Assistant Principal of Academics, ODea HS Seattle at Archdiocese of Seattle Catholic Schools

Position Type:- AdministrationDate Posted:12/12/2025Location:ODea SeattleJOB DESCRIPTION Title: Assistant Principal of Academics Reports To: Principal FTE: 1.0 Full-Time 200 Days Annually About ODea High School ODea High School is a Seattle Archdiocesan Catholic school whose mission is to educate young men and prepare them to be men of character faith and service. ODea High School provides young men with a Catholic college preparatory the spirit and tradition of an Edmund Rice Christian Brothers education ODeas diverse single-gender learning environment lays a rich foundation for the academic and social development of our students. Position Summary This position assists the principal and in alignment with ODeas Catholic identity provides leadership around faculty growth and performance efforts to increase access to instruction for all students curriculum evaluation and implementation course offerings and data-driven decision-making as a member of the administrative team. The person will also oversee the professional development of faculty lead the accreditation process and be a collaborative member of the school community to support the success of ODea High School faculty students and families. This position is a member of the administrative team. Responsibilities and Activities 1. Supervise Faculty and Related Staff (50% of time) a. In concert with the principal ensure appropriate faculty including substitute teachers are hired and onboarded in a timely manner to meet school needs. b. Lead onboarding process by collaborating with other stakeholders to train and mentor new faculty. c. In concert with the principal set standards for faculty expectations and communicate and enforce them effectively. d. Supervise and evaluate faculty instructional practices and growth through regular classroom visits goal setting conferences and other means to provide regular documented feedback on performance. e. In concert with the principal take appropriate steps with faculty who do not meet performance expectations or engage in misconduct. This could include documented performance improvement plans or disciplinary action. f. Ensure faculty and staff are credentialed and receiving appropriate levels of professional development. g. Coordinate and design professional development opportunities for faculty in collaboration with the Instructional Council. h. Monitor and ensure grades are updated and regularly. 2. Lead Curriculum Development and Implementation (20% of time) a. Research current and future educational trends. b. Approve syllabi and textbook changes in consultation with faculty. c. Assume responsibility for ongoing evaluation of ODeas curriculum to ensure alignment and relevance. d. Collaborate with Digital Strategy team to ensure technology tools are available and appropriately incorporated into instruction. e. Manage the Instructional Council (department chairs) to plan and organize professional development for faculty put forward policy recommendations to administration provide feedback and recommendations on calendars and bell schedules propose new courses support the registration process collect and analyze data and align curriculum vertically across grade levels. f. Work with faculty and counselors to evaluate course offerings and course registration process. 3. Supervise and Develop Educational Support Program (15% of time) a. Collaborate with the Admissions Team to review and evaluate files with the Educational Support Team to provide recommendations on student applications. b. Oversee the Educational Support Program (ESP) to build out systems of supports including interventions course offerings plan development College Board compliance and professional development for faculty. c. Ensure compliance withinthe ESP team where all students who require a plan have an up to date and properly distributed plan in place. d. Work with families and ESP faculty to support families in accessing available community supports. e. Work with faculty and staff to offer professional development aimed at better understanding and serving students with a range of neurodiversity. 4. Collaborate with School and Community Partners (10% of time) a. Lead the accreditation process collectively as part of the administrative team to drive day-to-day activities and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the school. c. Communicate with families regarding concerns about curriculum faculty or other issues. d. Collaborate with faculty and Administrative Team to engage families in Family Conferences regular communications and engagement events. e. Assist in monitoring fiscal resources by taking part in the budgeting process and overseeing spending throughout the course of the academicyear. f. Manage relationships with outside partners such as Seattle University and other entities to further academic development. g. Participate in Office for Catholic Schools cohorts for administrators. h. Ensure proper reporting completed with OSPI WA State Board of Ed and OCS to ensure school compliance. i. Partner with Seattle Public Schools contact to manage and disperse Title monies allocated to ODea for resource upgrades and professional development. 5. Other (5% of time) a. Student supervision as assigned during the school day and at events outside of the school day. b. Consult with colleagues locally and nationally through membership in professional organizations. c. Participate in professional development opportunities to further your growth as a leader. d. Perform additional duties as needed for proper school operations. Experience Skills and Competencies 1. Education: Minimum of a masters degree in education 2. Credentials: Valid WA State Administrator Certificate 3. Experience: Minimum three years of experience in a similar role. Background and experience in Catholic education is preferred but not required. 4. General Skills: Strong interpersonal skills ability to lead and work within teams organizational skills ability to prioritize workload ability to build student relationships content knowledge of high school academics and ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with families students and staff. 5. Technology Skills: Experience with Microsoft Suite including Teams OneNote Excel and Word. Compensation 1. Salary: Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity internal salary ranges market data applicants skills and prior relevant experience degrees and certifications. The Assistant Principal works a 200-day calendar and thesalary ranges from $128000 - $160000 per year depending on experience and level of education. 2. Benefits: A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including medical plan options dental vision life accidental death and disability long term disability pension 403(b) HSA FSA and generous sick leave vacation and holidays. The above statements describe the position as it exists now. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required in this position. It may be redesigned or reorganized at management discretion at any time. Please apply directly through Applitrack on the Archdiocese of Seattle we are a Catholic school ODea welcomes people of all faiths and creeds. Questions: Please contact Jim Walker principal at Required Experience:Staff IC Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Teacher Coaching,Algebra,Classroom Experience,Data Collection,Education Administration,Special Education,Teaching,Administrative Experience,Budgeting,Cordova,Leadership Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Department / Functional Area: Administration Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 128000 - 160000