Principal, Nord Anglia International School, New York

PRINCIPAL, NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, NEW YORK

An exceptional leadership opportunity that offers the chance to shape the future of a growing and ambitious community within a respected international school in the heart of Manhattan.

We prefer a start date of summer 2026 but will wait until summer 2027 for the right candidate.

Since opening in 2011, Nord Anglia International School New York (NAISNY) has delivered an ambitious academic programme within a nurturing and inclusive environment, preparing students to succeed in leading high schools around the world. The school recently relocated to a new, purpose-built campus in the heart of Gramercy, providing outstanding facilities that support high-quality teaching and learning.

NAISNY serves a diverse community of local and international families, educating students aged 2–14 from over 30 countries. The school offers a rigorous education based on the English National Curriculum and is driven by a clear vision: to empower its community to be globally responsible, achieve ambitious goals, and thrive on their chosen paths. With this strong foundation, the school is well positioned for thoughtful growth in the coming years.

The school’s success is underpinned by an exceptional team of teachers and staff whose expertise, passion, and commitment create a vibrant learning environment. They are deeply focused on nurturing individual potential, challenging students to aim high while providing the care and support needed to thrive both academically and personally. Students benefit from excellent facilities for academic study as well as performing and creative arts, with light, spacious classrooms designed to inspire curiosity and creativity.

Students and staff benefit from the school’s location in New York City, where global connections and cultural institutions enrich everyday learning. The school fully embraces its Nord Anglia collaborations with UNICEF and Juilliard, as well as its proximity to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston, integrating these partnerships into the curriculum to provide distinctive, real‑world learning experiences that broaden students’ understanding of the world and their role within it.

To learn more about our outstanding students, staff, school, and supportive community, please visit http://www.nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/new-york.

WHY LEAD WITH NORD ANGLIA?

At Nord Anglia, the Principal is central to each school’s success. We carefully match leaders to the unique character and needs of each school, ensuring you’re set up to thrive. You’ll have the autonomy to lead your school your way, while operating within a clear framework of expectations that drive excellence across student outcomes, financial performance, marketing, and stakeholder engagement.

This transparency of purpose is a strength: you’ll know exactly what success looks like and be supported to achieve it. You’ll be part of our global senior leadership team, collaborating with fellow Principals in your region and across our network to share best practice and elevate your school’s offer.

From day one, you’ll benefit from:

- Regional support teams and peer networks including an annual senior leadership conference in Switzerland.
- The Principal In Role Support (PIRS) programme, including knowledge and support alongside other new Principals. executive coaching and peer to peer mentoring.
- Extensive professional development via Nord Anglia University, including leadership programmes, global conferences, and tailored learning pathways.
- Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, health insurance, accommodation, and schooling for your children.
- The possibility of career progression across school, regional and global leadership roles.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a visionary and strategic leader with an impressive record in school leadership, preferably within a UK or international setting. You will bring extensive experience with the UK curriculum and primary education, ideally including the International Early Years, Primary, and Middle Years Curricula. You will be passionate about developing high‑performing teams and sustaining a culture of excellence. along with a passion for inspiring high-performing teams.

You will also be a visible and compassionate community leader with exceptional interpersonal skills, able to build trust and strong relationships within a small, personalised school environment. A compelling communicator and storyteller, you will bring the school’s mission to life and unite stakeholders around a shared sense of purpose.

NEXT STEPS

To apply, please upload a CV and covering letter via our careers page.

Start Date: August 2026 or August 2027

Application Deadline: 9th March 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 6th April

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all races, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.