Organization: BridgePrep Academy & SMART Management
Position: Principal
Location: Miami Gardens/ North Dade areas
Organization Description
SMART Management is a full-service education management company powering Pre-K–12 charter school networks across Florida. SMART believes every school is a unique learning environment, and the team works alongside school leaders and governing boards to build the systems needed for long-term success. BridgePrep Academy is the largest school network managed by SMART Management and consists of 21 schools. BridgePrep Academy's mission is to provide a challenging academic curriculum that includes an extended Spanish language program. Candidates may learn more about SMART at smartmgnt.com or BridgePrep Academy at bridgeprepacademy.com.
Job Description
The Principal is the instructional and cultural leader of the school, responsible for ensuring strong student achievement, effective teaching practices, a safe and positive school climate, and operational excellence. Reporting to the VP of Schools, the Principal manages all aspects of the campus, including instruction, staff development, student supports, parent engagement, operations, budget and compliance.
The Principal builds and leads a high-performing team, implements curriculum with fidelity, ensures strong learning environments, and drives the systems that lead to exceptional academic and operational outcomes. This role requires a dynamic instructional leader who can inspire teachers, hold high expectations, build effective systems, and cultivate a school culture where every student is known, supported, and successful.
Key Activities
Instructional Leadership & Curriculum Implementation
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Ensure every classroom delivers rigorous, standards-aligned instruction monitoring the curriculum, pacing, assessments and instructional framework.
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Lead weekly coaching cycles for teachers, instructional staff and admin team.
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Conduct weekly walkthroughs and provide real-time feedback to improve teaching.
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Manage and coach Assistant Principals and Instructional Coaches.
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Ensure full ESE and 504 compliance and high-quality inclusion practices.
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Ensure staffing allocations align to enrollment, FTE projections, and academic priorities.
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Make data-informed decisions around resource allocation (interventions, staffing, materials, programs)
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Ensure responsible use of funds and adherence to all financial policies and controls.
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Aim to end the year with a 3% positive fund balance.
Operations
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Ensure smooth daily campus operations that support a safe, orderly, and instructionally focused learning environment.
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Partner with the Dean of Operations to oversee enrollment, attendance, FTE reporting, scheduling, transportation, NSLP, and facilities.
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Maintain high standards for campus safety, cleanliness, and facility readiness.
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Ensure full compliance with district, state, and charter requirements, including audits and reporting deadlines.
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Lead crisis response and emergency preparedness, ensuring staff are trained and protocols are followed.
Mission
Ensure every classroom provides rigorous, student-centered learning and that all students receive the instruction, support, and culture they need to achieve academic success and personal growth.
Success in Year 1:
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School improves a school letter grade (A schools maintain the A)
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Hit enrollment target on FTE1 in October & FTE2 in February
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90% Student Persistence
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85% on Grade Level in Reading Mastery (K-2)
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85% Teacher Retention
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100% of graduates accepted to a college or university (High School)
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100% of juniors and seniors take ACT, SAT, CLE exams
Cultural Fit
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And How Are the Children?: When we make decisions, we first consider the impact on students.
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Big Rocks First: We focus our energy towards the most important work.
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Own It: We embrace our responsibilities.
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Expect More: We believe that all children can and will learn.
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Results Matter: We assess students consistently & review the data.
Reporting Structure
Reports to: VP of Schools
Manages: Admin team and Teachers
Collaborates with: Network Team and Campus Staff
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution (Master’s preferred)
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At least 3+ years of teaching experience
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3+ years of leadership experience; proven track record of achieving success and leading others
Reference Checks
All final candidates for this position will be asked to arrange three reference checks one of which must be with a former manager.
Applicants may review additional information about the Clearinghouse and screening process here:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com
