Principal at Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter School
Job Summary
Job Summary
Wilder's Prep seeks innovators and changemakers to lead our schools! We are changing the narrative for Black and Brown students' school success as recently highlighted in EdSource, the preeminent multimedia education news organization in California. Located in Inglewood, CA, WPACS has been a leader in the city's renaissance. No longer a best-kept secret in K-8 public education, Wilder's Prep has been amassing accolades that are making others take notice. Our success is evident in multiple honors. We are a National Blue Ribbon School and a California Department of Education Pivotal Practice School. Most recently, State Superintendent Tony Thurman recognized Wilder's Prep as a California Distinguished School! Along with our recipe for student success, is our recipe for career success: - Competitive Salary • Outstanding School Community and Culture • Culturally Relevant Leadership • Innovative Instructional and Operational Practices • Engaged Families and Community • Confident and Stellar Students
Requirements / Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or higher preferred) • Valid Teaching Credential • Administrative Services Credential (required) • A track record of elevating student achievement in an urban school setting, with a strong understanding of pedagogy that drives results • Demonstrated success using data to drive instruction • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent communication skills (written and oral) • Effective organization skills • Other experience: - Four years of related teaching experience - Two years of instructional coaching, lesson and instructional unit planning, and/or teacher training - Emphasis on curriculum and Instruction - Two years of administrative experience Required documents after initial acceptance of position: • Copy of TB Test - Live Scan • Copy of CPR/First Aide Certificate • Copy of Up to Date COVID-19 Vaccination Card • Copy of college transcript or Degree certificate
Interested qualified candidates should submit a letter of intent, a resume, and three letters of recommendation to: employment@wpacs.org In the subject enter "Attention: Hiring Committee"
Requirements / Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or higher preferred) • Valid Teaching Credential • Administrative Services Credential (required) • A track record of elevating student achievement in an urban school setting, with a strong understanding of pedagogy that drives results • Demonstrated success using data to drive instruction • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent communication skills (written and oral) • Effective organization skills • Other experience: - Four years of related teaching experience - Two years of instructional coaching, lesson and instructional unit planning, and/or teacher training - Emphasis on curriculum and Instruction - Two years of administrative experience Required documents after initial acceptance of position: • Copy of TB Test - Live Scan • Copy of CPR/First Aide Certificate • Copy of Up to Date COVID-19 Vaccination Card • Copy of college transcript or Degree certificate
Interested qualified candidates should submit a letter of intent, a resume, and three letters of recommendation to: employment@wpacs.org In the subject enter "Attention: Hiring Committee"
Comments and Other Information
Wilder’s Preparatory Academy Charter School was co-founded by Raymond and Carolyn Wilder in 2003. For 20 years we have exemplified the Wilder's vision for excellence in education. A kindergarten through eighth-grade independent charter school, Wilder’s Prep upholds the philosophy that ALL students can learn. The administration, faculty, and staff are committed to providing a high-quality education that meets students' learning needs. Each and every student has multiple advocates who consider our students' unique gifts and talents. At Wilder's, we build the future!
Wilder’s has a track record of outstanding student achievement. We are recognized for our students’ top performance on standardized assessments. Seventy-two percent of our budding scholars at the elementary level meet or exceed the ELA standards while 51% meet or exceed the standards in Mathematics. Of our developing middle school scholars, 81% meet or exceed the standards in ELA and 47% do so in Mathematics.
Wilder’s Preparatory Academy Charter School ranked #1 out of 279 other top schools throughout Los Angeles County that are also closing the achievement gap for African American and Latino students. The list of schools is published in 2019 study, Top Los Angeles County Public Schools for Underserved Students, by Innovate Public Schools in collaboration with the University of Southern California (USC) Sol Price Center for Social Innovation and the Rossier School of Education. Most recently, EdSource identified Wilder's prep as “the top performing school among predominantly Black schools in the state”.
Join Wilder’s Preparatory Academy Charter School's Winning Team!
Comments and Other Information
Wilder’s Preparatory Academy Charter School was co-founded by Raymond and Carolyn Wilder in 2003. For 20 years we have exemplified the Wilder's vision for excellence in education. A kindergarten through eighth-grade independent charter school, Wilder’s Prep upholds the philosophy that ALL students can learn. The administration, faculty, and staff are committed to providing a high-quality education that meets students' learning needs. Each and every student has multiple advocates who consider our students' unique gifts and talents. At Wilder's, we build the future!
Wilder’s has a track record of outstanding student achievement. We are recognized for our students’ top performance on standardized assessments. Seventy-two percent of our budding scholars at the elementary level meet or exceed the ELA standards while 51% meet or exceed the standards in Mathematics. Of our developing middle school scholars, 81% meet or exceed the standards in ELA and 47% do so in Mathematics.
Wilder’s Preparatory Academy Charter School ranked #1 out of 279 other top schools throughout Los Angeles County that are also closing the achievement gap for African American and Latino students. The list of schools is published in 2019 study, Top Los Angeles County Public Schools for Underserved Students, by Innovate Public Schools in collaboration with the University of Southern California (USC) Sol Price Center for Social Innovation and the Rossier School of Education. Most recently, EdSource identified Wilder's prep as “the top performing school among predominantly Black schools in the state”.
Join Wilder’s Preparatory Academy Charter School's Winning Team!