At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.
At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.
In 2027–2028, Rocketship is seeking to open its first school in Orange County, California- a major step in expanding our impact across the state. We are seeking an extraordinary Founding Principal to bring that vision to life.
Timeline
Year 0 (2026–2027): Design & Build Year
Year 1 (2027–2028): Founding Principal of Rocketship’s first Orange County school
The Founding Principal Fellow is a once-in-a-career opportunity for a visionary educator and leader ready to launch both a new school and a new region. This person will spend one year training and planning (Year 0) before leading the opening of Rocketship’s first Orange County campus (Year 1).During the planning year, the Fellow will:Train alongside experienced Rocketship school leaders in an existing region by serving in a Rising Principal role and taking on real instructional and operational school leadership responsibilities.
Engage deeply with the Rocketship model and systems.
Lead on community outreach and family engagement in Orange County.
Build foundational partnerships with local organizations, educators, and families.
Support site selection, enrollment planning, hiring, and operational readiness.
As the Founding Principal, the Fellow will lead the first school to excellence- building an exceptional team, establishing a joyful and rigorous culture, and laying the groundwork for a thriving multi-school region. The Founding Principal Fellow reports to the VP of Schools during the planning year and transitions to reporting to the Director of Schools once the Orange County region launches.