NY Principal Assistant

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.

School Year: 2025‑2026

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, possessing exceptional multi-tasking abilities and excellent written and verbal communication skills. They deeply believe in the Achievement First school model and are committed to helping build a network of high-performing schools.

• Manage internal and external communications to ensure flawless scheduling
• Serve as a secretary for weekly meetings, prepare weekly communications to parents and staff, and assist the Principal and Dean on projects as needed
• Coordinate calendars for the Principal and leadership team
• Process mileage and credit card reimbursements

• Complete complex projects as identified to support the Principal and Director of School Operations

• Draft and edit documents to ensure accurate and effective communication
• Maintain daily email and phone correspondences

• Share office coordinator responsibilities
• Assist the Student Services Manager with coordination of school events, test administration and processing, production and distribution of school memos, etc.
• Maintain an organized and warm office aesthetic
• Conduct weekly supply inventory/equipment check and restocks as necessary

• Belief in the Achievement First mission and educational model
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Growth Mindset
• Solid technical skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Highly motivated and capable of seeing projects through from beginning to end
• Ability to work autonomously as well as take direction as needed
• Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and a “whatever it takes” disposition

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year institution.
• 1 year experience as an executive assistant or principal assistant highly preferred
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred

• Employees at Achievement First are provided with a competitive salary. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. Principal Assistants’ salaries range from $57,842–$75,471, based on experience.
• As a regular full time employee of Achievement First, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match and paid Family Leave.