Achievement First

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We set high expectations so that our students can exceed them. We are preparing our students for success in college, career and life. We are also a fully “open source” organization. We want to help all of us go further, faster toward the goal of providing an excellent education for every child, everywhere.

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All Achievement First students know they can and will go to college.

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Every day, students in our schools across Connecticut, Brooklyn and Rhode Island are solving for x and shattering stereotypes, winning debate tournaments and football games and preparing for their futures as college graduates.

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Achievement First schools emphasize the REACH values—Respect, Enthusiasm, Achievement, Citizenship and Hard Work.

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We refuse to accept a world where social injustices stand as barriers to our students’ success. Our students can not only achieve on par with their affluent peers across the country, they can achieve alongside the highest-performing students in the world. Our students will redefine what excellence looks like.

Every year, our seniors gain acceptance to colleges and universities across the country.

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Every day, we work hard to fulfill our mission: to deliver on the promise of equal educational opportunity for all of America's children. We believe that all children, regardless of race or economic status, can succeed if they have access to a great education.

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We believe a great education can level the playing field, break the cycle of poverty and create a brighter future for all of us.

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Our students are all admitted by blind lottery and we serve all students, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities. We have no admissions tests or fees.

Students, teachers and parents work as a team to achieve success.

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Teaching and leading at Achievement First means being a part of an awesomely powerful team of tireless educators and specialists, incredible families, and students who are working every day toward improving themselves and our world.

We develop, recognize and reward teachers through constant professional development and the Teacher Career Pathway.

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Every day, we’re working toward social justice and better educational opportunities not just for our students, but for all students.Without you—our partners, friends, board members, donors, community leaders and neighbors—our work would not be possible.

We host hundreds of visitors—including community members, elected officials and educators—in our schools each year.

School Leadership at Achievement First

The leaders of Achievement First are part of a powerful and resourceful team—a team of indomitable educators, families and students—who all work hard every day to improve ourselves and our world.

Our leaders bring dedication, passion, high expectations, affirmation and caring to school every day as our kids grow from kindergarten through high school graduation. Our leaders don't want to simply be part of a charter network, but want to join a committed team that chooses to row together, care for one another and amplify their collective impact.

Leading with Achievement First

At Achievement First, we know a dynamic school leadership team is vital when it comes to fulfilling our mission of providing an excellent and equitable education to all of our scholars. We're looking for school leaders with proven track-records of inspiring teachers and scholars to exceptional outcomes. Because we think that caring about your people means investing in their growth and future.

Click below to read about our leadership roles.

Principals

Principals are responsible for the overall vision and management of their schools. They are charged with leading academic initiatives and programs related to school culture that will lead to student achievement and a strong school environment. Principals also oversee the professional development of all instructional staff and coach a portfolio of teachers and deans. View the full job description or start your application here.

Principals-in-Residence

The principal-in-residence program is a two-year residency for future principals to grow, plan and learn as they prepare to lead an Achievement First school. Principals-in-residence are part of a cohort that provides many opportunities to collaborate, learn and exchange best practices throughout the two years. Click here to learn more.

Academic Deans

Academic Deans work to ensure that every student reaches the ambitious goals for schoolwide levels of mastery. They coach a portfolio of teachers and frequently assumes ownership of a particular subject or grade level. View the full job description or start your application here.

Deans of School Culture

The Dean of School Culture leads school-wide efforts to build and maintain a strong, positive, achievement-oriented school where scholars grow in a warm and joyful environment. They coach a portfolio of teachers and frequently assumes ownership of a particular subject or grade level. View the full job description or start your application here.

Deans of Special Services

The Dean of Special Services drives ambitious student achievement by overseeing the IEP process and special services, serving as a liaison to the local special education authority and managing the learning specialists, interventionists and special education teachers at the school and reports to the principal. View the full job description or start your application here.

Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island are accepting applications.

Learn More

For a glimpse into life at AF, visit the Achievement First Blog for stories from our teachers, students and parents.

Stay in Touch

If you have any additional questions about school leadership at Achievement First or the application process, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Director of School Leader Recruitment, Hallie Slamowitz, at hallieslamowitz@achievementfirst.org.

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