Assistant Principal of Operations

The RMP Promise

Rocky Mountain Prep is a movement of educators, families, scholars, and advocates committed to changing public education in Colorado by democratizing college access for historically marginalized students and families. We operate twelve college-preparatory schools serving students from early childhood through twelfth grade, and we are fundamentally a world-class learning organization that invests deeply in every educator who joins us. Teachers engage in ongoing coaching and professional development, supported by clear expectations, transparent feedback, and opportunities to strengthen their craft and advance along individualized career pathways grounded in our PEAK values. Rooted in a culture of rigor and love, RMP promises to coach, develop, and champion every team member so they can do their best work and grow as professionals, people, and leaders.

At Rocky Mountain Prep, Assistant Principals of Operations…

Lead the operational execution and systems that make excellent teaching and learning possible every day. Assistant Principals of Operations design, manage, and continuously improve school-wide structures related to attendance, enrollment, facilities, safety, scheduling, and assessment logistics to ensure schools run smoothly and students maximize time in learning. They build and develop high-performing operations teams, establish clear processes for accountability and communication, and use operational data to identify challenges and drive solutions. As key members of the campus leadership team, APOs partner closely with instructional and student services leaders to remove barriers to learning, steward resources responsibly, and ensure strong implementation of campus priorities. Through proactive problem-solving, attention to detail, and deep ownership, they help create safe, joyful, and efficient school environments where staff can focus on instruction and students can thrive.

• Leading the design and execution of daily operational systems that maximize instructional time, including arrival, transitions, supervision, dismissal, and attendance tracking routines.
• Establishing clear and consistent processes for attendance monitoring and follow-up that support strong student persistence and achievement of average daily attendance goals.
• Managing school-wide logistics such as scheduling, materials distribution, space usage, and event coordination to ensure smooth execution of campus priorities.
• Developing efficient operational systems that enable teams to maintain excellence while focusing on the highest-impact initiatives.

• Overseeing student recruitment logistics and enrollment processes to ensure schools meet enrollment targets and maintain strong student retention.
• Building operational structures that strengthen family engagement and support positive scholar and family experiences.
• Maintaining clear communication systems that keep families informed and aligned with school expectations, priorities, and opportunities.

• Ensuring facilities are clean, safe, welcoming, and conducive to strong teaching and learning.
• Leading safety procedures and emergency preparedness systems that protect students, staff, and families.
• Managing supervision systems and campus logistics that reinforce student belonging and support positive school culture.

• Maintaining accurate and accessible scholar and family data systems that support compliance, informed decision-making, and timely responses to student needs.
• Managing school budgets and operational resources to ensure responsible stewardship and alignment to schoolwide priorities.
• Supporting compliance with network, district, and state policies and operational expectations.

• Managing and developing operations staff through regular coaching, clear expectations, and performance feedback that strengthens team effectiveness.
• Building systems that promote accountability, candid communication, and continuous operational improvement.
• Modeling solutions-oriented leadership and deep ownership for the execution of school priorities.

• Serving as a key member of the campus leadership team to align operational systems with instructional and student services priorities.
• Participating actively in leadership meetings, school events, and professional learning to ensure strong execution across the school.
• Partnering proactively with instructional and student services leaders to align operational execution with academic and school culture priorities.

Success in this role is demonstrated through smooth, reliable school operations that maximize instructional time and support strong student engagement. Attendance, enrollment, scheduling, and assessment logistics are executed with consistency and precision, allowing teachers and leaders to focus fully on delivering excellent instruction. Facilities are safe, welcoming, and well-maintained, contributing to joyful and productive learning environments for students and staff. Operations team members show growth in effectiveness through clear expectations, coaching, and continuous improvement systems. Accurate and accessible data support timely decision-making and compliance, while responsible resource management ensures schools remain aligned with budget and strategic priorities. Families experience operational systems as clear, responsive, and supportive of their partnership with the school. Through proactive problem-solving and deep ownership for execution, you help remove barriers to learning and contribute meaningfully to the overall performance and culture of your school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• At least three years of school-based operations experience with demonstrated success improving systems, managing competing priorities, and driving strong execution
• Two to three years of direct people management experience
• Experience engaging effectively with families and community members, ideally in an educational context
• Bilingual in Spanish and English strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement of systems, structures, and procedures
• Successful completion of a background check
• Eligibility to work in the United States (Rocky Mountain Prep participates in E-Verify to confirm identity and employment eligibility)

Salary

Assistant Principal salaries range from $85,000 to $120,000, depending on experience.

Benefits

At Rocky Mountain Prep, taking care of our team is essential to building joyful, academically excellent schools. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off – including vacation, personal, and sick days
• 5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holidays – including Winter and Summer breaks
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of medical coverage for employee-only plans.
• Retirement Through PERA – Public Employees' Retirement Association of Colorado
• Paid Leave of Absence Options – including parental, medical, and disability leave
• Mental Health & Wellness Support – to help you thrive personally and professionally
• Pre-Tax Accounts – flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care accounts, and health savings accounts (HSA)

*A detailed list of benefits is here.

Why RMP?

At Rocky Mountain Prep, you're joining a movement to change what's possible for public education in Colorado. We believe every child’s brilliance deserves a world-class education, and we build schools where rigor and love are the foundation for that promise. Here, you’ll be developed, challenged, and championed as you grow into the educator you aspire to be. If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who believe deeply in kids, this is the place.

Demonstrate Eligibility to Work in the United States

All employees must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States at the time of hire. Rocky Mountain Prep does not sponsor visas at this time. RMP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.

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