Every School. Every Student. Every Day.
The Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) North Carolina is a network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools serving approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 across Durham, Halifax, Northampton, and Mecklenburg counties. At KIPP NC, we are dedicated to improving life outcomes for North Carolina’s children through culturally relevant, research-based curricula and by clearing paths for students to achieve their unique definitions of success.
At KIPP, we recognize that the strength of a school begins with its leadership. As a Principal, you are the driving force behind your school’s vision, culture, and academic success. Your leadership inspires teachers, guides students, and empowers families to be active partners in the educational journey. We celebrate your unique abilities to lead with purpose, build community, and achieve ambitious goals for all.
We are committed to supporting Principals in their mission to create transformational schools. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development, we ensure you have the resources and opportunities to thrive as a leader. You’ll be supported by a collaborative KIPP Team and Family, with access to robust networks of peers and staff dedicated to helping you succeed.
At KIPP NC, our collective ambition is a future without limits for every student. As a Principal, you’ll play a pivotal role in turning that vision into reality—one school, one student, every day.
Join KIPP NC and lead the charge in shaping brighter futures for our communities.
Role Overview:
The Principal’s primary job is to drive academic and character outcomes for students. We expect our Principals to focus the majority of their time on instructional leadership, specifically all of the activities involved in leading and developing teachers to improve their instruction and drive student achievement.
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to and supervised by the Head of Schools, the Principal will lead all instructional activities and programming with the goal of setting a clear school vision that is ambitious and rigorous, while driving student achievement and instructional leadership.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Instructional Leadership
Manage People
Build Relationships
Operational Management
The Principal manages the Director of School Operations, so the following the principal owns through the support of the DSO.
Competencies: The exceptional candidate will excel in the following competencies:
Qualifications:
Required:
Preferred:
Additional Information
Compensation
We currently offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:
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