Founding Principal: Launch a High-Impact Charter School

The Academies of Math and Science; Arkansas; On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Career growth within AMS

Job summary

AMS Ft. Smith is seeking a Founding Principal to lead the launch of a new public charter school. You will set instructional vision, build school culture, and oversee all aspects of development in partnership with AMS network leadership.

The role requires entrepreneurial, community-focused leadership with a track record in instructional leadership and staff development. Travel to Phoenix for onboarding and training is required during the launch.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Arkansas Administrator/Principal License required or eligible.
• Experience leading school-site leadership roles (Principal/Director/etc.).
• Proven ability to improve student outcomes in underserved communities.
• Experience using data to inform instructional and operational decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement instructional vision and operational strategy.
• Lead development of school culture and performance.
• Recruit, hire, coach, and develop staff; build leadership pipelines.
• Engage families and community stakeholders; represent AMS Ft. Smith.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strategic leadership

Data-driven decision making

Staff development

Relationship building

Community engagement

Program development

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Arkansas Administrator/Principal License

Job description

AMS Ft. Smith is seeking a Founding Principal to lead the launch of a new public charter school. You will set instructional vision, build school culture, and oversee all aspects of development in partnership with AMS network leadership.

The role requires entrepreneurial, community-focused leadership with a track record in instructional leadership and staff development. Travel to Phoenix for onboarding and training is required during the launch.