School Principal

ACCEL Schools

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Principal will serve as the instructional and operational leader of Founders Classical Academy Online, working closely with the Head of School and leadership team to ensure academic excellence, faculty development, and fidelity to the Founders mission in a virtual setting. The ideal candidate will bring both classical education expertise and strong administrative experience—balancing a deep understanding of the liberal arts tradition with the practical knowledge of Texas charter school compliance and online education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Minimum of 3 years teaching experience in classical education or liberal arts setting
Demonstrated administrative or leadership experience (e.g., Dean, Assistant Principal, Department Chair, or Program Director)
Comprehensive understanding of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), Core Knowledge sequence, literacy programs, and classical literature
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Commitment to the classical mission and virtue-based education

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Education, Liberal Arts, or related field
Texas Principal Certification (or equivalent administrative credential)
Experience with Texas graduation requirements, special programs (SPED, 504, RTI), and compliance systems
Experience with virtual instruction or online program administration
Familiarity with ResponsiveEd, Founders Classical Academies, or other classical charter networks

Responsibilities

Lead and support faculty in the consistent delivery of a classical curriculum aligned to the mission and vision of Founders Classical Academies.
Oversee curriculum implementation, including Core Knowledge, TEKS alignment, and Texas graduation requirements.
Supervise, coach, and evaluate instructional staff, fostering a culture of mentorship, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with state and district policies, including SPED, 504, MTSS, and other student support services.
Partner with the Head of School to develop, implement, and monitor school improvement initiatives, academic performance measures, and student success data.
Support the development and implementation of student discipline and character formation consistent with classical and virtuous education.
Collaborate with families and staff to cultivate a strong sense of community, transparency, and shared mission in the online environment.
Oversee daily campus operations, including scheduling, faculty assignments, and communication structures.
Lead state testing efforts with other operational staff.
Contribute to the recruitment, onboarding, and development of new teachers and staff as the program grows.

Benefits

Paid time off
Retirement contributions
Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary short-term disability insurance
Voluntary long-term disability insurance
Career advancement opportunities throughout Pansophic Learning and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals