Assistant Principal (2027-2028)

Zeta Charter Schools • New York City, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Follow your passion Are you ready to help build the next chapter of educational excellence? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission. Zeta serves students across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens and continues to grow our Pre-K through 12th grade network at an ambitious pace. This year alone, we opened our first high school, added another elementary school in Queens, and launched two additional middle schools in the Bronx. And we are not slowing down. We have big plans to continue growing each year so that more children have access to an excellent education. Joining Zeta means joining a team that is actively building the next generation of our school network and serving as a change agent for children.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in the Assistant Principal role, leading instructional teams and using data to drive excellent student outcomes
• A minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience
• A deep understanding of effective instruction and what it takes to achieve excellence in every classroom
• Experience using student work, assessment data, and classroom observations to identify gaps, coach instructional teams to adjust instruction, and drive 90%+ of students to grade level mastery by end-of-year
• A proven ability to develop people, build high-performing teams, and inspire others toward ambitious goals
• Strong judgment and the ability to navigate complex challenges with clarity, urgency, and solutions-oriented thinking, in partnership with your Principal
• High expectations for yourself and others, paired with deep ownership of your team’s performance and students’ success
• Work authorization is required. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Build a joyful, safe, and intellectually rigorous school culture that unites leaders, teachers, staff, students, and families around a shared vision of excellence.
• Foster authentic and trusting relationships with staff, students, and families, creating a strong foundation for collaboration, belonging, and student success.
• Uphold and model the highest standards of instructional excellence, ensuring strong content knowledge, purposeful planning, and high-quality implementation across classrooms.
• Lead academic outcomes using a data-driven, results-oriented approach, monitoring progress across grade levels and content areas to ensure all students meet ambitious goals.
• Coach, develop, and inspire teaching teams to deliver exceptional instruction, strong social-emotional learning, and effective classroom culture and management.
• Analyze academic, cultural, and behavioral data across teaching teams, identifying trends and executing strategic action plans that leverage school leaders, teachers, and families to accelerate student growth.
• Model a culture of problem-solving, ownership, and unwavering commitment to student achievement, setting the tone for excellence within the school leadership team.
• Contribute as a key member of the school’s leadership team, shaping systems, routines, and structures that drive high-quality execution and long-term success.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
• 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
• Relocation support to help eligible candidates make the move to New York City
• Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses – from gym memberships to salon appointments, concerts, and more
• Four live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and a free Headspace subscription
• MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone
• Fully stocked team spaces with snacks and quality coffee to keep you fueled throughout the day
• Books and resources for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level