Middle School Principal

Position Type:
Principal

Date Posted:
2/23/2026

Location:
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop
(High-Needs School)
HCP-N is currently seeking a dedicated, passionate, and results-driven leader to serve as Principal for the  school year.

Job Summary

The Principal will create and sustain a strong school culture, set the school's academic vision, develop and support teachers as professionals, build relationships with families and scholars, and oversee all functions of the school. The Principal will strategically implement the school's mission through effective leadership of the school's staff and of the student body. The Principal will develop and lead the instructional program and will foster a school environment that prepares every student for success in post-secondary programs, and in life.

The Principal will work collaboratively with the Senior Operations Officer to set and manage the school's budget. The Principal will have a support team for daily operations and student culture so that classroom observation, teacher coaching, people development, and team leadership will be the core focus of their daily work.

Why Hiawatha?
Hiawatha Academies is a network of college-preparatory schools focused on closing the opportunity gap in Minneapolis. We seek to create a K-12 school experience for scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills. At Hiawatha Academies, we are committed to making our city and our world a more inclusive, equitable, and just place.
Our equity vision: to honor the humanity of all people, we actively disrupt systemic inequity in pursuit of an equitable world. Hiawatha Academies permanently disrupts educational inequity by ensuring a great school for every child.

Core Value and Beliefs
All Hiawatha Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values:
1) Children are at the center of everything we do.
2) Our mission requires bold thought and action.
3) We choose optimism.
4) We push ourselves to improve.
5) We are stronger together.
6) We create fun and a little weirdness.

Perks: Professional Development is scheduled into the calendar year and provides a time for all campuses to come together and celebrate our success.

Application Timeline: This Notice of Vacancy will be posted until filled. Interviews will begin March 9 13.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Hiawatha Academies is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or national origin. We value diversity and strive to ensure equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.

Attachment(s):

• Principal Job Description.