Elementary School Principal

• Do you want to help create a more just and kind world?
• Do you believe that diversity is a powerful strength for a school community?
• Do you want to ensure that every student can be successful and prepared to thrive in college, career, and life?
  
  

You Are

A kind, communicative, social justice leader that seeks an Elementary School Principal position, with a strong belief in the power of academic rigor and aligned supports to prepare students to thrive in college, career, and life. You want to be part of a school community dedicated to creating a more just and equitable world. You have a growth mindset, want to develop the perspective, agency, and urgency to make a positive impact in the world around you, and take actions that promote justice and equity in your community.

We are E.L. Haynes.

A learning community where every student – of every race, socioeconomic status, home language, and ability – prepares to thrive in college, career, and life. Together, we create a more just and kind world.

Founded in 2004 and named for the first African-American woman to earn her Ph.D. in Mathematics, the award-winning E.L. Haynes Public Charter School serves nearly 1,200 students in grades Pre-K 3 through 12th grade. E.L. Haynes operates two campuses in the Petworth neighborhood of Northwest Washington, DC, and offers a rigorous educational program designed to prepare students to succeed in the college of their choice.

We believe that our most significant contribution to ending systemic injustice is through purposefully empowering our diverse community— as individuals and as a collective— with the skills and conviction to be effective leaders for equity.

Our mission of student success is inextricably linked with our commitment to equity and the daily efforts of every member of our community to live our motto: Be Kind, Work Hard, and Get Smart.

About The Position

As a member of the Core Leadership Team, the Elementary School Principal will have a unique opportunity to lead the school’s implementation and execution of key strategies to achieve outstanding results of all students aligned to the E.L. Haynes Graduate Profile. The Principal is critical to the success of the vision and mission and has the rare challenge of preparing a student body of 400 scholars from throughout D.C.

The Elementary School Principal is responsible for leading their team to support students to achieve dramatic outcomes, while offering an exciting program of core academics and electives, that lead to all students being prepared for success in high school. The Principal will be responsible for creating a vision for the elementary school aligned to the mission of E.L. Haynes, ensuring the effective supervision and support of instructional staff, and engaging families in support of every student. In order to lead the remarkable elementary school staff they must have content expertise in order to coach teachers and guide their development.

The Principal will work closely with other members of the Core Leadership Team, including the Chief Executive Officer; Principal Supervisor, Managing Director of Curriculum Instruction and Assessment, Managing Director of Student Support Services, Chief Talent Officer, Chief Operating Officer, the Middle and High School Principals, and the Elementary School Leadership Team to provide consistent, effective school leadership. The Elementary School Principal will report to the Principal Supervisor.

You Will Lead

Teaching and Learning

• Oversees and supports the effective, consistent teaching practices as described in the E.L. Haynes Teacher Observation Rubric;
• Supports individual teachers in improving instructional practice and reaching personal goals;
• Plans and facilitates biweekly Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) meetings;
• Supervises the Assistant Principals, Assistant Director of Student Support Services, Culture Coach, and Instructional Coaches.
• Diagnoses and monitors student learning, instruction, and curriculum with data; and
• Communicates with parents about the instructional program at Haynes;
• Supports the implementation of a comprehensive academic and elective program.
  
  

School Culture

• Communicates the organization and school’s vision and builds teams to support the mission and values;
• Motivates adults to demonstrate their belief that all students can learn at high levels, and to accept responsibility for students meeting their achievement goals;
• Uses knowledge of restorative justice and effective practices to support equity and student agency;
• Fosters student leadership, efficacy and stewardship;
• Is accessible to students and parents; and
• Engages families and larger community in the life of the school.
  
