PRINCIPAL - High School (Early College Academy) for 2025-26 en Natomas Charter School

Under the general direction of the Executive Director / Superintendent or designee, the Early College Academy Principal is the lead administrator for the school's hybrid independent study college program. In this role, the Academy Principal is responsible for the leadership of the 9th-12th grade academic program and daily operations for 140 students. The Early College Academy program consists of college-preparatory course content aligned with UC/CSU a-g requirements, along with a dual enrollment partnership with Los Rios Community College District. Among the primary goals and objectives of the position is to assure a positive and supportive learning environment for the academy's students, staff, and families. The ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse high school students and independent study instructional models. While a preliminary or clear administrative credential is not required, it is highly encouraged. As a small academy, the Academy Principal may also need to occasionally oversee student independent study, so a valid California teaching credential (multiple subject or single subject) is required for the position. This is a wonderful opportunity for an instructional leader to work with a highly collaborative group of teachers and staff in a unique and highly supportive environment. The Early College Academy has a highly supportive and culturally diverse community of parents and families who work closely with school administration, teachers, and staff.

In order to be considered for the position, please attach the following:

Experience: - Minimum of five years of experience in a public and/or private school instructional setting with increasing responsibility in a program management/leadership position. - Minimum of three years of experience with K-12 students, high school preferred. - Experience with curriculum development, leading professional learning, and coaching teachers and staff. Required Education and Certifications: - Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree. Graduate Degree is preferred. - Valid California Teaching Credential - Preliminary or Clear California Administrative Services Credential (Strongly Encouraged) or Interest in Starting the Program (Required if no Admin Credential)

Placement on the Administrative Salary Schedule (Principal 200 Days)

Natomas Charter School (NCS), established in 1993, is a California Distinguished School celebrating over three decades of excellence in public education. Serving more than 1,800 students across grades TK–12 in five distinct academies, NCS consistently ranks in the top 10% of California public schools for graduation and college acceptance rates. Why Natomas Charter School Stands Out • Learning Guarantee: NCS is built upon three core pillars—Students First, Accountability, and Innovation—and designs curriculum that is purposeful, hands-on, and relevant to challenge and support today’s learners. • Diverse & Inclusive Community: Proudly serving one of the nation’s most racially, linguistically, and LGBTQ+ diverse communities, NCS fosters a well-rounded and inclusive environment with curriculum and staff members reflective of our students’ diverse identities. • Celebrated Academically & Artistically: The school frequently earns top local and statewide distinctions, including a Niche “Best Charter” ranking and national recognition for college prep and advanced arts programs. • Stable, Supportive Staff: With an annual staff retention rate often over 95%, many educators and administrators build long-term careers at NCS. The school provides CalSTRS and CalPERS retirement options. Five Unique Academies (TK–12) 1. Leading Edge Academy (6–8) – A small format middle school program that emphasizes hands on, project-based learning, technology, sports and community engagement. 2. PACT Academy (TK–8) – Homeschooling with community, where parents and educators’ work together to design curriculum that support each student’s needs and interests along with in person workshops and activities. 3. Performing & Fine Arts Academy (6–12) – An award-winning college-preparatory program that Integrates rigorous academics with intensive arts training. 4. Early Learning Academy (9–12) – A hybrid college preparatory program that makes use of online curriculum, in-person workshops, and college dual enrollment classes. 5. Star Academy (TK–5) – A comprehensive elementary program that focuses on developing strong math, literacy, science, and language arts skills, along with a focus on kindness and social emotional learning.