[26-27] Charleston, SC Regional Superintendent/Principal

Movement Foundation•Charleston, SC

7d•$150,000

About The Position

OUR MISSION Movement Schools is a growing network of free, public charter schools. We exist to love and value scholars and communities by leading a movement of excellence in education. In partnership with our families, we equip our scholars with the tools to close generational gaps through self-efficacy, access to world-class instruction, and financial education. About This Role Lead With Vision. Build Culture. Change Lives. At Movement Schools, we believe every scholar deserves a joyful, rigorous, and deeply supportive learning environment. We are seeking an exceptional, senior instructional leader to serve as Regional Superintendent/Principal, leading a campus while also driving instructional excellence and leader development aligned to Movement’s broader network vision. This role is ideal for a systems-minded instructional leader who believes deeply in equity, excellence, and the power of strong school culture. As Regional Superintendent/Principal, you will serve as the primary instructional and operational leader of the school, while also supporting network-aligned academic initiatives, developing instructional leaders, and modeling Movement’s approach to joyful, high-performing schools. If you are a mission-driven leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, leads with clarity and empathy, and is committed to developing both students and adults, we invite you to apply.

Requirements

Believe all scholars can achieve at high levels and act with urgency on their behalf
Are a strong instructional leader with a proven ability to develop adults
Lead with clarity, empathy, consistency, and decisiveness
Are reflective, coachable, and committed to continuous growth
Thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments
Build trust through clear, respectful, and consistent communication
Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred)
Valid state administrative or principal certification (or eligibility)
Minimum of five (5) years of successful school leadership experience
Prior teaching experience
Demonstrated, multi-year success improving student outcomes, particularly in underserved communities
Commitment to Movement Schools’ mission and values

Nice To Haves

Experience in charter or choice-based school settings
Experience serving in a dual-role or expanded-scope leadership position
Strong background in data-driven instruction and instructional coaching
Experience mentoring or developing school leaders

Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership & Academic Program Management Set and execute a clear vision for teaching, learning, and scholar achievement
Use data, classroom observations, and coaching to continuously improve instruction, curriculum implementation, assessment practices, and school culture
Ensure high-quality special education programming in partnership with internal and external providers
Monitor academic progress and lead targeted interventions to drive continuous improvement School Culture & Community Engagement
Foster a positive, safe, joyful, and structured learning environment grounded in high expectations
Build strong, trusting relationships with scholars, families, and staff
Partner with families to create meaningful home–school connections
Serve as the primary ambassador of the school within the community Development of Teachers, Principals, and Instructional Leaders
Build, coach, evaluate, and retain a high-performing team of teachers and school leaders
Provide frequent, actionable feedback to instructional leaders and teachers
Plan and lead summer and school-year professional development aligned to Movement’s instructional priorities
Recruit, hire, and onboard teachers and school-based staff
Contribute to the development of Movement’s future leadership pipeline by mentoring emerging leaders Network-Aligned Leadership & Superintendent-Level Responsibilities
Lead the implementation of Movement Schools’ mission, vision, and academic priorities across assigned campuses
Partner closely with the CEO and network leadership to shape and execute regional strategy, instructional priorities, and school improvement initiatives
Design, lead, and facilitate network-wide professional development for principals and school leadership teams, ensuring alignment to Movement’s instructional frameworks and leadership expectations
Coach and support principals to strengthen instructional leadership, people management, school culture, and operational effectiveness
Ensure compliance with state, federal, and charter-authorizer requirements across schools in the region
Monitor academic performance, culture, and operational health, using data to drive continuous improvement and accountability
Foster a strong “one network” culture by promoting collaboration, shared learning, and consistency across Movement schools
Lead and support board relations by preparing regional updates, academic and operational data, and presentations; represent the region in board meetings as needed and serve as a key liaison between schools and governance
Share best practices and scale effective strategies to support instructional coherence and long-term sustainability across the network Operations, Finance & Compliance
Oversee school operations, schedules, staffing, and resource allocation
Ensure the school budget aligns to instructional priorities and organizational goals
Make sound instructional and fiscal recommendations and decisions
Oversee facilities to ensure a safe, efficient, and welcoming learning environment
Ensure funds and resources are used prudently and with accountability