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From the employer's careers site First seen 4 Nov 2026

Assistant Principal of Instruction - 2027/2028 School Year

Mastery Schools Camden, NJ On-site senior full-time

Salary

$108,200 to $137,025 per year

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Description

Mastery Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal of Instruction to inspire educators and empower students to reach their highest potential. The successful candidate will develop and supervise a talented team of teachers, offer guidance and support to enhance their teaching effectiveness and professional growth, and coordinate assessments to monitor students' academic performance.

Responsibilities:

  • Drive and support implementation of Mastery Schools' vision and guiding principles
  • Lead and supervise a high-functioning team of educators focused on driving superior academic performance
  • Supervise teachers' instructional methods, evaluate lesson plans, provide weekly observations and professional development opportunities
  • Identify students who could benefit from additional support and guide them toward supplemental educational services
  • Engage parents and other community members in school activities
  • Support the Principal in ensuring effective collection and analysis of student performance data
  • Manage various administration functions, including testing schedules and absenteeism needs for teachers

Qualifications:

  • Superior grasp of effective instructional and behavioral methods and strategies for educating urban youth
  • Strong people and project management ability
  • Interest in providing only the highest quality educational experience for students and their families
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly-changing environment
  • Ability to leverage computer software programs and other technology to support the learning environment

Education and Experience:

  • Minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated success in the classroom, preferably within an urban school setting
  • Master's Degree required
  • NJ certification completed or in process
  • Experience in and/or understanding of the public school system or charter schools is desirable

Salary and Bonus Information:

  • New-to-Mastery Assistant Principals can expect a starting salary between $108,200 and $125,350
  • The full salary range for this role is $108,200 to $137,025

Benefits:

  • 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees
  • Enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program
  • Mental health and counseling programs
  • Annual Professional Development Fund
  • Discounts and perks at various retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and more

Skills

Required

  • effective instructional methods
  • behavioral strategies
  • project management
  • computer software programs

Nice to have

  • public school system
  • charter schools
  • urban education

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://jobs.lever.co/masterycharter/6cc0d55b-64e5-4587-a9e1-9accfeccbd67

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