Job Description
Lead the Future of Secondary Education at Lighthouse Preparatory Academy
Are you ready to shape the next generation of global leaders? Lighthouse Preparatory Academy, a premier college-preparatory institution located in the prestigious community of Greenwich, CT, is actively seeking an inspiring, visionary, and collaborative High School Principal to lead our exceptional faculty and student body.
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an empathetic yet decisive administrator who champions academic rigor, fosters a deeply inclusive school culture, and skillfully manages complex operational dynamics. As Principal, you will report directly to the Head of School, serving as the chief academic and operational officer for our high school division.
Your mission will be to cultivate an environment where critical thinking, holistic wellness, and ethical citizenship flourish. If you are a passionate advocate for student voice, a mentor of top-tier educators, and a strategic partner for families, we invite you to apply and make a profound impact on our vibrant community.
Responsibility
- Provide visionary instructional leadership to ensure a rigorous, relevant, and engaging curriculum aligned with college-readiness standards.
- Build and sustain a positive, safe, and inclusive school culture promoting student voice, belonging, and character development.
- Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and retain high-performing faculty and staff aligned with the school's mission.
- Oversee school operations, budget management, and strategic resource allocation to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Develop and implement long-term strategic plans in collaboration with the Head of School and Board of Trustees.
- Foster strong communication and partnerships with parents, alumni, and the wider Greenwich community.
- Champion data-driven decision-making to close achievement gaps and enhance student outcomes for all learners.
- Ensure full compliance with all state, local, and national accreditation standards.
Qualification
- Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or related field; Doctorate strongly preferred.
- Valid State of Connecticut Administrator/Supervisor Certification (092) required.
- Minimum of 7 years of successful teaching experience and 5 years of school administrative/supervisory experience.
- Proven track record of improving student achievement, teacher effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence.
- Deep knowledge of current best practices in secondary curriculum design, instruction, assessment, and SEL.
- Experience with strategic planning, complex budget management, and facilities oversight.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school environment.