Manhattan Charter Schools for the Curious Minds · 3 months ago
Principal (Special Populations, Student Support, and Culture)
NY, New York United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expManhattan Charter Schools is a high-performing charter school organization located in New York City. The Principal for Special Populations, Student Support, and Culture is responsible for leading programs that ensure equity and access for diverse learners, overseeing compliance and staff development related to special education and student support.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Oversee compliance and programming for all students with disabilities, English language learners, and other specialized populations
Supervise the development and implementation of IEPs, 504 plans, and ENL programs in compliance with federal, state, and local laws
Lead progress monitoring, parent engagement, and staff training related to specialized instruction and intervention
Manage relationships with outside agencies and service providers
Lead the implementation of the network-wide behavior systems, discipline policies, and restorative practices
Oversee implementation of the school’s social-emotional learning (SEL) and positive behavior supports (PBIS)
Ensure that the school culture is inclusive, safe, and conducive to learning for all students
Serve as the primary contact for family engagement and community partnerships around student well-being
Monitor behavioral data to identify trends and support proactive interventions
Train staff on classroom management, trauma-informed practice, and de-escalation strategies
Lead crisis response and behavioral support teams
Serve as the primary lead for overall school operations, including scheduling, facilities, and compliance
Oversee the school’s calendar, assessment systems, and instructional technology
Oversee compliance with academic reporting, accountability frameworks, and state/federal education requirements
Collaborate with the Academic Principal to ensure school-wide operational consistency and compliance
Manage staffing, scheduling, and professional learning for special populations and student support teams
Partner with the Academic Principal to align academic and behavioral interventions
Coordinate with counselors, social workers, and other student support staff to provide wraparound services
Engage families in problem-solving, goal-setting, and progress updates for students requiring behavioral or special education support
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Education, Special Education, or Educational Leadership
Certification in School Building Leadership or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of experience in special education and/or student services administration
In-depth knowledge of IDEA, ADA, ESSA, and other federal/state regulations
Strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices
Preferred
Doctorate
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
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