Principal

School Overview

Baton Rouge Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy (BROD) is a newly authorized Type 2 Charter school part of the Discovery Schools Charter Management Organization. It is located in Baton Rouge and will serve students from PreK4 to 8th grade.

Position Overview

The School Principal - Baton Rouge Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy is seeking an experienced Masters level school administrator with expertise in Pre-K-8th grade curriculum coordination, discipline, school operations, and educational technology. Experience with school start-up, knowledge of annual sing, and LEADS teacher evaluation is preferred. 5 years+ experience is required. The position is available for the 2026 - 2027 school year.

Required Selection Criteria

• Experience teaching
• Knowledge of the educational needs of the greater Baton Rouge area’s population
• Ability to work with community organizations, agencies and resources
• Motivation to establish innovative and creative learning programs
• Dedication to providing supplementary programs to enhance student learning
• Commitment to implementing staff development and training
• Ability to promote a positive school climate
• Commitment to enabling each student to reach his/her personal best

Prioritised Attributes

• Prior experience in a high-performing charter school that serves an at-risk population
• Established professional and community connections in the greater Baton Rouge area
• Educational Leader Certification