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Principal Fellow at Uncommon Schools | Newark

On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

A deep commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools. A passion for enhancing opportunities, knowledge, and skills for students both in school and beyond. Dedication to fostering culturally responsive partnerships with students, teachers, and families. Exhibit tenacity, personal accountability, a founder’s mentality, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth. Strong people management skills, capable of navigating challenging conversations and holding stakeholders accountable in a supportive manner. Ability to cultivate and maintain a robust staff culture aligned with our mission. Exceptional skills in data analysis. Capacity to deliver high-impact feedback through classroom observations. Effective time and task management skills with a focus on fulfilling school needs.

About the job

At Uncommon Schools, we are dedicated to building high-performing schools and need passionate leaders who are ready to take on the most urgent and impactful work of our time. As a Principal Fellow, you will undergo comprehensive training utilizing best practices in educational leadership, preparing you to step into an Uncommon Principal role upon completion of the Fellowship. In this position, you will co-lead a school alongside an Uncommon Director of Operations. You will be a full-time employee, supported and evaluated by the Regional Superintendent of Instruction and the Senior Director of School Support.

Key Components of the Fellowship:

Feedback and Assessment

Individualized feedback will be crucial for your development as a leader, helping transform our schools from good to great. Throughout the Fellowship, you will receive ongoing feedback from your Host Principal, the Regional Superintendent of Instruction, and the Senior Director of School Support during school activities, professional development, and cohort gatherings.

School Immersion

As a Principal Fellow, you will immerse yourself in the daily operations of an Uncommon school, gaining firsthand experience of the challenges school leaders face. Collaborating closely with your Host Principal and Senior Director of School Support, you will strategize on mastering essential skills and competencies in areas such as Instructional Leadership, Teacher Development, School Culture, and Family Engagement.

Professional Development

Engaging in monthly, cross-regional professional development sessions alongside current Principals and fellow cohort members, you will learn about the latest instructional leadership and personnel management best practices. Additionally, you will participate in cohort-specific workshops that provide intimate learning experiences, allowing for direct application of concepts to your school immersion.

About Uncommon Schools

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools committed to delivering an outstanding K-12 education in economically underserved communities. With operations in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are dedicated to closing the college completion gap and equipping every student for success in college and beyond. Our students consistently surpass national benchmarks, showcasing our commitment to their achievement. We invest deeply in our educators through weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to uphold excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, create positive change, and make a lasting impact!

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