Principal (Charter Schools)

Location: Albany and Troy, New York, United States. Full-time, onsite school leadership role with infrequent travel to different KIPP Capital Region schools and a flexible schedule outside regular business hours.

Salary: $114,000–$126,000 per year.

Company

KIPP Capital Region is a network of public charter schools serving more than 2,500 K–12 students across seven schools in Albany and Troy.

What you will do

• Lead the school’s vision, culture, academic goals, and behavior management.
• Co-lead instructional and operational goals with the Director of Operations.
• Manage and develop the school leadership team, including assistant principals, deans, instructional coaches, and special education coordinators.
• Observe and coach instructional leaders so they provide actionable feedback to teachers.
• Use qualitative feedback, quantitative data, and observations to guide strategy, decision-making, and accountability.
• Lead professional development and build systems for recruiting, developing, and retaining diverse, high-achieving employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least three years of experience as a school principal.
• At least ten years of progressive experience in education.
• Direct experience working with students and prior experience in charter, private, or public schools and urban communities.
• Strong commitment to equity, anti-racism, diversity, and inclusive school environments.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and work a flexible schedule outside regular business hours.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven, close-knit, and diverse community focused on student outcomes and racial justice.
• Generous time off and medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer 403(b) contribution match and childcare benefits.
• Work/life integration and a casual dress code.
• Relocation stipend, subject to conditions.

Hiring process

• Applications are reviewed, with contact expected within five to seven days after submission.