School Site Lead - 2026-2027 School Year

New Story Schools • Groveport, OH

13h

About The Position

We believe every learner deserves a safe place to grow. At New Story Schools, teams unite academics and therapeutic supports to help students ages 5–21 build skills for life. If collaboration, compassion, and data-informed practice drive you, join us. As a School Site Lead at New Story Schools, you will serve as the driving force behind your school's success. You will guide teams to deliver consistent, high-quality instruction and behavioral support. Your leadership will directly impact student growth, staff development, and overall school culture. The School Site Lead plays a critical role in creating a safe, structured, and high-quality learning environment for students with diverse needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of five years of experience in special education or direct student services
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including the ability to supervise, coach, and develop staff
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and reliability in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Knowledge of behavior science principles and evidence-based special education practices
• Experience serving as a school principal or in a comparable leadership role within a similar educational environment

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop staff using behavior science principles
• Oversee daily school operations, ensuring alignment with program model and compliance requirements
• Support high-quality implementation of student programming and special education services
• Serve as the primary liaison between New Story Schools and district leadership, ensuring clear communication, strong partnership, and alignment with district expectations and agreements
• Monitor and support the overall health of the district partnership, proactively addressing concerns, and ensuring a positive and collaborative experience
• Build and maintain effective relationships with families and outside professionals
• Manage school facility, property, and overall safety standards
• Model professionalism, follow policies, implement feedback, and attend required meetings
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality and completing assigned duties

Benefits

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees