Principal - MicroSociety & Innovation Leader

Jersey City Global Charter School; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jersey City Global Charter School seeks an experienced Principal to lead instructional strategy, culture, and day-to-day operations in Jersey City, NJ. The role focuses on high-quality teaching, innovative practice through MicroSociety, and collaboration with the CEO and Board of Trustees to ensure academic excellence.

The ideal candidate will oversee curriculum, instruction, assessment, and staffing, while building a positive, inclusive school culture and partnering with community stakeholders

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or Educational Leadership required or strongly preferred.
• NJ Principal Certification (or eligibility) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of school leadership experience, preferably in a charter or innovative school.
• Experience with project-based learning, MicroSociety, or similar experiential education models preferred.
• Commitment to equity, innovation, and continuous professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional planning for improvement of instruction and student achievement.
• Design, implement, evaluate, and revise curriculum aligned with standards and the school's mission.
• Supervise curricular and extracurricular activities with the leadership team.
• Conduct observations and provide actionable feedback to staff to improve instruction.
• Oversee data-informed instruction and individualized learning plans based on assessments.
• Advance school culture through restorative practices, equity, and high expectations.
• Drive MicroSociety integration and authentic student-run ventures in daily life.
• Support governance, growth planning, and succession planning with the CEO and Board.

Skills

Visionary Leadership

Instructional Leadership

Strategic Management

Cultural Leadership

Innovative Mindset

Collaborative Spirit

Education

Master's degree in Education or Educational Leadership

NJ Principal Certification (or eligibility)

Job description

Jersey City Global Charter School seeks an experienced Principal to lead instructional strategy, culture, and day-to-day operations in Jersey City, NJ. The role focuses on high-quality teaching, innovative practice through MicroSociety, and collaboration with the CEO and Board of Trustees to ensure academic excellence.

The ideal candidate will oversee curriculum, instruction, assessment, and staffing, while building a positive, inclusive school culture and partnering with community stakeholders