Democracy Prep Public Schools · 13 hours ago
School Principal (Resume Collection)
New York City, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expDemocracy Prep Public Schools is seeking Principals for all grade levels for the 2026-2027 School Year. The role requires exemplary leadership to enhance student achievement, develop school culture, and engage families while aligning with the mission of diversity and inclusion.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Provide exemplary leadership to all school community members to achieve outstanding performance
Develop and communicate strategic school systems, culture, and vision, and build a plan to achieve that vision
Implement effective assessment systems and use data to inform decisions
Lead all aspects of curriculum execution and assessment and ensure consistency within the school program and alignment with state and other rigorous standards
Conduct daily teacher observations and provide real-time feedback to move the needle on student achievement
Oversee faculty and staff, including evaluation, retention, and dismissal and hold primary responsibility for professional development, staff observations, staff communication, and school decisions
Lead faculty to ensure that all staff are providing well-managed and rigorous daily lessons
Foster commitment among staff to the development and fulfillment of the school’s mission and objectives
Hold teachers accountable for meeting a high bar for student performance including requirements for special education accommodations and IEP modifications in partnership with the Dean of Special Services
Build a joyful and rigorous school culture
Foster consistency in academic and behavioral expectations
Collaborate with school staff to support students’ academic and socio-emotional development
Communicate regularly with families, ensuring they are kept involved with and held accountable for their scholar’s performance, and correspond about school policies, trips, and events
Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively
Qualification
Required
Passionate commitment to the mission of Democracy Prep Public Schools and investment in our vision as an anti-racist organization
Strong record of driving outstanding student and teacher growth and achievement
Strong data analysis skills
Ability to provide high leverage feedback via classroom observations
Strong communications skills with multiple stakeholders including teachers, students, families, and colleagues
Strong organizational skills, careful attention to detail and follow-through
Preferred
At least 4 years of teaching experience with evidence of outstanding student growth and achievement
At least 2 years of experience as an instructional leader, Assistant Principal, Dean or equivalent leadership role at a high-performing urban public school
A graduate of a Bachelor's degree program (required), Master's degree in related field (preferred). *Please note that we request transcripts as a part of our onboarding process.*
Experience at a high-performing charter school is highly preferred
School Building Leader or School District Leader (preferred)
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
403B matching
Parental leave
Company
Democracy Prep Public Schools
Democracy Prep Public Schools is a school.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.04MKey Investors
Access Psychology Foundation
2024-12-12Grant· $0.04M
Leadership Team
Natasha Trivers
Chief Executive Officer
Michelle Gieg
Interim Chief Operating Officer
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