Cincinnati - Principal

Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted:
2/6/2026

Location:
Accel Schools

District:
Accel Schools
ACCEL Schools is expanding in the Cincinnati region and searching for a dynamic, visionary Principal to lead the launch of one of our newest schools. This is an extraordinary opportunity to build a high-performing academic community from the ground up and make a powerful, lasting impact on students and families. As Principal, you will serve as the instructional and operational force behind the ACCEL Schools campus shaping the academic vision, accelerating student growth, and ensuring excellence in day-to-day operations

We are looking for an inspiring and driven school leader someone who brings passion, purpose, and a relentless commitment to creating rigorous, supportive, and innovative learning environments where every student can thrive.

The Principal shall be responsible for:

Instructional Leadership

• Leading the strategic instructional design and practice, including: implementing an integrated curriculum; directing instructional coaching and evaluation; systematic use of assessment data to guide instruction; and, maximizing impact of the blended learning model (where available).
• Develop, implement and lead the instructional programs of the school, assessing curriculum, pedagogy, lesson plans and observing classes (teaching and learning) on a frequent and structured basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on the best practices for student learning and development.
• Delivering consistently high levels of achievement and learning for all students through rigorous and engaging programs and classroom instruction.
• Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and school culture as well as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals.
• Facilitate the implementation of a standards-based curriculum, review lesson plans weekly, and conduct frequent walk-throughs/teacher debriefs.
• Assume responsibility for student achievement as related to academics and social-emotional wellbeing.
• Serve as the instructional leader in the building by facilitating a growth-focused professional environment.
• Develop and/or modify the school's cultural programming and school-wide PBIS process with an emphasis on appropriate class conduct and behavior.
• Work with staff to plan and coordinate teacher-based teams, staff in-service days, data days, etc.
• Develop and implement consistent professional development for teachers, ensuring regular instructional training is consistent with the latest research-based methodologies.
• Implement behavior management practices that ensure consistent norms of orderly, respectful behavior, motivating students through strong relationships with their teachers and positive reinforcement.
• Facilitate and direct the Charter School's Special Education program and ensure program participants are achieving at high levels.
• Coordinate all phases of summer educational opportunities and before/after school programs as applicable.

Team Leadership

• Establish a strong school community culture by maintaining positive, cooperative and mutually supportive relationships with faculty, staff, parents, students, and all other school stakeholders.
• Skillful and collaborative leadership of all teachers, staff, and school leaders, including supervision, coaching, and performance management oversight.
• Lead the Charter School's teacher evaluation program and ensure all teachers have opportunities to meet their professional goals and are expertly executing ACCEL Schools instructional best practices.
• Evaluate teachers as per the State Ohio teacher Evaluation System (OTES).
• Overseeing the Charter School's professional development program ensuring a strong, collaborative professional community, regular training opportunities and a meaningful summer experience.
• Creating a student support system that addresses students' academic and behavioral needs holistically and involves parents, teachers, and all relevant staff.

Organizational Leadership

• Manage the school's daily operations, including: facilities management; information/instructional technologies; food services; student data management systems; academic assessment tools; office management; budget and fiscal controls; and, student recruitment and retention.
• With support from the Home Office/Operations Team, exercise full engagement on compliance, budget, procurement, student data, academic assessments, and campus safety. Cooperate with the back-office service provider where necessary to meet all school administrative activities. Make recommendations for improvement as necessary.
• Partner with Human Resources to execute a highly effective talent management system of recruiting, selecting, hiring, retaining, recognizing, and supporting all school site staff.
• Ensure non-discrimination practices in the selection process of faculty and staff by adhering to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements.
• Collaborate with Home Office/Operations…