  

Aligned Staff

• Develops annual strategic staffing plan in collaboration with the Senior Academic Leadership Team and Chief Talent Officer;
• Works with the Chief Talent Officer to recruit, select, and evaluate high quality staff;
• Plans and leads weekly professional development aligned with the school’s goals;
• Plans professional development for new staff with Core Leadership Team;
• Facilitates the setting of campus and grade level SMARTIE goals;
• Meets with teachers about individual professional development goals;
• Seeks professional development opportunities for entire staff;
• Leads a high functioning Instructional Leadership Team (ILT); and
• Prepares weekly staff notes to provide ongoing communication with teachers and campus staff.
  
  

Systems and Operations

• Works with the Operations Manager to manage day-to-day operations of the campus;
• In conjunction with the Senior Academic Leadership Team, develops a master schedule for all grade levels and content areas that aligns with the needs of all students;
• Develops inclusion and multilingual learning schedule with Assistant Director of Student Support Services and Multilingual Learning Specialists;
• Attends Board meetings and the Board’s School Performance Committee meetings, as needed;
• Works with other Principals and Finance team to draft annual budget; and
  
  

Personal Leadership

• Models the behaviors of effective leadership: goal-oriented, facilitative, resilient, adaptive, belief-based action, and cultural competence;
• Demonstrates self awareness and commitment to ongoing learning;
• Sets ambitious targets and maintains a relentless focus to achieve school goals; and
• Takes personal responsibility for student achievement and success.
  
  

Qualifications

You have:

• A belief that all children, from every background, must receive an excellent, college-preparatory education, and are able to reach high levels of achievement;
• Fully embraces serving students with special needs and language acquisition needs;
• A track record of success as Principal or Assistant Principal of a high performing school, and/or has led dramatic increases in student achievement;
• A minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, preferable in a core content area (i.e. Math, English, Science or Social Studies);
• Some knowledge and/or context of public education in the District of Columbia;
• Demonstrated ability to coach, lead, and collaborate with adults from a diverse range of perspectives and backgrounds;
• Demonstrated ability to build and keep strong relationships with diverse students and families;
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal);
• Exceptional analytical skills and data management;
• Strong systems thinking and management;
• Ability to build strong, authentic relationships and credibility with people across roles and teams;
• Self-motivation, especially when juggling competing priorities;
• Ability to think strategically, translate thoughts into action, and follow through with all details; and
• Humility, a sense of humor, and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Master’s degree required.
  
  

We Look Forward to Meeting You!

We proactively recruit, intentionally develop, and deeply value all members of our diverse and highly talented staff community. Our work environment fosters inclusion and authenticity, supporting all staff to thrive in their roles and maximize their impact on our students.

Our hiring process consists of an online application, an initial virtual interview, a performance task, and a panel interview. Please see more here.

E.L. Haynes offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $165,000.

Spanish speakers and people of color are encouraged to apply.

We At E.L. Haynes

• Lead for Equity: We challenge ourselves and each other to interrupt inequities and build equitable alternatives.
• Choose Joy: We find, bring, and share the joy in our work every day. We practice gratitude, celebrate wins, and offer praise.
• Achieve Excellence: We deliver high-quality work every day. We set ambitious goals, embrace challenges, and hold ourselves and each other to high standards.
• Own Our Learning: We model a growth mindset for our students. We own our actions, mistakes, and learning. We continually look for ways to improve and produce high-quality work.
• Succeed Together: We value every member of our community and treat each other with kindness and care. We build meaningful relationships with students, families, and each other. We achieve more through collaboration and teamwork.
  
  

We Are Different. We Are

• A diverse and inclusive community, with nearly 70% of our staff identifying as people of color.
• The hub of the neighborhood. We are a community school and partner with neighborhood organizations to provide our families with comprehensive medical, dental, and mental health services.
• A place where all community members have their voices heard in the decision-making process.
• A school where students learn in a rigorous and coherent PK-12 environment.
  
  

About Our Academic Program

Please read more about our academic program here.

Compensation: Haynes offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including an automatic 403b contribution, comprehensive health benefits, and generous PTO/vacation. To learn more about our benefits, click here. To learn more about our Principal Salary Scale, click here.