Principal (Cleveland)

About the Team

Constellation Schools was founded in 2001 out of a community desire to offer an educational choice that balances academic achievement with life skills, character education, and social-emotional learning. Today, Constellation Schools comprise 15 learning communities operated by ACCEL Schools, one of the nation's leading charter school management companies. Our schools have garnered numerous accolades, including the US Department of Education's Blue Ribbon award and multiple School of Promise and Momentum awards from the Ohio Department of Education.

Our mission is to provide every child an opportunity to obtain an excellent education built on a foundation of character education for lifelong success. We strive to create exceptional learning communities characterized by high expectations and academic excellence, where teachers are inspiring and committed to the success of every student, and students are actively engaged life-long global learners.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly-qualified Principal for our Cleveland, Ohio campus for the 2026-2027 school year. As the instructional and administrative leader of the campus, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and achievement of the school's academic vision, student advancement, and daily operations.

In this role, you will ensure successful academic outcomes for all students while employing long-term instructional sustainability measures. You will lead the strategic instructional design, direct instructional coaching and evaluation, and utilize assessment data to guide instruction. Your day-to-day will involve observing classes, reviewing lesson plans, and facilitating a growth-focused professional environment for staff. You will also manage the school's daily operations, including facilities, budget, and compliance, while partnering with the Home Office/Operations Team to ensure all regulatory requirements are met.

Beyond academics, you will serve as the point person to the local community, effectively communicating the school's mission and vision. You will cultivate partnerships with external organizations, engage parents through regular communication and home visits, and coordinate community involvement projects. Your leadership will be defined by grit, perseverance, and a "can-do" attitude as you work to meet goals related to student achievement and school culture.

Hiring Process

Candidates selected for this position will undergo a comprehensive review process including background checks and verification of licensure. Specific interview stages and timelines will be communicated directly to shortlisted applicants.

Equal Opportunity

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status, marital status, familial status, gender, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.