Assistant Principal, 2027–2028

Job overview

The Assistant Principal role is fully onsite in New York City, with placements in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, or Queens. The starting salary is $105,000–$122,000 per year. Zeta Charter Schools works to provide high academic achievement and social-emotional development for students across its New York City school network. The Assistant Principal leads instructional and people-development work to improve student outcomes and build a safe, rigorous school culture. The role coaches teaching teams, uses academic and behavioral data to guide action, and contributes to school leadership systems and long-term execution.

What you'll do

• Build a safe, joyful, and academically rigorous school culture
• develop relationships with staff, students, and families
• uphold instructional standards
• monitor academic progress and student outcomes
• coach and develop teaching teams
• analyze academic, cultural, and behavioral data
• create action plans to accelerate student growth
• contribute to school leadership systems and routines.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant principal

2027–2028

new york city

bronx

upper manhattan

queens

zeta charter schools

instructional leadership

teacher coaching

student outcomes

$105k–$122k/year

relocation support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) with matching contributions
• eligible relocation support
• wellness stipend
• therapy sessions and Headspace
• professional development resources.

Why this role

The role is expected to start in early July 2027; eligible candidates may receive relocation support and an annual discretionary, merit-based performance bonus.

About the employer

Zeta Charter Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.