Assistant School Leader (Assistant Principals & Assistant Heads of School - All Grade Levels) ([...]

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks passionate leaders for Assistant Principal roles for the 2025-2026 school year. This position offers an opportunity to join a diverse community dedicated to equity and student success. With a commitment to professional development, new leaders will receive personalized support and mentorship through a two-year induction program focused on anti-racist practices. If you are driven by the desire to foster a positive professional culture and engage with families and communities, this role is perfect for you. Join a team that values diversity and aims to make a significant impact in the lives of students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MA DESE Principal/Assistant Principal license preferred.
• Experience in urban school leadership and bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Promote high-quality instruction and support culturally responsive teaching.
• Build partnerships with families and ensure inclusive engagement practices.
• Foster high expectations and lead reflective practices within the school.

Skills

Instructional Leadership

Management & Operations

Family & Community Engagement

Professional Culture

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s Degree

MA DESE Principal/Assistant Principal License

Job description

Assistant School Leader (Assistant Principals & Assistant Heads of School - All Grade Levels) (SY25-26)

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Overview

This posting is for individuals interested in Assistant Principal/Assistant Head of School roles for the 2025-2026 school year. By applying, you may participate in a pre-screening interview to join the district’s priority candidate pool. Selected candidates will be invited to interview with individual schools when positions are posted on March 1, 2025.

Why Lead in BPS?

Boston Public Schools is committed to student success, diversity, and equity. We have achieved national benchmarks in student performance and graduation rates, and serve a diverse community of over 46,000 students from 140 countries, speaking 80 languages. Our district emphasizes culturally responsive practices and equitable access to opportunities.

Leadership Support & Development

Leaders receive personalized support, professional learning, and mentorship. New leaders participate in a two-year induction program focused on anti-racist and culturally responsive practices. Our staff community is highly supported, with ongoing professional development and pathways for teacher growth.

Candidate Profile

We seek leaders passionate about equity, student achievement, and community engagement. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in instructional leadership, management, family and community engagement, and fostering a positive professional culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership: Promote high-quality instruction, support culturally responsive teaching, utilize data for improvement, and lead school leadership teams.
• Management & Operations: Maintain safe, welcoming environments, support behavioral expectations, lead hiring processes, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Family & Community Engagement: Build partnerships, collaborate with families, and ensure inclusive engagement practices.
• Professional Culture: Foster high expectations, lead reflective practices, develop a shared vision, and resolve conflicts constructively.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's degree, legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred: MA DESE Principal/Assistant Principal license or Supervisor/Director license and content area license, Master’s degree, urban school leadership experience, bilingual skills, Boston residency.

Compensation & Conditions

Salary is based on the BASAS union scale, with specifics to be posted in winter/spring 2024. The position adheres to nondiscrimination policies and offers a comprehensive support system for leaders.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industry: Education Administration Programs