FLACS Principal 2026-2027

Family Life Academy Charter Schools•New York, NY

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the chief executive officer (CEO) and chief operating officer (COO), the principal is the instructional leader of the school and promotes the success and safety of all staff and students. The principal articulates and promotes the FLACS mission, and key design elements that drive the vision for teaching and learning, and caring schools. The principal is an active leader and facilitates the successful implementation of rigorous standards-based FLACS curricula to ensure all students master the state standards and meet the academic goals. The principal creates a consistent and caring school culture focusing on excellence. The principal creates local school procedures and policies and implements network procedures and policies.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Education required.
New York State Certification as a School Building Leader and or New York State Certification as School Building Leader and/or School Administrator and Supervisor (SAS) certificate and/or School District Leader (SDL) certificate and/or School District Administrator (SDA) certificate
Experience as an effective assistant principal or other leadership position
At least five years of successful teaching
NYS fingerprint clearance and background check

Responsibilities

Leads staff, students, and parents in shaping a clear and strategic vision for academic success for all learners including general education, students with disabilities, and English language learners.
Directs the planning, development, organization, coordination, and supervision of strategic leadership for the instructional program and activities; effectively implements charter network-approved curriculum.
Implements a rigorous academic curriculum, receives strong professional development, and works together to improve the school and close the achievement gap.
Coaches, mentors, models, develops and evaluates teachers using the Danielson Framework for Teaching.
Drives a data-driven culture with planning fueled by a rigorous system of assessment and accountability to ensure that the school meets its charter accountability goals.
Creates a shared culture, with traditions and core values focused on excellence
Ensures that the school is safe and orderly.
Ensures that teachers have high expectations for students and that students are provided with the overall skills, knowledge, and experience to succeed academically and socially.
Builds strong family and community ties that establishes and maintains trusting relationships that will enable students, families, and teachers to take risks for success.
Uphold the FLACS’ mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy.
Reflect on their practice and is a lifelong learner who strives to improve instructional effectiveness and guide professional growth.
Engage and collaborate with colleagues and the community to develop and sustain a common culture that supports high expectations for student learning.
Demonstrate strong leadership and organizational capabilities.