Principal in Training- SY

Position: Principal in Training- 2026-27 SY
* Thank you for your interest in joining us as a Principal in Training for the  School Year! The Impact Public Schools Principal in Training position is a rigorous pathway to school leadership program that allows you to “earn while you learn” through a full-time, hands-on residency program. Please read the position description in detail before applying. By completing this application, you will be placed into our talent pool for this program.

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* **** POSITION:
**** Principal in Training
**** TYPE:
**** School-based
** GRADE LEVEL:
** Hiring for both early and elementary education positions
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* LOCATION:

** Hiring at multiple locations across the Seattle-Tacoma area (Tukwila, South Seattle, Tacoma, Renton)
** SALARY:
** Starting at $120,000
**** STATUS:
**** Full time school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position
** START:
** This position is year-round and hiring happens on a rolling basis. Start date will be determined as a part of the offer process
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* REPORTS TO:

**** Chief Academic Officer or their delegate
**** Who You Are****
* * You believe in the power of teamwork and want to work in a collaborative school community where team members support one another, whether it’s sharing ideas, teaming up on parent communication, or stepping in to help a colleague in need.*
* * You are excited by the idea of delivering rigorous and engaging content to scholars by leveraging high-quality curriculum and teaching resources.*
* * You enjoy opportunities to share your voice on how to improve our scholars’ experience through dynamic and ongoing input cycles facilitated by school & network leaders.*
* * You are aligned with
* * and share an unwavering belief that every child, regardless of their identity and needs, can thrive and meet ambitious goals.
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* Position Overview:

**** The Principal in Training is a dynamic and developmental role designed for emerging leaders passionate about making an impact in education. This residency provides hands-on leadership training while preparing you to become a school principal. You will partner closely with our Chief Academic Officer and other school leaders, gaining experience in instructional leadership, school culture, and family and community engagement.
*** Key Leadership Responsibilities:
**** Instructional Excellence:
Work alongside the Principal and instructional teams to establish and drive the academic vision, focusing on data-driven planning and teacher coaching.
* School Culture:
Develop and reinforce a strong school culture rooted in high expectations, restorative practices, and values-based leadership.
* People Leadership:
Collaborate with Impact’s Talent and HR teams to recruit, develop, and retain highly effective school team members. Manage, mentor and coach team members to encourage growth and results including leading on hiring, training, and conducting evaluations.
* Community Engagement:
Build meaningful partnerships with families and community members, promoting the school’s vision and brand.
*** Other Duties:
**** Serve as a recruiter for new students; actively engage prospective families in an effort to draw more students to choose your school; be willing to take on additional tasks to support recruitment, as needed.
* Actively engage in the community in which your school is located.  This includes community outreach, touring your school with elected officials and other community leaders, hosting community events and encouraging staff to be present in the community.
* Actively engage in family communications by establishing norms and cadence with staff, and modeling strong positive family communications
* Work with Impact’s Home Office Leadership Team to create network-wide standards, curriculum, and assessment documents.
* Work with Impact’s Home Office Leadership Team to create network-wide new teacher professional development; create school-specific new and returning teacher professional development.
* If applicable, teach course(s) within the school
* If applicable, act as a student advisor for a group of students
* Ensure 504 compliance
**** Required Qualifications
***** Must have a Bachelor’s…