Principal

The Principal at Rooted School Indianapolis is the steward of both instructional excellence and the lived experience of the ROCK—our shared commitment to community, and financial freedom. In a small, intentionally designed high school, this role is deeply personal and highly visible. The Principal ensures that every student is known, challenged, and supported, and that every classroom reflects rigorous, high-impact instruction aligned to a clear pathway toward financial freedom.

Requirements

• Demonstrates a passion for and commitment to Rooted's mission
• Thrives in a highly dynamic, startup environment (comfort with change, strong initiative)
• At least five years' experience in successfully leading charter high schools with high needs populations
• Holds advanced degree in education (Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job)
• Shows unwavering commitment to transparency and open-mindedness
• Exhibits exceptional ability to hold leaders, teammates, partners, and stakeholders accountable while concurrently building secure relationships rooted in authenticity and genuine connection
• Deeply invested in, and has experience in, creating and executing innovative educational models
• Record of success in coaching, growing and managing adults
• Record of success in creating and managing efficient, trusting and highly effective teams
• Strong skills in analyzing student data, coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making
• Extraordinary initiative in creation, iteration and improvement of systems and structures
• Committed to researching and remaining abreast of relevant best practices in curriculum and instruction, restorative practices, adult development, blended learning models, operational health and any others that may advance our mission

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to lead a small, intentionally designed high school
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment