Principal, Promise Academy Charter School - New York, United States - Harlem Children's Zone
Description
Principal, Promise Academy Charter School
Job Category: Education
Requisition Number: PRINC002573
Posting Details
Full-Time
LocationsShowing 1 location
New York, NY 10037, USA
Job Details
Description
Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) Promise Academy – a top-performing K-12 charter school within HCZ's cradle-to-career pathway of comprehensive services – seeks a Principal to join our Promise Academy Charter School team
The Principal will bring a passion for the mission of HCZ Promise Academy: to get all our scholars to and through college. The ideal candidate cares deeply about children, respects the culture of Harlem's residents, and is eager to make an impact in Harlem and beyond.
The Principal will serve as the instructional leader, responsible for managing policies, regulations, and procedures to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe learning environment that meets the approved curricula and mission of the school. The Principal is responsible for ensuring both teaching and administrative staff are properly advised in curriculum development, use of materials and equipment, and implementation of state and federal programs and procedures to foster a productive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the mission of HCZ Promise Academy, a demonstrated track record of success moving students and using data to inform the big picture, and an understanding and respect for the families and community of Central Harlem. This role serves as a member of HCZ's senior leadership team and reports to the Deputy Superintendent of Promise Academy Charter Schools.
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Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree with 5 years of experience is required; must have at least 3 years of experience in an administrative/leadership capacity
Must have a valid New York State School Building Leader (SBL) or School District Leader (SDL) certification
Who you are
Must be able to demonstrate successful teaching experience and/or administrative experience
Extensive coursework experience in curriculum development
Excellent oral and written communication skills
What you'll do
Serve as the school educational leader who oversees curriculum development and implementation of state and federal programs and procedures
Establish and promote practices that ensure the school's academic standards are rigorous, transparent, measurable, and aligned with NY State Learning Standards
Interpret and enforce provisions of state education codes, rules, and regulations of state education boards
Manage, evaluate, and supervise effective and transparent procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the mission and values of HCZ
Participate in training programs and conferences dealing with new classroom procedures, instructional materials and equipment, and teaching aides
Oversee professional development activities
Monitor the coordination and articulation of the school's curriculum and instruction across and between grade levels
Work with administrators and teaching staff to develop and implement curriculum and instruction
Develop effective internal assessment systems and tools
Consistently review and interpret data related to student performance and achievement
Design and implement the school schedule
Observe teachers and meet with them to provide feedback as necessary
Consult with administrators regarding instructional resources and needs
Research, evaluate, and improve curricula, instructional methods, and materials for school systems
Attend teacher meetings, support teachers, and facilitate positive staff dynamics
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
Perform other duties as assigned
Schedule
Monday-Friday
Benefits
As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive. We offer highly competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth.
Our exceptional benefits include:
Highly competitive base salaries
No cost health insurance
Annual performance bonuses
Deferred bonus programs
Paid time off
Employee referral bonus
Life Insurance
Short-and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness perks
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more)
The salary for this position is $170,000-$180,000 per year. To be considered, interested applicants can apply directly through the post. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone is an EOE.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)
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