Zeta Charter Schools · 1 month ago
Assistant Principal (2026-2027, Founding Flushing K-1 School)
Zeta Charter Schools is dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering a love for learning. They are seeking an Assistant Principal for their new Flushing Elementary School, who will lead the school culture, drive academic outcomes, and support staff and student success through effective team collaboration and innovative strategies.
Education
Responsibilities
Build a joyful, safe, and intellectually rigorous school culture that unites leaders, teachers, staff, students, and families around a shared vision of excellence
Foster authentic and trusting relationships with staff, students, and families, creating a strong foundation for collaboration, belonging, and student success
Uphold and model the highest standards of instructional excellence, ensuring strong content knowledge, purposeful planning, and high-quality implementation across classrooms
Lead academic outcomes using a data-driven, results-oriented approach, monitoring progress across grade levels and content areas to ensure all students meet ambitious goals
Coach, develop, and inspire teaching teams to deliver exceptional instruction, strong social-emotional learning, and effective classroom culture and management
Analyze academic, cultural, and behavioral data across teaching teams, identifying trends and executing strategic action plans that leverage school leaders, teachers, and families to accelerate student growth
Model a culture of problem-solving, ownership, and unwavering commitment to student achievement, setting the tone for excellence within the school leadership team
Contribute as a key member of the school’s leadership team, shaping systems, routines, and structures that drive high-quality execution and long-term success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
3 or more years of experience teaching and leading teams to excellent student outcomes
Passion for team's success and continual improvement
Preferred
Mandarin-speaking applicants
Benefits
Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it’s up to you!)
4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and free Headspace subscription
MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone
Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC’s finest sweet treats
Books for professional development
Clear pathway to professional growth
Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming
Company
Zeta Charter Schools
Zeta Schools builds and sustains high-performing schools that providing quality education to students.
Funding
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