SY 26-27 Principal

Girls Global Academy • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Girls Global Academy (GGA) is a small, mission-driven public charter high school committed to empowering young women in Washington, D.C. through a college-preparatory, globally focused education grounded in the International Baccalaureate Career Program (IBCP). GGA’s culture is built on the pillars of sisterhood, scholarship, service, and safety.

The Principal is GGA’s senior on-site academic leader. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Principal is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the school — overseeing instruction, managing staff, ensuring a safe and equitable learning environment, and serving as the primary point of accountability for student achievement and school culture. The ideal candidate is a proven instructional leader who combines deep pedagogical expertise with the entrepreneurial mindset required to thrive in a growing, startup-stage school environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Initial Administrative Service Credential with the ability to obtain your Standard Administrative Services Credential within three months
• Minimum 5 years of urban classroom teaching experience with a demonstrated record of high student achievement.
• Minimum 3 years of instructional leadership or school leadership experience in an urban school setting.
• Minimum 3 years of instructional coaching experience, including formal observation and structured feedback cycles.
• Demonstrated experience leading school-based data teams: analyzing student performance data, producing actionable reports, and translating findings into instructional strategy.
• Experience leading curriculum development and supporting adults in designing and implementing rigorous academic programs.
• Proven success in designing and delivering staff professional development in large group, small group, and one-on-one settings.
• Experience with assessment data collection, disaggregation, and analysis to close achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Experience operating in a startup, launch-phase, or growth-stage school environment; demonstrated comfort with ambiguity, barrier removal, and entrepreneurial problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.
• Strong organizational skills and consistent ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, particularly the Career-Related Programme (IBCP).
• Experience leading or supporting Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.
• Experience in single-gender or girls’ education environments.
• Knowledge of DC charter school policies, OSSE compliance requirements, and DCPSCSB regulations.
• Experience with restorative practices, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS/PBS), and trauma-informed approaches.

Responsibilities

• School Leadership, Mission & Vision
• Academic Program: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
• Staff Management & Instructional Coaching
• School Culture & Student Support
• Family & Community Engagement
• Professional Learning Plan

Benefits

• Personalized professional development tailored to your needs as an educator
• Support and coaching from an experienced leadership team
• A seat at the table where you are a decision maker in an equitable and inclusive environment
• Work-life rhythm where you are encouraged to make self care a priority

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees