Assistant Principal (AMS Prince) 2026-2027

Assistant Principal (K4 Instructional Leadership)

Location: 1557 W Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705 Compensation Range: $67,000 $80,000 annually (DOE), plus bonus opportunities

Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing K8 public charter schools committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education for students in historically underserved communities.

AMS is seeking a passionate and instructional-focused Assistant Principal to support leadership of grades K4 at our Prince campus. The Assistant Principal plays a critical role in driving student achievement through instructional coaching, teacher development, and data-driven decision-making. This role partners closely with the Principal and campus leadership team to ensure strong instructional systems, high expectations, and a structured, achievement-oriented school culture for our elementary students.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a strong background in elementary education and teacher leadership, committed to improving outcomes for students in Title I communities and building a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of rigorous, standards-aligned instruction across K4 classrooms.
• Ensure strong instructional practices in foundational literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide actionable feedback to teachers.
• Promote developmentally appropriate instructional strategies that support student growth and achievement.
• Support intervention and enrichment programs to address diverse student learning needs.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and support to K4 teachers.
• Facilitate professional development aligned with elementary instructional priorities.
• Support teacher evaluation processes and performance management.
• Build teacher capacity through modeling, observation feedback, and collaborative planning.
• Support implementation of effective classroom management and student engagement strategies.
• Analyze student achievement and assessment data to identify trends and instructional priorities.
• Lead or support grade-level data meetings and action planning processes.
• Monitor progress toward literacy and mathematics achievement goals.
• Support the implementation of intervention strategies and progress monitoring systems.
• Maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations learning environment for elementary students.
• Support systems that reinforce student accountability, attendance, engagement, and character development.
• Partner with teachers, interventionists, and support staff to ensure students receive strong academic and behavioral support.
• Foster a positive school culture that promotes student confidence, belonging, and success.
• Partner with the Principal and leadership team to implement school-wide initiatives.
• Support campus operations including testing coordination, scheduling, compliance, and family engagement activities.
• Collaborate with families to strengthen home-school partnerships and student success.
• Participate in leadership meetings and network-wide professional development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful elementary teaching experience, preferably in grades K4.
• Experience working in Title I or high-need school environments.
• Demonstrated teacher leadership experience (e.g., grade-level lead, instructional coach, mentor teacher, department lead, or similar role).
• Experience supporting instructional coaching, teacher development, or classroom supervision.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze student achievement data and support data-driven instruction.
• Knowledge of elementary literacy and mathematics instructional best practices.
• Commitment to serving students in historically underserved communities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or Educational Leadership.
• Arizona Principal Certification or ability to obtain.
• Experience supporting instruction in elementary grades (K4).
• Experience working in charter schools or high-performing school networks.
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred.

Application Requirements (Required)

• Updated Resume (no more than 2 pages with relevant educational experience)
• Letter of Interest
• 90-second video introducing yourself, sharing your leadership vision, outlining your career goals, and explaining why you are ready for this leadership position

If you are unable to upload the video within the application, please email it to: recruitingteam@amsschools.org

Important:

Applications that are missing any required materials will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. Additionally, any AI-generated responses within the application may result in automatic disqualification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Optional vision coverage
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Ongoing leadership development and coaching
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing network

Why Join AMS?

• Mission-driven organization committed to educational equity
• Strong, collaborative leadership culture
• Opportunity to develop and grow as an elementary school leader
• Direct impact on student achievement and teacher development
• Career advancement within a growing charter network

Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!