Our School Is Hiring a New Principal
The Neighborhood School (PS363M) is in the process of selecting our next principal. The NYC Department of Education posts principal vacancies throughout the year, and our community will play an important role in this process under Chancellor's Regulation C-30 .
View current principal openings on the DOE website
What We're Looking For
NYCPS seeks self-motivated, visionary school leaders who can improve student learning by:
- Using data to set high learning goals
- Leveraging deep knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment
- Developing staff and sharing school leadership
- Managing resources effectively
- Fostering a culture of excellence through personal leadership
Eligibility
Applicants must hold a valid New York State certificate in one of the following:
- School Administration/Supervision (SAS)
- School District Administration (SDA)
- School Building Leadership (SBL)
- Administrator Certificate
Internship certificates are not accepted.
Cover Letter Requirement
Applicants must address this question in their cover letter (100-400 words):
Why are you an excellent candidate to lead this specific school, including any experience or special skills that you will bring as the new leader to enable the school to meet and surpass its goals?
Posting Calendar
Principal and assistant principal positions are posted on the 1st and 16th of each month. All postings open and close at 3:00 PM.
Circular 13: March 4 - March 18, 2026 | Circular 14: March 18 - April 1, 2026 | Circular 15: April 1 - April 15, 2026 | Circular 16: April 16 - April 30, 2026 | Circular 17: May 1 - May 15, 2026 | Circular 18: May 18 - June 1, 2026 | Circular 19: June 1 - June 15, 2026 | Circular 20: June 16 - June 30, 2026
The C-30 Selection Process
The selection of principals is governed by Chancellor's Regulation C-30. This includes a school-based selection committee with representation from parents, teachers, and school staff. The process must be completed within 180 days of the posting closing.
Community Input
We welcome input from our school community as we search for the right leader for TNS. If you have questions about the process, please contact the PTA at ptapresident@tnsny.org .
How to Apply
Candidates apply through the DOE's Teacher Support Network (TSN) portal: Apply via TSN Portal