Job Description

Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.

A school for gifted learners, The Rhoades School has offered a dynamic educational journey of discovery and exploration for students for over 45 years in the Encinitas, CA area. Our culture of support and academic rigor provides a unique atmosphere for teachers to guide intellectually curious, creative, and eager students in new academic challenges and opportunities. Careers at The Rhoades School include early childhood, elementary, and middle school teaching, before and after school activities, summer camp, and administrative roles with the support of our parent company, Spring Education Group.

What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, including:

• Pay range: $72,000 – $80,000
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• Paid holidays and sick days
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Student Tuition Discount

About the Role
As the Lower School Assistant Principal, you will support the HOS in ensuring the successful operation of the school, fostering a high-quality educational environment, and implementing school policies. You will work collaboratively with faculty, students, and families to maintain a safe, inclusive, and academically rigorous learning experience. This position requires strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills to manage daily school functions while enhancing student learning and staff development.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the HOS in leading the school administration team and overall school operations.
• Support and oversee the implementation of The Rhoades School’s instructional program.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and high-achieving learning environment for students and staff.
• Supervise and evaluate staff, providing constructive feedback and professional development opportunities.
• Monitor student progress and support teachers in implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and the local community.
• Collaborate with the HOS to ensure consistent communication about school issues and solutions.
• Assist with accreditation and compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Support enrollment efforts, including community outreach and marketing initiatives.
• Ensure the school environment is clean, well-maintained, and conducive to learning.
• Collaborate with the HOS on financial and budget management.
• Promote The Rhoades School’s culture of academic excellence and character development.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Educational Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of three years of experience in education administration or leadership.
• Minimum of one year teaching experience required; three years’ teaching experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, inspire, and guide faculty and staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and student-centered learning approaches.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and solve problems efficiently.
• Knowledge of state regulations, accreditation processes, and educational best practices. 
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

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