Orange County Founding Assistant Principal Fellow- Immediate Opening
Rocketship Public SchoolsSan Francisco, California, United States • California, United States
Posted December 9, 2025
102000 - 120000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Rocketship Public Schools is a non-profit network of public elementary charter schools that propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community.
Job Description
We are seeking a Founding Assistant Principal Fellow to join our team in the Bay Area, CA. The Fellow will work in an existing Rocketship school in 2025-2026 before serving as a founding member of our inaugural school in Orange County, CA in 2027-2028. The Fellow will be responsible for developing effective educators, teaching, and building relationships with students and families.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience teaching in an urban city classroom
- Deep knowledge of elementary instruction and planning skills
- Strong leadership skills and personal drive
- Relentless pursuit of high expectations
- Result-oriented and data-driven
- Ability to inspire, motivate and develop others
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Ability to engage and empower parents and families
- Experience in building and maintaining outstanding school culture
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Strategic planning and project management experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experience as a teacher or school leader in Southern California preferred
Benefits
- Excellent health and welfare benefits
- 403b retirement plan
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Generous paid time off