Manhattan Charter Schools for the Curious Minds · 11 hours ago
Principal
NY, New York United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expManhattan Charter Schools are two high-performing charter schools located on the Lower East Side in New York City, committed to providing every child with the tools and support necessary for success. The Elementary School Principal will serve as the instructional and operational leader, responsible for managing staff, overseeing daily operations, and fostering relationships with families to ensure academic excellence.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Lead the development and implementation of high-quality curriculum and instructional practices that align with state standards and school goals
Analyze student achievement data and use it to inform instructional decisions, interventions, and professional development
Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development to teachers and staff to ensure effective instructional practices
Foster a culture of high expectations, continuous improvement, and accountability for staff and students
Oversee the daily operations of the school, including scheduling, student enrollment, and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
Manage the school budget and resources effectively to ensure alignment with priorities and financial sustainability
Ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained physical environment that supports learning
Promote a school culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and supports the social-emotional well-being of all students
Build strong partnerships with families, engaging them as active participants in their children’s education
Address student behavior with a trauma-informed, restorative approach that prioritizes growth and accountability
Recruit, hire, develop, and retain high-performing staff members who are committed to the school’s mission and vision
Build a collaborative and supportive team culture focused on achieving ambitious outcomes for students
Conduct evaluations of staff performance and provide actionable feedback aligned with professional growth
Ensure the school adheres to all charter authorizer requirements, including reporting, compliance, and accountability metrics
Lead preparations for authorizer site visits, audits, and other evaluations
Stay current with all state and federal education policies to ensure full compliance
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Education, School Administration, or a related field
State certification as a School Building Leader (SBL) or equivalent (as required)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in education, including teaching and school leadership roles
Demonstrated success in improving student achievement and teacher effectiveness
Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum, instructional strategies, and data-driven decision-making
Preferred
Experience working in a charter school or urban school setting
Company
Manhattan Charter Schools for the Curious Minds
MCS provides students a rigorous curriculum of core subjects to help ensure high levels of academic achievement.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase