Achievement First

Education

PrincipalAssistant

$58–75k New York, New York, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Principal Assistant at Achievement First. Skills: Administrative support, Communication, Organization. Manage internal communications. Manage external communications”

Industry & Context.

Education

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

2+ years executive assistant experience

Nice to Have

Bilingual in English and Spanish

What You'll Do.

Manage internal communications

Manage external communications

Ensure flawless scheduling

Serve as secretary for meetings

Prepare weekly communications

Assist Principal and Dean on projects

Process reimbursements

Complete complex projects

Maintain email correspondences

Maintain phone correspondences

Share office coordinator responsibilities

Assist with coordination of school events

Assist with test administration

Assist with test processing

Assist with production of school memos

Assist with distribution of school memos

Maintain organized office aesthetic

Maintain warm office aesthetic

Conduct supply inventory

Conduct equipment check

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with leadership teams; Work with school teams

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job Description

School Year: 2026-27 Start date: 7/15/2026 School: Multiple Locations Salary: $57,842- $75,471 About Achievement First: Change requires change agents. Across our growing network of high-performing public charter schools, our students in historically underserved communities enter our doors looking for a great education. We are looking for you. We are a network of innovators, of dedicated educators committed to pursuing excellence for ourselves and our students, of content nerds with a deep knowledge and love of subject matter, and of advocates with an unwavering commitment to inspiring all students to reach the high expectations that help them succeed. We believe in the fierce urgency of now. In our classrooms, our students benefit from high-quality, rigorous and engaging instruction infused with a contagious enthusiasm for content and learning. Our students know they can and will achieve, and every day we work to provide them with opportunities for deep intellectual engagement across all subjects and content areas. Our students will graduate from top colleges and universities and then will have access to all of the life and leadership opportunities that flow from a great education. Our students will change the world. About the Role: The Principal Executive Assistant will support the Principal and will work closely with other members of the school and leadership teams on various tasks and projects. The ideal candidate is highly personable, systematic, and extremely organized, who possess exceptional multi-tasking abilities and excellent written and verbal communication skills. They deeply believe in the Achievement First school model and is committed to helping build a network of high-performing schools. Responsibilities of the Principal Executive Assistant will include but are not limited to: Scheduling and Administrative Support Manage internal and external communications to ensure flawless scheduling Serve as a secretary for weekly meetings, prepare weekly communi

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