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Are you ready for an exhilarating and rewarding challenge? The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is seeking a visionary leader to become the Founding Principal of AMS Las Vegas. This is a unique opportunity to shape a school from its inception, impacting the lives of students in underserved communities.
Your Mission:
As the Founding Principal, you will:
Craft the Vision: Collaborate with AMS leadership to develop and articulate a compelling vision for AMS Las Vegas, ensuring alignment with our mission of educational excellence.
Build from Scratch: Play a pivotal role in drafting the charter application, selecting the school's location, and designing the facility to create an optimal learning environment.
Engage the Community: Forge strong relationships with local families, community partners, and stakeholders to build a supportive and engaged school community.
Lead with Passion: Recruit, hire, and develop a team of dedicated educators and staff who share your commitment to transforming education.
Drive Academic Excellence: Implement rigorous curricula and innovative instructional strategies to ensure high academic achievement for all students.
The Journey Ahead:
This role begins as a volunteer position, serving as a vital member of the "Committee to Form," alongside educators, parents, business leaders, and professionals. The committee meets approximately 1-2 hours per month to provide input, develop plans, and guide the school's formation. This collaborative effort lays the groundwork for AMS Las Vegas's success.
Starting in December 2026, this position transitions to a full-time, salaried role as the school's doors open to students.
Who You Are:
A Visionary Leader: You have a clear, ambitious vision for educational excellence and the drive to bring it to life.
An Entrepreneurial Spirit: You're excited by the challenge of building something new and thrive in dynamic, evolving environments.
A Community Builder: You excel at forging meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders and understand the importance of community engagement in a school's success.
An Experienced Educator: You possess a strong background in educational leadership, with a track record of driving student achievement and fostering a positive school culture.
Why Join AMS?
Impact: Be at the forefront of transforming education for students in underserved communities, creating opportunities that change lives.
Growth: Lead the establishment of a new school with the support of AMS's proven network, offering opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Community: Join a collaborative, innovative, and excellence-driven environment that values diversity and inclusion.
AMS is committed to diversity and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a culture dedicated to educational excellence.
Application Process:
If you're inspired by this opportunity and ready to embark on this transformative journey, please submit your resume through our Careers at AMS page. We look forward to exploring how your vision and leadership can shape the future of AMS Las Vegas.
The Academies of Math and Science is an equal opportunity employer.
Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!
