scanner/ Printer/ Telephone Under 20 Pounds: Lifting-Lowering-Reaching Over Shoulders-Reaching Forward-Pushing-Pulling-Carrying Colorado Public High Schools are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We welcome applications from qualified foreign teachers and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse educational environment. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the school district. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. In compliance with federal and state laws, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Immigration and Nationality Act, we ensure that all employment practices are conducted without discrimination based on citizenship or immigration status. However, as a recipient of federal funding, we must adhere to specific regulations regarding the employment of foreign nationals. Qualifications
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