Principal

OverviewVoices is a public charter school network with a mission to prepare all learners for the challenges of higher education through the context of an academically rigorous dual-immersion program. Every learner, regardless of home language, graduates bilingual and biliterate through our full-inclusion English and Spanish dual-language model.Though 90% of Hispanic young adults say that a college degree is important for success in life, fewer than 20% aged 25 or older hold a bachelor’s degree. In contrast, only about 35% of the general American public considers college highly important, and a similar 35% hold a bachelor’s degree (2023, 2024 Pew Research) Voices College-Bound Language Academies exists to change that.Our educational philosophy is grounded in a sociocultural approach to learning that emphasizes collaboration, language development, and culturally sustaining practices. We believe students learn best in rigorous, language-rich environments that are developmentally responsive—prioritizing play-based pedagogy in early childhood and intentional direct and interdisciplinary instruction in the upper grades. Instruction is standards-based and designed to develop bilingualism, biliteracy, and critical thinking through reflective, data-informed practice.If our mission, model, and approach to teaching and learning resonate with you, we invite you to apply.Role SummaryVoices Academies’ Principal will be an inspiring and motivating instructional leader who can work independently. Reporting to the Principal Manager, the Principal forms part of the school’s leadership team. The principal oversees Teachers, Associate Teachers, and school support staff. The ideal candidate will have an unwavering commitment to ensure that students receive quality instruction, make accelerated educational progress, and reach or exceed their academic goals. The Principal is responsible for Voice’s academic, operational, fiscal, and organizational management and success. This includes supervising instruction and conducting the evaluation program for all staff. This interaction will include providing guidance and support in the classroom as appropriate. The Principal interacts extensively with teachers, staff, students, parents, the CEO, Board members, and the community through site-based management. Additionally, the Principal will be expected to meet specific performance objectives which may include such areas as academic and financial goals in accordance with the Charter.Key ResponsibilitiesPrincipal:Submits to the CEO recommendations relative to all matters requiring Board action or attention, together with the materials needed for informed decisionsReports on school operations to the COOInterviews, trains, supervises, and evaluates staffDevelops and implements a school-wide and individual staff development plan and provide ongoing support and coaching to teachers to help them meet their individual professional development plan goalsCoordinates the work of all school educators and volunteer staffAdvises the CEO or/and COO regarding the leave, classification, resignation, promotion, suspension, or dismissal of school employeesAssigns personnel within the school in accordance with Board policyMaintains appropriate channels of communication within the school and ensures that staff are informed about relevant federal, state, and county laws, policies, regulations, and procedures, and matters related to the improvement and welfare of the studentsPlans, leads, and conducts staff professional development and staff meetingsManage and/or oversee all daily school operations, including student admissions and discipline, facilities, food service, front office, school scheduling, etc.Students and the educational program:Serve as the school’s instructional leader, including ensuring that the school's mission and instructional program are being effectively implemented in each classroomMonitor the school’s instructional and operational accountability, including collecting, analyzing, and reporting school and student performance dataUse this data (instructional and operational accountability) to develop school priorities and to drive decision-makingEnforces compulsory attendance lawsContinuously observes the instructional program and provides the CEO with regular evaluations of school programs and student progressStudies the curriculum and makes decisions regarding the course of study, major changes and time schedules, and sound programsUnder appropriate circumstances, recommends to the Board a student’s suspension or expulsionParticipates in student study teams and IEP meetingsNon-instructional Operations:Maintains and updates adequate census and scholastic records, business and property records, and personal records as applicableAnnually prepares and submits to the Financial Department the school’s budget for the upcoming year, revises this budget or takes other related action as the Board /CEO designatesApproves all expenditures in accordance with Board policy and within Board-approved appropriate limitsMakes recommendations to the CEO regarding the maintenance, safety, improvement and/or expansion of school facilities, sites, and equipmentCommunity:Represents and advocates for the Board in relationships with city, county and state governments, private agencies, and the school communitySees that the community is informed about school matters through appropriate informational materialsServes on local committees such as ELAC, VPAC, School Leadership, etc.Participates in appropriate community organizations and functions to obtain support for the attainment of school goalsHears complaints against the school and solves controversies between employees or between employees and students or parents/guardiansDevelops and maintains cooperative, collaborative working relationships with and among various stakeholders, including staff, students, families, Board members, District personnel, and the broader communityFacilitates and builds community among people from diverse backgrounds and perspectivesOther duties as assignedVoices Academies Principal candidates will have the followingRequired Qualifications: BA/BS Degree in Education or related fieldCA Teaching Credential. Out-of-state equivalent credentials are accepted if they are transferable to a California credential. Mandatory enrollment in the next available Induction cycle upon hiring.Valid California Administrative Services Credential required or currently enrolled in an admin credential program.A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience at the appropriate TK–8 grade level.Demonstrated classroom-level achievement resultsSkilled in fiscal managementDemonstrated passion for the mission, vision, and values of Voices Academies with a deep commitment to improving the lives of students from low-income communitiesMinimum of three years working with similar student and community demographicsExcellent oral and written communication skills in English and SpanishOutstanding written, speaking, and organizational skills with experience interacting with a broad range of stakeholdersCommitment to the accelerated educational progress of childrenExperience or commitment to public education, social justice, efficacy, and equityAbility to work well within a team environment; working efficiently, and exercising excellent judgment in making decisionsWorks well in a high-pressure environmentPersonal and Professional – Finally, the ideal candidate will hold the following personal and professional competencies:Leadership – Couple strong management with excellent interpersonal skills in leading an organization in one’s functional domainRelationship – Develop relational trust across constituencies by maintaining a positive attitude with students, parents, and staff, while also maintaining confidentialityOrganization – Be intensely execution-oriented and frighteningly organized, allowing one to work in a fast-paced, but sometimes unpredictable, environmentPerspective – Combine maturity, humility, a strong work ethic, a sense of humor, and a roll-up-my-sleeves attitude to celebrate successes as well as navigate times of ambiguity and high levels of stressProfessionalism – See oneself as an ambassador of the school, presenting oneself both positively and professionally at all times and with all constituentsPreferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in EducationBilingual Authorization (BCLAD/CLAD) preferred.Knowledge of and experience working with low-income communities preferredProven track record of success managing school employees to achieve ambitious goalsCan work independently, have flexibility, and have demonstrated success in administration and organizational managementSuccessful completion of results-oriented leadership training program (ex., Innovate Fellowship, NLNS)Understanding of dual immersion instructional practices and school design and the unique characteristics of public charter schools is a plusHigh proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google AppsWorking Conditions:Regular requirement to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouchLift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.Occasional evening and/or weekend workOccasional travelWillingness to be trained as neededPrior to Employment: Once an offer has been extended, a candidate must meet the following criteria to receive a final agreement:First Aid/CPR/AED CertificationClear Criminal Background CheckValid TB Clearance Key Compensation:Annual Salary Range: $120,000 - $145,000Medical benefitsExceptional growth opportunitiesRetirement planEmployment:Reports directly to assigned supervisorFull-time, exempt positionPosition follows a 12-month calendarAt-Will Agreement If you have any questions about this position, please contact our hiring team by email at jobs@voicescharterschool.com. Voices College-Bound Language Academies will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, in accordance with applicable federal and California law.Voices College-Bound Language Academies is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Voices to afford equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, citizenship status, medical condition, or any other legally protected status.