Working at NCHS is joining a family; we are dedicated to supporting every one of our kids to help them achieve their dreams. If you have a passion for helping youth; drive to innovate; and the audacity to dream big, you belong at Northside. Job Openings: Hiring now! Send your resume and cover today! We are always looking for the next Northside star – email your cover letter and CV to Fred Feliciano, HR Director. Northside Charter High School is seeking a Principal ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Principal of Northside Charter High School is a visionary leader, responsible for inspiring and engaging faculty, staff, parents and students in the pursuit academic excellence and social development. This dynamic administrator should demonstrate outstanding educational vision, professionalism, leadership skills, organizational ability and interpersonal strengths to serve as principal in a secondary (grades 9-12) school. The principal must set high expectations and foster a culture of continuous improvement in which every member of the school community works collaboratively to ensure the holistic achievement of every student. The Principal reports to the Executive Director. S/he will supervise the Assistant Principal, the Director of Instruction, the Department Coordinators, faculty, and the SPED Department; the AP supervises the Dean of Students, School Safety and Pupil Support Team. The Principal will also collaborate with the Director of Operations regarding student disciplinary issues. DEMONSTRATE PROFICIENCY IN THE FOLLOWING: Vision, Mission, and Goals Embody the mission of Northside Charter High School Embrace a vision of continuous improvement with strong data-driven management style Encourage the academic achievement and social development of each and every student Exercise leadership to ensure a thriving school community including faculty and parents Academics and Instruction Develop academic preparation model to promote student success in high school, higher education and beyond. Lead implementation of programs and curriculum aligned with New York Learning Standards, Common Core Learning Standards, and other relevant standards for all subjects Research, design, revise and update curriculum and instruction for all subjects and grades to meet student performance objectives and proficiencies Direct focus on student achievement Understand accountability metrics and annual reporting required of charter schools and oversee submission of accountability metrics Staff Supervision and Development Recruits, hires, manages and develops all pedagogical staff Develop, motivate and empower staff and cultivate excellent teaching Design and facilitate quality professional development School Culture Foster culture of lifelong learning for self, faculty and students Managing Organizational Systems and Safety Directly supervises the Assistant Principal, the Director of Instruction, the Department Coordinators, faculty, and the SPED Department; the Assistant Principal supervises the Dean of Students, School Safety and Pupil Support Team Manage Regents exams and internal assessment schedules and logistics Complete all reports including but not limited to those required by NYCDOE and NYSED Appropriately delegate and supervise leadership responsibilities Mentor and develop teachers’ professional growth Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement Work with the Executive Director to engage internal and external constituents to secure resources for the school and students Assist in building alumni support for the school Job Qualifications: Minimum seven years teaching experience, including five years of school leadership position Demonstrated ability to impact learning outcomes using data and innovative best practices Earned Master’s degree in Education or Masters Equivalent Holds current NYS School Building Leader Certification Characteristics and Skills: Demonstrated ability to impact learning outcomes using data and innovative best practices High integrity and ethical standards Efficacious communicator Dynamic and visionary leader Strong analytical skills and strategic thinker Love and enthusiasm for learning Please direct all inquiries to Fred Feliciano, Director of HR. Applicants should include a cover letter, resume and copies of NYS School Building Leader Certification to be considered for the position.
