Neighborhood Charter Schools, Chief Academic & Schools Officer
Edgility SearchNew York, New York, United States
Posted February 11, 2026
200000 - 220000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Neighborhood Charter Schools (NCS) is a public charter school network rooted in Harlem and the Bronx, serving students in an intentionally designed, inclusive learning community.
Job Description
Neighborhood Charter Schools seeks a Chief Academic & Schools Officer to lead the expansion of its K–12 network. The ideal candidate will have experience in school or network leadership, with a proven track record of clarifying vision, aligning stakeholders, and leading system-wide change. They will be responsible for defining and upholding the K–12 vision, refining the K–8 model, building coherent systems, and leading school and network leaders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- 10+ years experience in school or network leadership
- NY State SBL/SDL Certification Preferred
- Strong strategic and big-picture thinking
- Deep expertise in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and instructional leadership
- Proven ability to design and steward academic systems
- Strong track record of coaching, managing, and developing school and network leaders
- Alignment with NCS's mission, values, and deep commitment to equity for all students
Benefits
- Generous salary range
- Competitive compensation
- Full-time, NYC-based, in-person role with regular travel between Harlem and Bronx campuses
