Assistant Principal Sumner Ave. Elementary Schools

Springfield Public Schools • Springfield, MA

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About The Position

Springfield Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal for Sumner Ave. Elementary Schools. The Assistant Principal will help lead a joyful, high-performing, inclusive learning environment where students thrive and educators grow. The role calls for an equity-driven school leader who advances student achievement, supports educator development, and builds strong relationships with families and the wider community.

The Assistant Principal will champion rigorous and engaging instruction, use data to guide decisions and accelerate student growth, and provide feedback and coaching to improve teaching and learning. The role also supports a safe, welcoming school culture and effective operations, including recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse staff and managing resources strategically. The Assistant Principal will foster family and community partnerships, promote collaboration and continuous learning, and lead with integrity, empathy, and high expectations.

Springfield Public Schools serves approximately 24,000 students and is the third-largest district in Massachusetts. The district describes its community as multilingual and multicultural, with more than 44 languages spoken and more than 60 countries represented by students and staff. It offers leaders instructional support, coaching, professional development, and career advancement pathways. Compensation is annual, and a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• Massachusetts Assistant Principal/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.

Responsibilities

• Champion rigorous, engaging, and inclusive teaching practices.
• Use data to guide decisions and accelerate student growth.
• Provide meaningful feedback and coaching to improve 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 continuous learning and collaboration.
• Lead with integrity, empathy, and high expectations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Competitive salaries.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Mentorship and support from instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches.
• Career advancement opportunities and “Grow Your Own” and educational pipeline programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager