High School Principal (26-27 SY, NY)

Democracy Prep Public Schools•New York City, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Democracy Prep Public Schools is a network of high-performing public charter schools with a mission to educate responsible citizen-scholars for success in college and a life of active citizenship. The Principal serves as the instructional and cultural leader of the school building, driving scholar outcomes. Reporting to the Deputy Superintendent, the Principal is responsible for setting and executing a vision for academic excellence, building and developing a high-performing team, and fostering a joyful, rigorous school culture.

Requirements

Passionate commitment to the mission of Democracy Prep Public Schools and investment in our vision as an anti-racist organization.
Strong record of driving outstanding student and teacher growth and achievement.
Strong data analysis skills.
Ability to provide high leverage feedback via classroom observations.
Strong communications skills with multiple stakeholders including teachers, students, families, and colleagues.
Strong organizational skills, careful attention to detail and follow-through.
A leader and education reformer with an unwavering commitment to the Democracy Prep mission of college success and authentic civic engagement for all scholars, especially those with significant challenges.
An innate or highly-developed ability to set a vision across an entire school and motivate others towards achieving the vision.
A highly effective leader with a clear track record of raising student achievement in a classroom for at least four years.
A self-reflective and self-aware leader who is dedicated to aligning their school to Democracy Prep's commitment to antiracism and who is eager to use these skills to further a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
An educator who values diverse perspectives and is committed to empowering young people and to lifting up and working alongside communities.
An expert at translating academic standards and state assessment requirements into effective instructional design.
A coach with demonstrated success in building and developing the leadership capacity in others.
An excellent writer and skilled orator – ability to easily connect with students, families, and staff and effectively tailor communication to multiple stakeholder groups.
A data-informed leader, adept at data analysis; ability to extract meaningful insights across school wide data.
A constant learner who is willing to reevaluate one’s understanding based on new information and data.

Nice To Haves

At least 4 years of teaching experience with evidence of outstanding student growth and achievement.
At least 2 years of experience as an instructional leader, Assistant Principal, Dean or equivalent leadership role at a high-performing urban public school.
A graduate of a Bachelor’s degree program (required), Master's degree in related field (preferred).
Experience at a high-performing charter school is highly preferred.
School Building Leader or School District Leader (preferred).

Responsibilities

Provide exemplary leadership to all school community members to achieve outstanding performance.
Develop and communicate strategic school systems, culture, and vision, and build a plan to achieve that vision.
Implement effective assessment systems and use data to inform decisions.
Lead all aspects of curriculum execution and assessment and ensure consistency within the school program and alignment with state and other rigorous standards.
Conduct daily teacher observations and provide real-time feedback to move the needle on student achievement.
Oversee faculty and staff, including evaluation, retention, and dismissal and hold primary responsibility for professional development, staff observations, staff communication, and school decisions.
Lead faculty to ensure that all staff are providing well-managed and rigorous daily lessons.
Foster commitment among staff to the development and fulfillment of the school’s mission and objectives.
Champion equitable access to rigorous learning for every scholar by collaborating with the Special Services Manager to ensure instructional practices reflect the needs outlined in IEPs and special education accommodations.
Analyze academic, instructional, and culture data to identify trends, strengths, and areas for growth on campus.
Develop and execute targeted action plans aligned to campus and network priorities.
Monitor progress and adjust strategies based on outcomes and ongoing data review.
Build a joyful and rigorous school culture.
Foster consistency in academic and behavioral expectations.
Collaborate with school staff to support students’ academic and socio-emotional development.
Communicate regularly with families, ensuring they are kept involved with and held accountable for their scholar’s performance, and correspond about school policies, trips, and events.
Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively.