Adjunct Trainer - Principals at New Leaders Inc

Our Mission

New Leaders develops transformational school leaders and advances policies and practices that ensure high academic achievement for all children—especially students from under-resourced communities.

Position Details   

The Adjunct Trainer, Principals role will be based out of a home office located anywhere within the contiguous United States (Pacific, Mountain, Central, and Eastern time zones) or United States territories that fall within the Atlantic time zone.

Position Details

Adjunct Trainer, Principals will serve as a part-time, temporary staff member at New Leaders, as needed, through June 30, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

Scope of Work

• Adjunct Trainer, Principals will provide professional learning and targeted follow-up to participants in our partner districts. The core goal of Adjunct Trainer, Principals is to ensure high-quality leadership development for all participants.
• Engagements may include, but are not limited to, some or all the following components for which Adjunct Trainer, Principals could be responsible:
  • Facilitating nationally designed Community of Practice sessions, structured to support participants with facilitating parity-focused conversations on social and historical disparities, using data to diagnose and solve challenges, and building a common language around effective leadership.
  • Leadership Walks during which Adjunct Trainer, Principals coach participants to develop a mental model of quality instruction; gather evidence of each participant’s ability to lead instruction and develop support plans; and identify district-wide patterns, which if addressed, would lead to better student outcomes.
  • Coaching participants through virtual or in-person check-ins, to learn more about how the work of the individual participant is progressing, hear individual updates, support the use of online resources recommended for their needs, and provide individual support.
  • In-person observations, which may include observations of participants facilitating professional development, providing individual participants with feedback, or working with a participant and his/her team.
• Adjunct Trainer, Principals will:
  • Ensure all facilitation of learning, virtual and in-person,meet New Leaders’ standards for quality facilitation.
  • Support the overall goals of New Leaders, communicating regularly with colleagues responsible for other components of the engagement.
  • Keep up to date on current education research and what works in high-poverty schools.
  • Develop and maintain professional and productive relationships with participants and their supervisors to ensure program effectiveness.
  • In conjunction with other staff members, assess the program’s effectiveness with school administrators and ensure open communication regarding the progress of participants.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree required.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience required, including:
  • Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience facilitating professional development in an adult leadership setting.
  • At least 3 – 5 years of experience in a school setting.
  • A minimum of 4 years of school leadership experience.
  • 2-3 years as aprincipalis strongly preferred.
• Team-Driven: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals across a variety of backgrounds and experiences; must be results-driven while maintaining a collaborative and inclusive leadership style.
• Mission Alignment: Passionate belief in academic excellence for every student, aligned with New Leaders' mission.
• Proven record of success improving outcomes for all students by using multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions and using a cycle of inquiry and action-research.
• A track record of distinguished success in educational and organizational leadership.
• Knowledge and experience with Common Core or similar college-and-career-readiness standards.
• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter/self-manager and able toinitiatework and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to produce high-quality workin a timely manner.
• Strong content knowledge (including evidence of proven strategies) in personal leadership, instructional leadership (strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy), and school culture leadership.
• Technology savvy for web-based instructional techniques and tools, computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and internet tools.
• Familiarity with current local, state, and national education reform practices is a strong plus.
• Experience in a variety of settings is a plus (e.g., rural, suburban, and urban).
• Must have and be able to demonstrate expertise in a specific content area (e.g., Math, ELA).

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy

Adjunct employees must have a computer meeting the following requirements to ensure security and compatibility:

• Operating System Version: The device must run an operating system that is fully updated to the latest version available for its platform.
• Web Browser: Google Chrome must be installed and used as the primary web browser for accessing tools and platforms.
• Device Encryption: Device encryption must be enabled.
• Firewall and Security Software: Up-to-date antivirus, anti-malware, and firewall suite must be installed and active on the device.
• Password Policy: The device must be protected with a strong password or passcode pursuant to instructions provided by New Leaders.
• Internet Speed: The device must have access to adequate internet speed for work needs, with a recommended minimum internet download speed of 50 Mbps and upload speed of 10 Mbps.
• Web Camera and Microphone: The device must be equipped with a web camera and a microphone for video conferencing and communications.

Time Commitment

• Availability to coach a minimum of 10 participants virtually, noting that no more than two offered engagements can be declined in a single fiscal year.
• Ability to travel nationally at least bi-monthly to deliver services across both weekdays and weekends, with advance notice. The exact percentage of travel will vary depending on the assigned engagement.
• Commit to and be available to complete the full scope of any assigned engagement, withthe exception of authorized modifications.
• Attend national, regional, and local in-person or virtual training sessions, refresher courses, and meetings when required.

What We Offer

Note: Salaries vary based on geographical location. After applying, candidates who move forward in the hiring process are provided with a salary for their geographical location. 

• Sick leave
• Other benefits may be available depending on the role and organizational guidelines

Application Deadline

April 9, 2026. Please note applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

New Leaders is an equal opportunity employer. New Leaders evaluates applicants for employment on the basis of qualifications, merit and work-related criteria and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, handicap, pregnancy, childbirth, medical condition, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, matriculation, or any other characteristic protected by law in administration and operation of its Programs and activities, including admission or access thereto, or treatment or employment therein. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of such status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such status.