Concept Schools · 1 day ago
Elementary School Principal at Horizon Science Academy Cedar Rapids (Expected Spring 2026)
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveConcept Schools is a high-performing charter management organization committed to providing rigorous, STEM-focused education in underserved communities. The School Principal for a startup-year campus leads the planning, opening, and first year of operations, focusing on establishing an instructional vision, building systems, and ensuring academic excellence.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Establishing the instructional vision
Building all systems, structures, and teams
Creating a positive, inclusive culture
Managing startup operations and community engagement
Ensuring academic excellence and compliance
Collaborate with Concept Schools’ Operations and Facilities teams
Participate in on-site readiness tasks
Problem-solve startup-related issues
Ensure operational structures meet CMO standards
Partner with Superintendent and Treasurer to manage budget
Maintain strict fiscal oversight
Coordinate grants and financial reporting
Lead outreach to meet enrollment targets
Organize family events and community engagement
Use Concept Schools recruitment tools and branding
Recruit and onboard founding staff
Facilitate induction and PD aligned with curriculum and culture
Establish collaborative structures (PLCs, coaching cycles)
Build a strong, mission-aligned culture from day one
Implement routines, rituals, and SEL supports
Model transformational leadership through collaboration and empowerment
Promote high expectations for achievement and character
Implement research-based instructional practices
Conduct observations, coaching, and feedback cycles
Analyze NWEA/MAP and state assessment data
Monitor SIP goals and adjust strategies
Build teacher leadership capacity
Supervise and evaluate teachers and staff
Provide coaching and feedback
Foster collaboration and continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with evaluation frameworks
Implement district, state, federal, and CMO policies
Maintain accurate documentation
Liaise with board, authorizer, and CMO departments
Oversee safety, crisis response, discipline, and student services
Serve as the face of the school
Communicate regularly with families
Facilitate family engagement opportunities
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in Educational Leadership
State Administrative Certification
Experience in school leadership; startup experience preferred
Strengths in relationship building, outreach, operational leadership
Strong instructional coaching skills
Ability to lead in a culturally diverse environment
Elementary school teaching/leadership experience as a requirement
Preferred
Startup experience
Special education endorsements
Company
Concept Schools
Concept Schools is a nonprofit charter management organization that provides a high-quality, STEM-focused, and college-preparatory education through a network of charter schools while offering exceptional programs, comprehensive services, and opportunities to partner in education.
Founded in 1999
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Christopher Murphy, EdD
Chief Strategic Growth & Communications Officer
Dr. John Aytekin
Chief Accountability and Human Resources Officer
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