2025-26 Elementary School Assistant Principal of Student Services

About Us

Brilla Schools, a growing K-8 network in the Bronx, serves over 2,000 students with plans to expand to educate 3,000 across four elementary and four middle schools. Managed by Seton Education Partners, Brilla Schools are dedicated to forming students of strong wisdom and virtue.  Our classically inspired approach to education combines a content-rich curriculum, inquiry-driven learning, and a focus on virtues, while providing individualized support to meet each child’s unique needs.  A national leader in character education and supporting students with varying needs, over the past two years, Brilla alumni have secured spots in the most prestigious high schools in the tri-state area, earning over $3 million in scholarships and financial aid. Our staff are mission-aligned change-makers who believe in fostering a joyful, rigorous learning environment, and Brilla offers some of the most competitive salaries in the market to honor their dedication. With high expectations and a supportive community, we’re preparing students to excel in high school, college, and beyond.

Position Overview
The Assistant Principal of Student Services is dedicated to the premise that every student enrolled in a school of the Brilla Schools Network has inestimable dignity and worth and that the life-long path should be open to all. The Assistant Principal of Student Services is responsible for directing and facilitating the campus-based support of diverse learners by ensuring that compliance mandates are met for students receiving specialized services. The Assistant Principal of Student Services manages and develops the school-based Student Services Team, composed of grade-level Learning Specialists, school Social Workers, Speech Pathologists, and related service providers. Reporting to the School Principal and network Director of Student Services, the Assistant Principal of Student Services is directly responsible for implementing Brilla’s Multi-tiered Student Supports framework, ensuring all federal and state compliance regulations are met, creating related service providers’ schedules and communicating regularly with outside agencies, managing direct communication with the Committee for Special Education, and analyzing school-based and student-based data for interventions. The Assistant Principal of Student Services is a strategic thinker and team leader, works diligently and proactively to problem-solve collaboratively, and inspires and coaches a team of staff to be high-quality practitioners. 

Core Competencies & Responsibilities

• Coordinate, administer, and ensure compliance with NYSED regulations, emphasizing collaboration with the NYC Department of Education.
• Integrate special education services through collaboration with school teams.
• Craft and review IEPs to reflect the  specific requirements and ambitions of the student population
• Oversee annual reviews and reevaluations and ensure timely, accurate reporting to city and state agencies.
• Monitor and report on the efficacy of the special education program to school leadership and governance boards.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, counselors, advisors, and relevant personnel for seamless service provision.
• Lead and facilitate special education meetings, interfacing with NYC DOE representatives and stakeholders.
• Engage parents, guardians, and the local community to foster a partnership supporting the unique student population.
• Manage the special education budget, ensuring alignment with charter guidelines and collaboration with the school's financial team.
• Stay updated on NYC-specific special education initiatives, research, and best practices.
• Provide, promote, and participate in professional development opportunities to keep staff current with special education practices.
• Lead the development and implementation of best practices as the Special Education Inclusion Coordinator.
• Ensure student success by working closely with staff, students, and families, addressing challenges effectively.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant laws and policies regarding student IEPs and 504s
• Coordinate with the Committee on Special Education (CSE) for securing and managing relevant service providers, including screenings.
• Oversee integrated co-teaching classrooms and support services personnel.
• Manage the evaluation process, including classroom observations and testing, and advocate for classroom accommodations.
• Work closely with families in all grades to support student's academic and social-emotional growth through the IEP process.
• Maintain student records related to special education issues and prepared reports for regulatory agencies.
• Use standards-based assessment data to refine and differentiate curriculum and instruction.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, school leaders, and families to analyze trends in student work samples and assessments.
• Gather academic growth data and write goals for annual IEP meetings
• Provide pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one instruction, implementing strategies for differentiated instruction.
• Support enrollment processes and contribute to a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS).
• Provide coaching and observation for Multilingual Learners (MLL) Specialists, Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP), and Special Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS) provided by Learning Specialists and  Behavior Specialists.
• Address student well-being by focusing on social-emotional needs and fostering a positive school culture.
• Perform Other Duties as Assigned
  

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field.
• Possession of current Special Education, ESL, or ELL teaching certification. 
• 3+ years of relevant urban, elementary, or middle teaching experience with demonstrated student results.
• Administrative certification and 3+ years of leadership experience (preferred).
• Spanish language proficiency (preferred).

Benefits
At Brilla Schools, we celebrate the unique skills, experiences, and passions that each staff member brings to our mission. To support their work, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package to provide competitive and adaptable coverage. We are committed to offering a benefits portfolio that supports the holistic health and wellness of our team members including:

• Comprehensive Professional Development: More than 225 hours annually, featuring two weeks of onboarding, coaching, and targeted training sessions to ensure staff excel in their roles and flourish.
• Community and Culture: An intentionally joyful workplace with over 30 bonding events each year, fostering connection and collaboration among staff and families in the Bronx.
• Flexible Health Coverage: A full suite of medical, dental, and vision plans designed to support diverse needs, utilizing Cigna and Anthem provider networks.
• Competitive Compensation: A salary range of $116,000-$146,000, with pay varying within this range based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Retirement Plans: A 403(b) plan and 401(k) retirement options with matching contributions, helping you secure your financial future while you grow with us.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, a DOE-aligned school calendar, and wellness resources to support personal renewal and sustained excellence.

At Brilla, your dedication fuels our mission, and we’re here to invest in your growth, well-being, and success—from recruitment to retirement!  

Please note: The above is based on the 2024-2025 plan year. You can find more information here.