# Middle School Principal at ACCEL Schools

> Lead a K-12 charter school campus's instructional program, curriculum, teacher development and student achievement as its principal.

- Company: ACCEL Schools (accelschools.com)
- Location: Cornerstone Academy - Middle School
- Places: Cornerstone Academy, Middle School
- Posted: 2026-10-14
- Level: Middle school principal
- Team: Cornerstone Academy - Middle School
- Work mode: On site
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/accelschools/jobs/8033577003
- Page: https://ye.saranatour.dev/jobs/middle-school-principal-accel-schools-kn7fbrhf5nhvnkynm7m29ny8f18hc2m1

## The posting

Middle School Principal
ACCEL Schools · Cornerstone Academy - Middle School

**About the Team**

ACCEL Schools is seeking experienced and highly motivated Principal at Cornerstone Academy in Westerville, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are seeking leaders who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing environment that prioritizes student engagement and achievement.

The Principal serves as the instructional and administrative leader of the ACCEL Schools campus – responsible for the development, implementation and achievement of the school’s academic vision, student advancement and daily operations. The Principal will ensure successful academic outcomes for all students while employing long-term instructional sustainability measures involving professional development, teacher quality assessment, curriculum and pedagogical advancement.

Be part of the difference at Cornerstone Academy! The award-winning, top-performing charter school serves Northeast Columbus communities with a well-rounded, college-prep education. Offering a full K-12th grade educational experience, Cornerstone’s program emphasizes art, music and STEM. Known for its nurturing teachers and staff, the school has a wide range of specialty classes, clubs, sports and activities. Cornerstone Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014.

The Principal shall be responsible for:

**Instructional Leadership**

- Leading the strategic instructional design and practice, including: implementing an integrated curriculum; directing instructional coaching and evaluation; systematic use of assessment data to guide instruction; and, maximizing impact of the blended learning model (where available).
- Develop, implement and lead the instructional programs of the school, assessing curriculum, pedagogy, lesson plans and observing classes (teaching and learning) on a frequent and structured basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on the best practices for student learning and development.
- Delivering consistently high levels of achievement and learning for all students through rigorous and engaging programs and classroom instruction.
- Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and school culture as well as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals.
- Facilitate the implementation of a standards-based curriculum, review lesson plans weekly, and conduct frequent walk-throughs/teacher debriefs.
- Assume responsibility for student achievement as related to academics and social-emotional wellbeing.
- Serve as the instructional leader in the building by facilitating a growth-focused professional environment.
- Develop and/or modify the school’s cultural programming and school-wide PBIS process with an emphasis on appropriate class conduct and behavior.
- Work with staff to plan and coordinate teacher-based teams, staff in-service days, data days, etc.
- Develop and implement consistent professional development for teachers, ensuring regular instructional training is consistent with the latest research-based methodologies.
- Implement behavior management practices that ensure consistent norms of orderly, respectful behavior, motivating students through strong relationships with their teachers and positive reinforcement.
- Facilitate and direct the Charter School’s Special