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Principal - High School (Immediate)

hace 25 días

Albany

Job Description:\n\n KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond. Located in both Albany and Troy, NY, KIPP Capital Region serves 2,500+ students in grades K-12 across seven schools. We believe every individual walks through the doors of schools bearing gifts. Talent. Perspective. Drive. Inspiration. So at KIPP Capital Region, we support every student and educator to see those gifts, then build the skills and confidence they need to thrive. KIPP Capital Region is excited to open the first co-ed high school in the region during the Fall of 2026 to approximately 350 students with the goal of growing to 800 students by its year four. We are committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all of our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together. POSITION OVERVIEW About the Founding High School Principal Role: The Founding Principal will serve as the driving force behind academic excellence and character development for students, with a primary focus on instructional leadership and empowering educators to elevate their practice and improve student outcomes. This role is pivotal in shaping a sustainable and thriving school by developing future leaders and implementing systems to attract, retain, and develop high-performing staff. As a founding leader, this position requires an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to building from the ground up—leveraging best practices regionally and nationally to establish a model of excellence. The Founding Principal will play a key role in visible leadership, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture that engages students, families, and the broader Capital Region community. Reporting to the MD of Schools, the Founding Principal will have a strong network at the KIPP Capital Region and national level to support their work and efforts in building out the high school. This is an exciting opportunity to redefine education in the region, delivering exceptional results and ensuring seamless transitions for students from middle school to post-secondary pathways. The Founding Principal will shape and sustain a high school environment that embodies KIPP Capital Region’s Core Values. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Instructional LeadershipDevelop and implement a comprehensive plan to address the academic, emotional, cultural, and overall well-being of students, staff, and families, ensuring holistic support.Responsible for college-readiness academic outcomes of all students, with a demonstrated track record of obtaining or improving academic outcomes, including graduation rates, GPA averages, and SAT/ACT results.Build and enhance instructional expertise by leading professional development, coaching instructional leaders and teachers, and fostering collaboration to improve teaching practices and student outcomes.Support School Instructional team and utilize data-driven strategies to analyze student performance, guide instructional adjustments, diagnose issue and implement interventions to ensure progress toward mastery and high-quality learning outcomesOversee the development and alignment of a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that integrates academic and character goals to support student success including increasingLead the development, implementation, and monitoring of operational and instructional systems, ensuring they are efficient, effective, and adaptable to support student success and school goals. Vision and Culture LeadershipDevelop and communicate a compelling school-wide vision aligned with the KIPP region, setting ambitious goals that lead students on a path to and through college.Foster a positive and inclusive school culture by modeling high expectations for leaders, teachers, and students, emphasizing professional growth, constructive feedback, and equity-driven practices.Build and sustain systems, structures, and relationships that create equitable and inclusive environments for students, families, and staff, celebrating diverse backgrounds and facilitating courageous conversations.Establish and maintain traditions, rituals, and a joyful, rigorous culture that embody the KIPP Capital Region mission, vision, and values, ensuring consistency and growth year over year. Leadership Development and Team ManagementDevelop and manage a strong school leadership team, including Assistant Principals, Deans, and instructional leaders, to support teachers and drive student success.Build a sustainable pipeline of future school leaders by creating systems for ongoing professional growth, development, and leadership cultivation.Partner with Talent and HR to recruit, hire, and retain a diverse, high-performing team while fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment.Coach and mentor staff to achieve performance excellence by setting clear expectations, providing accountability, and supporting professional growth.Foster a collaborative, goal-oriented team culture focused on achieving school-wide excellence and timely addressing performance expectations. Community and Stakeholder EngagementCultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external business partners and stakeholders.Build and foster relationships with community leaders and organizations, including maintaining a robust database of community organizations.Represent the district, region, or school in workgroups or projects as assigned.Communicate regularly with families about their children’s performance, school policies, trips, and events. Operations and Risk ManagementOversee the management of the school’s budget and financial resources, ensuring daily fiscal responsibility by strategically allocating funds to support academic programs, staffing, and facility operations while maintaining accurate and transparent financial records.Monitor performance metrics, qualitative feedback, and data to inform strategy, decision-making, and accountability for achieving school objectives.Lead solution-focused problem-solving for school-wide issues while managing and mitigating