Principal

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools across four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students, equipping them with real-world readiness and preparing them for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. As a Principal, you will serve as the site-based leader of the school, responsible for implementing and managing policies, regulations, procedures, and the CSUSA curriculum to ensure all students have a safe learning environment and receive instruction that meets or exceeds CSUSA standards.

Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates educational programs in accordance with CSUSA and state standards and guidelines.
• Supervises the guidance program to enhance individual student education and development.
• Leads school-level planning to ensure development, implementation, and evaluation of all school programs and activities.
• Supervises instructional programs, evaluates lesson plans, and observes classes regularly to encourage diverse instructional strategies.
• Requests and allocates supplies, equipment, and instructional materials as required by CSUSA guidelines.
• Formulates student personnel policies within CSUSA guidelines.
• Approves and supervises extracurricular activities.
• Provides regular opportunities for students to celebrate success in instructional programs and extracurricular activities.
• Serves as Chief Administrator of School Plans, organizes, and directs implementation of all school activities.
• Works to achieve and sustain 100% of projected student enrollment capacity.
• Communicates regularly with parents, stakeholders, and community organizations, representing the school at events and functions.
• Maintains a professional rapport with students and staff.
• Operates the school within the approved budget, collaborates to manage resources, and monitors expenditures.
• Delegates authority to responsible personnel to assume responsibility for the school in the principal’s absence.
• Routinely tours the school to assess safety, observe instructional programs, document findings, and ensure follow-up on identified issues.
• Plans and directs building maintenance.
• Supervises all operations involving school management, including funds, payroll, purchases, inventories, and office operations.
• Ensures accuracy, timeliness, and secure maintenance of all required school reports, student and personnel records, attendance, and compliance documentation.
• Plans and supervises fire drills, emergency readiness programs, and ensures a safe school environment.
• Ensures compliance with Federal, state, and local regulations and policies.
• Communicates regularly with supervisors about the needs, successes, and general operation of the school.
• Develops and manages schedules and procedures for supervision of students in non-classroom areas (arrival/dismissal, playgrounds, hallways, cafeterias).
• Manages and administers the CSUSA workers' compensation program.
• Follows policy for the school's abuse posting requirements.
• Adheres to statutory, regulatory, and CSUSA hiring guidelines, including background checks and employment verification.
• Motivates staff to achieve school objectives and is responsive to their workplace-related needs.
• Evaluates staff performance and provides ongoing feedback.
• Counsels staff on inappropriate behavior and policy violations.
• Maintains a productive and positive employee climate.
• Selects and hires school staff, including teachers and support staff, following all hiring guidelines.
• Confers with Board Members and responds appropriately to issues that arise.
• Articulates the school's vision, values, and goals, modeling those values consistently.
• Attends special events to recognize student achievement and participates in school-sponsored activities and athletic events.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (MA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
• Professional Certification in Educational Leadership for the applicable state.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience (school administration preferred) and/or training.
• Experience in student instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a school community toward improved academic achievement.
• Computer literacy skills; proficient in Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Student Information Systems (SIS).
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills

• Ability to lead people and achieve results through others.
• Strategic planning and organizational skills for a 1–2 year time span.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Problem analysis and resolution at both strategic and functional levels.
• Experience with employee training and development.
• Firm commitment to customer service and student-centered practices; proactive in resolving concerns and building relationships.
• Excellent communication skills: oral (including presentations), written, interpersonal (active listening), negotiating, and influencing.
• Experience leading high-performance teams and strong teamwork abilities.
• Strong track record of analyzing complex problems, identifying patterns, and recommending creative solutions.
• Broad conceptual perspective and forward-thinking on business issues and their long-term impact.
• Ability to systematically analyze complex issues and data.
• Proactive, takes initiative, and drives projects to completion.
• Insists on the highest level of quality.
• Detailed knowledge of federal, state, and local K–12 education requirements and charter school law preferred.

Work Environment

• Usual office working conditions, with potential noise during high student traffic.

Physical Demands

• No significant physical exertion required.
• Required to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently.