Job Description

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) Promise Academy – top-performing K-12 charter schools within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway of comprehensive services – seek an Assistant Principal for the 2025-2026 school year!

The Assistant Principal will bring a passion for the goal of HCZ Promise Academy: to get all our scholars to and through college.

Who you are

The ideal candidate cares deeply about children, respects the culture of Harlem’s residents, and is eager to make an impact in Harlem and beyond. For more information, check out  Want to Work at Promise Academy? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know .

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at 6 years of experience is required
• Must have at least 3years of experience in an administrative/leadership capacity
• Must have a valid New York State Teaching Certification

What you'll bring

• A proven track record of success in teaching and learning
• Extensive content knowledge and experience in curriculum development and implementation fidelity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

What you'll do 

• Ensure teachers are informed of Promise Academy's classroom expectations for instructional delivery.
• Monitor School Data and Systems.
• Participate in the hiring process for new staff.
• Collaborate with coaches to research, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and participate in data meetings and materials for school systems.
• Manage the implementation of external assessment systems, including the New York State Tests and standardized tests, and use data to formulate informed decisions.
• Use data to construct and manage the implementation of student rosters.
• Attend grade team meetings and help develop instructional/behavioral strategies that evaluate student achievement.
• Monitor grade level progress and student achievement based on benchmarks.
• Collaborate with Ops Director for ordering and security of testing materials (state tests, Regents, NYSESLAT, etc.).
• Observe teachers and meet with them to provide feedback (formal).
• Collaborate with admin teams from both schools to plan summer staff orientation and curriculum development period.
• Conduct Classroom Observation and feedback.
• Coordinate Team Building Outings.
• Conduct weekly Gradebook and lesson plan checks for CORE teachers.
• Oversee School scheduling.
• Serve as Testing Coordinator.
• Schedule substitute teachers/coverages.
• Manage tutor schedules.
• Review the Academic Hour/Sat Log.
• Provide supplemental instruction to scholars in need during extended learning opportunities

Schedule

• 12-month school year
• Must be available to work flexible hours (after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed)

Benefits

Benefits:
As a member of the HCZ team, you will join a supportive, inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families, and staff thrive. We offer highly competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth.

Our benefits include:

• Annual and performance-based bonuses
• Deferred bonus program
• Generous paid time off, including sick and personal days
• No-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
• 403(b) retirement plan

The Assistant Principal salary ranges from $145,000 - $150,000 . Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.

We strongly encourage only applicants who meet the qualifications to apply.

Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for employment visa status for this position.

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