About Us

Brilla Public Charter Schools is a network of K-8th grade schools that currently serves 1,800 students from Mott Haven, University Heights, and other neighborhoods in the Bronx. The network is growing from its current four elementary and two middle schools to five elementary and five middle schools educating some 4,000 students in the Bronx and Paterson, NJ. The Charter Management Organization (CMO) for Brilla Schools Network is Seton Education Partners, an organization inspired by the Catholic educational tradition, that also manages the Seton Teaching Fellows missionary program and El Camino, an optional after-school Catholic faith formation program. At the heart of the Seton educational mission is our dedication to help students become young men and women of good character and spirit who are prepared for excellence in high school, college, and beyond. 

Brilla combines a Classical approach to education – an emphasis on a content-rich curriculum, inquiry-driven instruction, and virtue formation that fosters an appreciation of Truth, Beauty, and Goodness – with individualized instructional support. We approach the formation of our students holistically and maintain high academic expectations. Ours is a joyful community that honors the dignity of each student, our staff members, and the families we serve.

Position Overview

Brilla Public Charter Schools is seeking a dynamic and experienced Floating Administrator to join our team. The Floating Administrator will serve across all New York Brilla Schools to cover potential absences or extended leaves of absence for administrators such as principals and assistant principals. Additionally, they will provide support and leadership to campuses that need assistance. This position is designed as a pipeline role for individuals who aspire to serve as Brilla Principals in the future.

Core Competencies & Responsibilities

• Serve as a substitute administrator across all Brilla Schools, including filling in for principals and assistant principals during absences or extended leaves.
• Provide support and leadership to school campuses, ensuring continuity in instructional management, collaboration, communication, and staff and student culture management.
• Demonstrate effective instructional management strategies and support teachers in implementing best practices.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment among staff members, promoting the One Brilla mentality.
• Adapt quickly to different school cultures, policies, and procedures, maintaining flexibility in assignments and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with school leadership teams to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance overall school performance.
• Maintain open communication with school administrators, teachers, staff, and parents to address concerns and ensure alignment with Brilla's mission and values.
• Serve as a mentor and coach to aspiring school leaders within the organization.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a principal or assistant principal in a K-8 educational setting required.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in instructional management, collaboration, communication, and staff and student culture management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others toward shared goals.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Brilla Public Charter Schools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to work as part of a team and support colleagues across multiple campuses.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying school contexts and responsibilities.

​Brilla provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

The base pay range for this position is $125,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year. Pay may vary within the stated range, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits will be provided.