Assistant Principal of Instruction (2025-2026)
San Antonio, Texas
2. Leadership Roles /
Full-Time /
On-site
About Promesa Academy Charter School:
Promesa Academy Charter School is committed to providing a nurturing and challenging educational environment where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our mission is that Through rigorous and engaging academics, high-quality instruction, and a commitment to excellence in all that we do, Promesa Academy Charter School ensures every kindergarten through fifth grade student has the skills and knowledge for middle and high school success, college graduation, and a life filled with opportunity.
Position Overview
The Assistant Principal of Instruction (API) is a dynamic school leader focused on improving instructional quality and student achievement. This role works in close partnership with the Principal to lead teacher development, implement high-leverage academic systems, and maintain a strong, values-based school culture. The API is a key driver of academic excellence and a pipeline leader for future school leadership roles.
Instructional Leadership
- Lead teacher coaching cycles, classroom walkthroughs, and data analysis to ensure high-quality Tier 1 instruction.
- Oversee lesson internalization, instructional planning, and aligned use of curriculum.
- Guide teachers in setting student achievement goals and support them in reaching benchmarks.
Teacher Coaching & Development
- Manage and develop a portfolio of teachers, with weekly 1:1 coaching and feedback.
- Lead professional development sessions that support Promesa's instructional priorities.
- Identify and grow teacher leaders through leadership pipelines and succession planning.
Data-Driven Culture
- Lead interim assessment planning, analysis, and re-teach plans.
- Drive RTI/MTSS systems in collaboration with academic interventionists.
- Support teams in identifying and closing academic gaps through intentional data use.
Culture & Operations Support
- Uphold and reinforce school-wide expectations, routines, and systems.
- Actively monitor school culture data (referrals, attendance, SEL concerns) and lead responsive action.
- Serve as point person for instructional operations (assessment calendar, walkthrough schedules, etc.).
Performance Goals
- Academic Growth: 80% % of students meeting/exceeding growth on state assessments.
- Student Achievement: 60% on grade level in Reading/Math
- 90% Teacher Retention
- 95% Student Retention
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's in Education or School Leadership preferred
- 3+ years of successful K-8 classroom experience
- Experience coaching teachers or leading grade-level/content teams
- Deep knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices
- Passion for educational equity, student success, and culturally responsive pedagogy
$70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Competitive salary aligned with experience and qualifications - Health, vision, dental insurance
- Retirement plan options
- Paid time off aligned to school calendar
- Year-round professional development and leadership growth opportunities
Promesa Academy is more than a school, it is a community built on love, leadership, and learning. As Assistant Principal of Instruction, you will be a cornerstone of our academic strategy and a champion for both teachers and students. Join us in reimagining what school can be.
Promesa Academy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.
