Principal Elementary (Anticipated 2026-2027)
Springfield Public Schools MA
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Formación
- At least 5 years of successful teaching experience.
- Proven leadership experience with measurable student achievement gains.
- Experience working with diverse, multilingual student populations.
Responsabilidades
- Lead a school with accelerating student growth and achievement.
- Empower educators through coaching and mentorship.
- Create a safe and welcoming environment for all students.
Conocimientos
Educación
Descripción del empleo
Job ID: 5632146
Application Deadline: May 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Apr 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Position Type: FT - Full Year
Salary: $123,192 – $144,931 per year
Job Categories: Administration > Principal/Dean/Head of School
Principal (Elementary School) – Springfield Public Schools, Springfield, Massachusetts. Lead Bold Change. Inspire Every Child. Shape the Future.
What if your leadership could impact 24,000 students, representing over 60 countries and 44+ languages, in a district where diversity is not just present—it’s celebrated?
In a district that is the 3rd largest in Massachusetts and with measurable gains in literacy, math, early literacy, and graduation rates, we seek a visionary leader ready to build on this momentum.
As a Principal, you are more than a school leader—you are a community builder, instructional innovator, and champion for equity. You will shape a joyful, high‑performing learning environment where every student thrives and every educator grows.
- Lead a school where student growth and achievement are accelerating.
- Empower educators through coaching, mentorship, and data‑driven practices.
- Partner with families and communities to create lasting impact beyond the classroom.
- Drive a vision where every child is seen, heard, and prepared for success.
- Champion rigorous, engaging, and inclusive teaching practices.
- Use data to drive decisions and accelerate student growth.
- Provide meaningful feedback and coaching to elevate teaching and learning.
- Create a safe, welcoming, and student‑centered environment.
- Recruit, develop, and retain a high‑performing, diverse staff.
- Manage resources strategically to support student success.
- Build authentic partnerships with families from all backgrounds.
- Foster a school community where every voice matters.
- Communicate openly, respectfully, and consistently.
- Inspire a shared vision of excellence and equity.
- Cultivate a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.
- Lead with integrity, empathy, and high expectations.
- Diversity is our strength: a vibrant, multicultural community that enriches learning every day.
- Real support for leaders: access to instructional leadership specialists, coaching, and tailored professional development.
- Career growth: "Grow Our Own" programs and leadership pathways.
- Data that drives impact: we invest in strategies that show real results for students.
- Competitive salaries and benefits.
- Professional development opportunities supported by data‑driven PD.
- Mentorship from Instructional Leadership Specialists and coaches.
- Career advancement opportunities including "Grow Our Own" and educational pipeline programs.
- Master’s degree (required).
- Massachusetts Principal licensure (or eligibility).
- At least 5 years of successful teaching experience.
- Proven leadership experience with measurable student achievement gains.
- Experience working with diverse, multilingual student populations.
- Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and data‑driven practices.
$123,192 – $144,931 annually
Comprehensive benefits package included.
Springfield Public Schools is committed to building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our students. We strongly encourage candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, identities, abilities, and backgrounds to apply.
Great schools are built by diverse leaders who bring bold ideas, lived experiences, and a shared commitment to excellence.
The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations. The Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel.
- Valerie L. Williams, Chief of Human Resources – Human Resources.
- Phone: 413‑787‑7100 Ext. 55301.
- Email: williamsv@springfieldpublicschools.com.
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