Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Real Journey Academies - Ontario, CA 91764Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 Salary/yearREAL Journey Academies (RJA) is a non-profit charter school management organization committed to increasing college entrance and graduation rates for underserved students. We aim to impact and revitalize communities through the development of education and supportive partnerships.
Job Purpose:
REAL Journey Academies is seeking a highly innovative Principal to lead a talented and mission- driven staff committed to achieving high levels of student success. This individual will work closely with executive leadership to implement the instructional vision and drive strong
academic outcomes.
The Principal should possess a deep knowledge of teaching and instruction, along with demonstrated success in engaging and inspiring a school community. This position serves as the educational leader and is responsible for the leadership, administration, and management of all site-based matters.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Academics and School Culture
Build a strong school-wide sense of community among students, staff, and families to support RJA’s mission and values
Create a positive, results-oriented culture focused on student achievement and collaborative leadership
Responsible for curriculum, instruction, student assessment, staffing, facilities, student welfare, attendance, discipline, community relations, and student activities
Design and implement student achievement plans informed by data, assessments, and stakeholder feedback
Maintain a safe and productive learning environment
Plan, facilitate, and attend meetings with families and stakeholders
Oversee communication with families and the broader community
Foster collaboration and continuous improvement through effective staff engagement
Staff Leadership & Development
Serve as the administrative and instructional leader of the site
Supervise and evaluate personnel
Promote a collaborative and growth-oriented professional culture
Provide ongoing instructional support and timely feedback to staff
Support recruitment and enrollment efforts to meet organizational goals
Facilitate professional development and staff meetings aligned with organizational priorities
School Operations
Oversee site operations in coordination with organizational leadership
Collaborate with departments such as operations, academics, and student services
Participate in personnel decisions, including hiring, discipline, and termination
Develop and implement operational procedures aligned with organizational goals and compliance requirements
Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of students, staff, and visitors
Physical Demands
Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects
Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods
Ability to perform computer-based work, including typing
Salary and Benefits
This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated educator to assume a fundamental role in an innovative school environment
We pride ourselves in offering a competitive benefits package that covers full benefits (medical, dental, vision, and life) as well as voluntary benefits, paid time off, and CalSTRS
Qualifications
Valid California Administrative Credential
Valid California Teaching Credential
Minimum of five (5) years of successful certificated experience
At least three (3) years of leadership experience in an educational setting