Founding Director of High School Academics

Neighborhood Charter Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Laptop and smartphone provided

Job summary

Neighborhood Charter Schools in New York is launching its first high school. The Director of High School Academics will build the academic program from the ground up, setting the instructional vision for grades 9-12 and developing curriculum, assessment, and coaching systems.

Reporting to the Chief Academic and Schools Officer, you will work with the High School Principal, K-8 Academic Team, and student support services to ensure inclusive, rigorous instruction and alignment with NY graduation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of high school teaching experience.
• 2+ years of instructional coaching or leadership.
• Knowledge of NY graduation requirements and Regents exams.
• Experience launching or scaling a new school or program is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set the instructional vision for grades 9-12.
• Design the high school course sequence and graduation pathway aligned to NY diploma requirements.
• Partner with the High School Principal on roles, campus execution, and the master schedule.
• Lead curriculum design and ensure accessibility for students with disabilities and multilingual learners.
• Own the assessment strategy, including state assessments.
• Coach teachers and lead department meetings.
• Build college and career pathways including dual enrollment options.
• Hire and onboard founding high school teachers and oversee directors.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

NY State SBL/SDL certification

Master's degree

Job description

Neighborhood Charter Schools in New York is launching its first high school. The Director of High School Academics will build the academic program from the ground up, setting the instructional vision for grades 9-12 and developing curriculum, assessment, and coaching systems.

Reporting to the Chief Academic and Schools Officer, you will work with the High School Principal, K-8 Academic Team, and student support services to ensure inclusive, rigorous instruction and alignment with NY graduation