Visionary Assistant Principal — Equity & Data-Driven Leader

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal for Sumner Ave. Elementary Schools in Springfield, MA. You will lead instructional practices, support a diverse student body, and partner with families and communities to advance equity and high achievement.

Lead the school culture, recruit and develop staff, and use data to drive continuous improvement while maintaining a joyful, student-centered environment. This role demands collaboration and strong instructional leadership.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Massachusetts Assistant Principal/Principal licensure (or eligibility).
• At least 5 years of successful teaching experience.
• Experience working with diverse, multilingual student populations.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and data-driven practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional leadership through coaching and feedback to elevate teaching and learning.
• Use data to drive decisions and accelerate student growth.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing, diverse staff.
• Engage families and communities to create lasting impact beyond the classroom.

Skills

Educational leadership

Data-driven practices

Equity advocacy

Staff coaching

Education

Master’s degree

Massachusetts licensure eligibility

Job description

Springfield Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal for Sumner Ave. Elementary Schools in Springfield, MA. You will lead instructional practices, support a diverse student body, and partner with families and communities to advance equity and high achievement.

Lead the school culture, recruit and develop staff, and use data to drive continuous improvement while maintaining a joyful, student-centered environment. This role demands collaboration and strong instructional leadership.