K-8 Principal

• Location:
  
  Jersey City Global Charter School
• Date Available:
  
  11/01/2026

Reports to:

Chief Executive Officer

Location:

Jersey City, New Jersey
12-month Position 26-27 SY

Position Overview:

The Principal of Jersey City Global Charter School (JCGCS) is an experienced
visionary instructional leader responsible for ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, cultivating a
positive school culture, and fostering innovative practices, especially through our signature Micro Society
program. The Principal will oversee curriculum, instruction, and assessment to ensure academic
excellence for all students, while also managing day-to-day school-based operations and supporting
governance, growth planning, and succession planning in collaboration with the CEO and Board of
Trustees. The Principal serves as the primary on-site administrator for the school, overseeing daily
operations, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements, and acting as a key liaison
between the school, Board of Trustees, CEO, parents, and the wider community.
The ideal candidate is a deeply committed collaborative leader that utilizes a shared decision making
approach to prepare students for success in college, careers, and civic life, while nurturing a positive
atmosphere for staff and students aligned to creativity, visionary leadership, and real-world problem- solving through project-based and community-connected learning.

1. Instructional Leadership
Exercise leadership in school-level planning for improvement of instruction and overall academic
performance.
Lead the design, implementation, evaluation, and revision of curriculum in alignment with state
standards and JCGCS's mission, integrating innovative strategies and Micro Society experiences.
Select and monitor appropriate instructional materials to ensure high-quality delivery of the
instructional program.
Plan, organize, and supervise all curricular and extracurricular activities in conjunction with the leadership team.
Conduct observations of teaching and non-teaching staff; provide written feedback and
actionable suggestions for improvement.
Create the master teaching schedule and classroom assignments to maximize instructional time
and support diverse learning needs.
Ensure robust intervention systems for struggling learners and enrichment opportunities for advanced learners.
Oversee and train staff on the effective use of data to inform instructional practices, create individualized learning plans and track student progress.

2. Culture & Climate School Culture:
Build and sustain a safe, inclusive, and joyful learning environment rooted in restorative practices, equity, and high expectations for behavior and academic engagement. Student Climate:
Ensure students feel a sense of belonging, pride, and responsibility for their learning community; promote systems for recognition, celebration, and restorative conflict resolution as well as promote the consistent integration of student voice into aspects of teaching and learning. Staff Culture & Climate:
Create and maintain a positive, supportive, and collaborative climate for all instructional and non-instructional staff. Foster trust, transparency, and professional respect among team members. Staff Morale & Retention:
Implement strategies to recognize achievements, address concerns promptly, and ensure staff feel valued and supported in their roles. Teacher & Staff Relations:
Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and recognition for staff; address performance and interpersonal issues constructively to maintain a healthy workplace. Organizational Climate:
Model open communication, celebrate successes, encourage innovation, and maintain systems for gathering staff feedback and problem-solving collaboratively.

3. Micro…