HS Principal

About Brooklyn Lab Schools

Divided into two schools on a single, thoughtfully designed campus, Brooklyn LAB is a 6th-12th grade school dedicated to providing a high-quality educational experience that develops the whole student. Our modern, welcoming facility creates an environment where scholars feel safe, inspired, and ready to learn - with spaces designed to support rigorous academics, collaboration, creativity, and community.

We are united by a shared mission and vision for student success. We are dedicated to providing a high-quality educational experience that develops the whole child-academically, socially, and emotionally.

With high expectations for every student, a true village mentality, exceptional leadership, and strong partnerships with families grounded in consistent communication, we are unwavering in our commitment to delivering an outstanding education. Brooklyn LAB empowers scholars with the academic foundation and social-emotional skills necessary to thrive in college and beyond.

Our work extends beyond the classroom, as we intentionally support students' holistic development - inside and outside of the classroom -and prepare them for long-term success in school, career, and life.

Leading at Brooklyn Lab Schools

Leading at Brooklyn Lab is unlike working in a traditional educational environment. Our teachers know the individual strengths and areas for growth of each of their scholars, and our leaders know our scholars by name. By design, our schools are small communities where every scholar is known.

Our focus on the whole scholar and in building our school community has established Brooklyn Lab as one of the best schools in the country for academic growth, adding two and three years of academic growth on average for our scholars. We invite you to be part of a transformation in education and to inspire a diverse group of scholars with a lifelong love of learning.

About the High School Principal Position

The High School Principal serves as the senior academic and culture leader responsible for overseeing the performance and leadership of Brooklyn LAB's high school program. This role ensures that instructional staff are equipped to deliver the organization's academic model, maintain strong instructional practices, and foster a positive, achievement-oriented school culture.

The Principal provides coaching, accountability, and strategic direction to ensure the high school meets academic, operational, and cultural expectations and delivers high-quality professional development each week.

A successful candidate will be a highly effective instructional and school culture leader, a strong manager of teachers and leaders, and a systems thinker capable of aligning multiple teams around shared academic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

School Leadership

• Manage High School Leadership Team (HSLT) to meet and exceed ambitious goals and priorities.
• Directly supervise and coach high school teachers to ensure strong instructional leadership and effective school management.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability systems for teachers aligned with Brooklyn LAB's academic and cultural goals.
• Conduct regular school reviews, leadership meetings, and performance evaluations of teachers.
• Provide strategic oversight across staffing, scheduling, program implementation, and instructional priorities.
• Develop leadership capacity within the HSLT and grade level teams to ensure long-term organizational sustainability.

Instructional Leadership & Academic Excellence

• Ensure the successful implementation of Brooklyn LAB's academic model across all schools.
• Monitor academic performance, instructional quality, and student outcomes through regular data review and classroom observations.
• Partner with the Chief Academic Officer and SST to ensure high-quality curriculum implementation and instructional rigor for all students.
• Provide effective professional development and instructional coaching systems for teachers.
• Ensure vertical alignment of instruction and academic priorities across middle and high school programs.

Special Education Oversight

• Ensure the effective delivery of special education services and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Partner with Special Education leadership to ensure that students with disabilities receive high-quality instruction and appropriate supports.
• Monitor the implementation of IEPs, student support systems, and intervention programs.
• Ensure collaboration between general education and special education teams to support inclusive classroom environments and academic success.

School Culture & Student Experience

• Lead the organization's vision for strong and positive school culture across the high school.
• Support teachers in implementing consistent behavior expectations, restorative practices, and student engagement systems.
• Ensure that the school environment is safe, inclusive, and conducive to high academic expectations and student growth.
• Promote strong relationships with families and ensure consistent communication between schools and the broader community.

Other Duties as Assigned

• To meet the evolving needs of Brooklyn LAB Charter School and its students.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a high school principal or network leader
• Demonstrated success in improving student outcomes and leading high-performing instructional teams.
• Deep knowledge of instructional leadership, curriculum, and assessment practices.
• Experience managing and coaching school leaders or senior instructional staff.
• Strong understanding of special education systems and compliance requirements.
• Commitment to educational equity and the success of diverse student populations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational management skills.