What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal position at The Greene School?
About The Greene School
The Greene School (TGS) is a public charter high school located in West Greenwich, Rhode Island, serving approximately 200 students in grades 9–12. Our students come from the entire state of RI - including urban, rural and suburban areas. We are rooted in EL Education (Expeditionary Learning model) and grounded in a commitment to environmental education, student agency, and authentic learning experiences for students from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
TGS has recently received state approval to expand to a 6–12 configuration, adding a middle school program that will deepen our continuum of learning and strengthen our community. This is an exciting moment in our school's history — and an equally exciting time to step into school leadership.
The Opportunity
The Greene School is seeking a visionary and grounded School Principal to provide instructional and operational leadership for our school community. Reporting to the Head of School, the Principal will serve as the day-to-day instructional leader: building teacher capacity, nurturing a strong school culture, and ensuring that every student experiences rigorous, engaging, and meaningful learning.
This role is ideal for an educator who is deeply committed to progressive, expeditionary education; who understands the unique promise of charter schools to serve as laboratories of innovation; and who brings both warmth and high expectations to their leadership practice.
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Leadership
Champion the EL Education model and support teachers in delivering high-quality Expeditionary Learning experiences
Lead instructional coaching cycles in partnership with the school's instructional coach
Use data, including student assessment results and feedback, to guide school improvement decisions
Facilitate professional development that is practical, collaborative, differentiated and grounded in TGS's model
Partner with members of the leadership team in a collaborative manner to meet the diverse needs of all students and all members of the teachers and support staff.
School Culture & Community
Build and sustain a positive, inclusive, and student-centered school culture
Maintain strong relationships with students, families, and community partners
Lead Restorative Practices and support staff in addressing student needs holistically
Serve as a visible, accessible, and caring presence in the day-to-day life of the school
Operations & Management
Oversee daily school operations including scheduling, staffing, safety and compliance
Supervise and evaluate instructional staff in alignment with Rhode Island educator evaluation frameworks
Collaborate with the Head of School on strategic planning, including the school's 6–12 expansion
Ensure fidelity to the school's charter and applicable state and federal regulations
Who We're Looking For
The ideal candidate leads with both head and heart. They are a skilled instructional leader who can develop teachers and build coherent systems — and they are equally capable of showing up for a student in crisis, facilitating a community meeting, or developing/leading engaging professional development. They believe that adults thrive in the same conditions as students: clear expectations, genuine and reciprocal feedback, collaborative structures, and meaningful work.
We are especially interested in candidates who see the 6–12 expansion not as a challenge to manage, but as an opportunity to build something lasting.
Compensation & Benefits
The Greene School offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision and life insurance; retirement contributions; and meaningful professional development aligned with the school's model.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following materials to the Head of School at The Greene School:
Cover letter (no more than one page) describing your interest in TGS, your leadership philosophy, and your experience with Expeditionary Learning or project-based learning
Current résumé
Three professional references (with names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses)