School Site Lead

We believe every learner deserves a safe place to grow. At New Story Schools, teams unite academics and therapeutic supports to help students ages 5–21 build skills for life. If collaboration, compassion, and data-informed practice drive you, join us.

As a School Site Lead at New Story Schools, you will serve as the driving force behind your school's success. You will guide teams to deliver consistent, high-quality instruction and behavioral support. Your leadership will directly impact student growth, staff development, and overall school culture. The School Site Lead plays a critical role in creating a safe, structured, and high-quality learning environment for students with diverse needs.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of five years of experience in special education or direct student services
• Demonstrated school leadership experience, including the ability to supervise, coach, and develop staff
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and reliability in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of behavior science principles and evidence-based special education practices
• Experience serving as a school principal or in a comparable leadership role within a similar educational environment
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Supervise, coach, and develop staff using behavior science principles
• Oversee daily school operations, ensuring alignment with program model and compliance requirements
• Support high-quality implementation of student programming and special education services
• Serve as the primary liaison between New Story Schools and district leadership, ensuring clear communication, strong partnership, and alignment with district expectations and agreements
• Monitor and support the overall health of the district partnership, proactively addressing concerns, and ensuring a positive and collaborative experience
• Build and maintain effective relationships with families and outside professionals
• Manage school facility, property, and overall safety standards
• Model professionalism, follow policies, implement feedback, and attend required meetings
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality and completing assigned duties
  
  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you
  
  

New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.