risks effectively.Assure health and safety risks are identified, controlled, or resolved in partnership with appropriate resources.Collaborate with the Director of Operations to ensure consistency in academic and behavioral expectations across the school and to effectively lead the instructional and operational goals of the school KIPP Capital RegionPerform other duties as outlined by the Managing Director of Schools.Committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students together.Complies with all charter, federal, state, and local laws, and regulations, including the NYS Department of Education, Department of Health, and NYS Office of Children and Family ServicesAdheres to organization policies and procedures; promotes and supports mission, vision, and values, including developing and participating in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESStrongly committed to the mission of KIPP and investment in our vision of being an equitable and anti-racist organizationStrong DEI lens with exceptional creative power in leading anti-racist practicesPassionate commitment to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students both in and out of schoolTeam player with strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams in a rapidly changing environment.Demonstrates a growth mindset and a desire to continually improve through feedbackStrong work ethic, entrepreneurial spirit, and flexibility to accommodate the high level of responsibility, multiple priorities, and rapidly changing environment. Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented, mission-driven cultureMust be able to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.Ability to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.Please note: Infrequent travel to different KIPP Capital Region schools is requiredPass a Criminal Background Check EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University is required.At least three (3) plus years of experience as a school principal, preferably in the charter, private, or public school environment.At least ten (10) plus years in education, preferably in the charter, private, or public school environment, and with progressively increasing responsibilities requiredDemonstrated leadership experience at the secondary level, including overseeing curriculum development, staff management, and student performance improvement, with a focus on fostering a positive school culture and achieving measurable academic outcomes.Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams in a rapidly changing environment and proven ability to foster collaborative environments supporting feedback and continuous improvement. Proven track record of improving academic outcomes, including increased graduation rates and GPA averages.Understanding of working directly with students in the charter, private, or public school environment ideally in urban communities is preferred but not required.Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.Established computer literacy, including but not limited to MS Office Suite and other database systems. Significantly strong project management skills and an ability to multitask effectively and prioritize work effortsAptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.Excellent relationship builder with proven experience managing diverse stakeholders, leading change, mobilizing others, and creating champions to support an organizational mission.Proven ability to manage resources (people, financial, equipment) effectively to support the organization’s short and long term goals and uses financial information to make sound decisions.Demonstrated proficiency in leading through change, executing major initiatives, and leading cross-departmental work.Track record of consistent and strong decision making, organizational, and communication skills, including attention to detail, oral and written communication skills, and listening and training skills. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Prolonged periods were sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed.Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.The employee needs to read, write, and speak English fluently.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use fingers to type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance; stoop/bend and reach, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear.Dexterity requires writing and operating standard office machines such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, phones, and calculators.Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds. Additional Information WORK PERKSWhen you join KIPP Capital Region, you are joining in on our promise to families that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop a passion for learning and the drive necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in the Capital Region. And while the biggest perk to working at KIPP Capital Region is doing work that makes a lifelong difference in the lives of our students, you'll find that's not the only benefit we offer:Generous time-off Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverageAggressive employer 403(b) contribution matchChildcare benefitsUnparalleled work/life integrationCasual dress codeRelocation stipend (conditions apply)And so much more! For more information on the benefits of joining KIPP Capital Region, please view our Employee Benefits Summary. Learn More:KIPP Capital Region offers a competitive salary ranging from $120,000 - $132,000. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP Capital Region will evaluate and determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale at point of hire. All staff and educators at KIPP Capital Region are committed to anti-racism and inclusion, are part of a close-knit diverse community, and are encouraged to show up authentically, inspiring our children to do the same. Learn more about what it’s like to work at KIPP Capital Region: kippcapital.org/join-our-team/ This role is located at KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany, NY.

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