Friendship Public Charter School · 3 days ago
Resident Principal
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$0/yr - $10K/yr
4+ years expFriendship Public Charter School operates a network of college-preparatory public charter schools, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. They are seeking a Resident Principal to participate in a leadership development program that prepares high-potential school leaders for future Principal roles, focusing on instructional leadership and operational excellence.
EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Drive Toward and Deliver on Results
Drive the mission and guiding principles of Friendship Public Charter School, fostering a positive achievement-focused culture among teachers, staff, and students
Analyze schoolwide and grade-level performance data to identify strengths and areas for improvement, set clear academic and operational goals, and drive targeted actions aligned to school priorities
Contribute to the development and implementation of targeted instructional strategies to improve academic outcomes
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations related to academic and operational standards
Create a Culture of Learning and Growing
Serve as the instructional leader, enabling high-quality teaching and learning through clear instructional vision, consistent observation and feedback, data-driven decision-making, and targeted professional development
Foster a positive, achievement-oriented school culture by modeling continuous learning, setting high expectations for adults and students, and aligning instructional and cultural practices to the school’s mission and guiding principles
Collaborate with staff to cultivate an inclusive, supportive, and inspiring learning environment that actively engages students and families and promotes belonging, growth, and achievement
Build a Thriving Team and Community
Create and sustain an inclusive environment that attracts, develops, and retains diverse, talented individuals, ensuring all staff are supported and positioned to excel in service of student success
Build and sustain an inclusive, high-performing team by leading recruitment, onboarding, and staff development; establishing and upholding shared norms and expectations; and strategically leveraging individual strengths to advance student success
Lead purposeful engagement with parents, families, and community stakeholders to strengthen school culture, support student development, and foster a cohesive, community-centered approach to academic and extracurricular programming
Skillfully Approach Decisions
Navigate communication and decision-making with clarity and purpose, grounding actions in a deep understanding of organizational values, and the needs of students, staff, families, and the broader school community
Collaborate with the leadership team to assess, refine, and adjust schoolwide strategies, making informed instructional, cultural, and operational decisions in complex and evolving environments to advance student outcomes
Demonstrate sound judgment and adaptability in managing competing priorities, navigating ambiguity, and resolving conflicts in service of school goals
Qualification
Required
Experience in the role preferred
Does not have any leadership experience, or
Has external leadership experience, but no leadership experience at Friendship PCS
Commitment to providing a world-class education to students from historically underserved communities, ensuring equal opportunities for all
Minimum 4-5 years of teaching experience with a proven track record of significant academic gains (urban school setting strongly preferred)
Proven leadership in supporting instructional excellence of other educators through mentorship, professional development, coaching or instructional planning
Bachelor's degree in Education from an accredited university
Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and above required
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
Solid experience in analyzing student data
A passion for educational excellence, data-driven instruction, and a personal commitment to accountability for results
Strong oral and written communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Strong classroom educators and teacher leaders who do not meet all of the qualifications above but can demonstrate excellence in student outcomes are encouraged to apply and may be considered for a leader residency program
Company
Friendship Public Charter School
FPCS provides an education that motivates students in pre-K through 12th grade to achieve high academic standards, enjoys learning.
Founded in 1997Washington, District of Columbia, USA
1001-5000 employees
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Patricia A. Brantley
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