Assistant Principal (2027-2028)

About the role

Role: Assistant Principal

Start date: Early July 2027

Location: Bronx, Upper Manhattan, or Queens

Work model: Fully on-site in New York City

Reports to: Principal

Salary range: $105,000 – $122,000 starting salary. Compensation is determined according to Zeta’s applicable salary scale, which factors in relevant experience and internal equity. This position is eligible to receive an annual discretionary, merit‑based performance bonus.

Who you are

• A Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in the Assistant Principal role, leading instructional teams and using data to drive excellent student outcomes
• Minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience
• Deep understanding of effective instruction and what it takes to achieve excellence in every classroom
• Experience using student work, assessment data, and classroom observations to identify gaps, coach instructional teams to adjust instruction, and drive 90%+ of students to grade‑level mastery by end‑of‑year
• Proven ability to develop people, build high‑performing teams, and inspire others toward ambitious goals
• Strong judgment and the ability to navigate complex challenges with clarity, urgency, and solutions‑oriented thinking, in partnership with your Principal
• High expectations for yourself and others, paired with deep ownership of your team’s performance and students’ success

What you’ll be doing

• Build a joyful, safe, and intellectually rigorous school culture that unites leaders, teachers, staff, students, and families around a shared vision of excellence.
• Foster authentic and trusting relationships with staff, students, and families, creating a strong foundation for collaboration, belonging, and student success.
• Uphold and model the highest standards of instructional excellence, ensuring strong content knowledge, purposeful planning, and high‑quality implementation across classrooms.
• Lead academic outcomes using a data‑driven, results‑oriented approach, monitoring progress across grade levels and content areas to ensure all students meet ambitious goals.
• Coach, develop, and inspire teaching teams to deliver exceptional instruction, strong social‑emotional learning, and effective classroom culture and management.
• Analyze academic, cultural, and behavioral data across teaching teams, identifying trends and executing strategic action plans that leverage school leaders, teachers, and families to accelerate student growth.
• Model a culture of problem‑solving, ownership, and unwavering commitment to student achievement, setting the tone for excellence within the school leadership team.
• Contribute as a key member of the school's leadership team, shaping systems, routines, and structures that drive high‑quality execution and long‑term success.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions
• Relocation support for eligible candidates moving to New York City
• Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts, etc.)
• Four live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and a free Headspace subscription
• MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for mobile phone use
• Fully stocked team spaces with snacks and quality coffee
• Zeta swag, team outings, and curated NYC sweet treats
• Books and resources for professional development
• Clear pathways to professional growth with consistent feedback and support
• Community Circle practice to strengthen team sense
• Interactive mindfulness and DEIJ programming