High School Principal in Denver, Colorado

Location

Denver, Colorado

Job Type

Full-time

Company

Pinnacle Charter School

The High School Principal is responsible for leading the strategic academic growth and achievement initiatives in the high school. The High School Principal will provide guidance and support to high school staff in the implementation of high-quality, evidence-based instructional strategies and practices while driving initiatives to continue to grow and develop staff.

Reporting Relationships Reports to: Chief Academic Officer (CAO)

Direct Reports: High School Assistant Principals, High School Teachers, High School Counselors, High School Paraprofessionals and High School Support Staff

Application Deadline The application deadline for this posting is 03/20/2026

Compensation This is a full-time, year-round position. Salary range is $112,008 - $162,411 annually, dependent upon education and experience. See a detailed outline of benefits and additional compensation at the bottom of the job description.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with CAO to implement the school’s strategic plan, focusing on meeting or exceeding Colorado Academic Standards and setting annual academic achievement and growth targets.

• Develop, lead, participate in, and facilitate Professional Development sessions ensuring the continuous improvement of teaching practices.

• Mentor, support, evaluate, and provide feedback to school team members, fostering effective instructional planning and delivery.

• Promote and model effective data use at all decision-making levels to enhance instruction, learning, and strategic planning.

• Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that values diversity and engages staff, students, parents, and the community.

• Engage with community members to develop partnerships that strengthen instructional programs and opportunities.

• Communicate effectively and support conflict resolution among students, staff, and families to maintain a welcoming, productive school environment.

• Work with the CAO, level principals, and Academic Support Team to ensure aligned curriculum and effective programming across all grade levels.

• Collaborate with the Academic Support Team to ensure compliance and quality service delivery for all students.

• Prepare and present reports on academic performance, activities, and initiatives to the CAO, CEO, School Board, School Accountability Committee and other community members.

• Plan and implement school-wide programs, including Career Pathways, 21st-century Work Skills, and industry engagement initiatives through ICAP.

• Stay informed on current trends and programs in CTE.

• Facilitate regular school team meetings for information distribution, staff development, and strategic goals alignment.

• Utilize assessment data to inform budgeting and resource allocation for instructional programs.

• Provide input into budget creation and manage all fiscal responsibilities required.

• Support the integration of technology into instruction across content areas.

• Collaborate with and support the Assistant Principal(s) and Dean(s) in managing student attendance, student behavior, and school operations.

Other

• Attend and participate in Pinnacle functions to foster strong relationships within the school community.

• Maintain and deepen professional learning through ongoing development.

• Ensure regular and timely attendance.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Licensing, and Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years successful teaching experience, preferably at the Secondary School level.

• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

• Experience with second language learners.

General Abilities, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Skills

• Ability to collaborate and communicate while embracing and appreciating the diverse background of students, parents, peers, and the community.

• Skilled facilitator and coordinator of professional development for teachers.

• Comfortable embracing and using education-related technology.

• Knowledge in the use of student performance data to drive instructional practices.

• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

• Commitment to mission and vision of the school.

• Creative and flexible in times of change.

• Demonstrated success as an innovator of creative solutions at work.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including restorative justice practices.

• Growth-oriented approach; always looking for ways to improve professionally.

• Professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.

Working Conditions Exposure/Noise Level Occasional exposure to airborne particles, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions. Normal school environment with moderate to high noise level.

Mental Functions Analyze, collaboration, communicate, compare, compilation of data, compute, coordinate, copy, direct, evaluate, instruct, interpersonal skills, present, report, synthesize.

Physical Activities Office environment including computer interface. Bend, reach, sit, stand, stoop, talk, walk, and heavy person-to-person interaction with students, parents, peers, and community members.

Weight and Force Demands Moderate physical activity (lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 25 pounds).

Other May be required to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work related functions.

Why work for Pinnacle? As a member of the Pinnacle PACK, you will have the opportunity to be influential every day and make an impact in the in the lives of our students and our larger community! Our team and school community are diverse and we embrace that diversity as an encouraging, friendly, open, and supportive team and school. We invest in our team members by providing a balanced, growth-oriented, and supportive work environment, while helping you achieve your career goals within and beyond Pinnacle. Additionally, we offer a robust, comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and AD&D plans (100% employer paid for the employee)!

• Participation in the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA (clickHEREto learn more)!

• PERA 401K, 403B, and Roth IRA retirement options!

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to include Healthcare and Dependent Care!

• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents!

• Short and Long Term Disability!

• Colonial add-ons to include accident, critical illness, and hospital plans!

• Employee Assistance Program with up to three free counseling sessions!

• Paid Time Off

• Vacation: 6 weeks/year

• PTO Days: 8/year

• Holiday Days: approximately 30/year (Based on 2024-2025 school calendar)

If you want to be part of a caring, supportive community and make a difference as part of the Pinnacle PACK, apply now! About Pinnacle Pinnacle Charter School has served the community for more than 20 years. Authorized by the Colorado Charter School Institute, the Pinnacle is a Title I K-12 school supporting more than 2,000 students in achieving excellence in all aspects of their lives. The K-8 building is located at 1001 West 84th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO. The high school is located at 8412 Huron Street, Thornton, CO. For more information visithttps://www.pinnaclecharterschool.org/.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Pinnacle Charter School is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug free work environment. We participate in E-Verify as part of our onboarding process. Colorado Residents In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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