TK-8 School Principal (26-27)

TK-8 School Principal (26-27) at Alpha Public Schools

About the Employer

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,800 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students.

Job Summary

Job Summary

A successful Principal at Alpha is a dynamic, equity-driven leader who fosters academic excellence, a positive school culture, and strong community engagement. They set a bold vision for student success, ensuring that all students achieve at high levels and are well-prepared for college. Through strategic planning, instructional leadership, and data-driven decision-making, they empower educators to refine their teaching practices and drive student mastery. By cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment, they promote student social-emotional growth and reinforce a college-going culture. As a people leader, they recruit, develop, and retain high-performing faculty, coaching school leaders and teachers to uphold high expectations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The principal engages families and the broader community, building meaningful partnerships to support student success. With a focus on operational efficiency and long-term sustainability, they monitor key performance indicators and implement systems that ensure strong academic outcomes, student engagement, and staff retention. Deeply committed to Alpha’s mission, the Principal will actively contribute to the network’s success – both as a member of Alpha’s Cabinet and as part of the school leadership team – to ensure, alongside colleagues, that the network is well-positioned to meet its north star goal of 75% of alumni graduating from a 4-year college within 6 years, as well as three research-backed milestones: Students read at or above grade level by the end of third grade. Students demonstrate algebra readiness by the end of 8th grade, positioning them for algebra and advanced math coursework in high school. Students complete the full A–G course sequence with grades of C or better and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA across those courses, ensuring eligibility for CSU/UC admission and preparation for long-term college success.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

Salary : $140,561