Middle School Principal

Pittsfield Public Schools

$80K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of a Master's Degree
  • At least five years of successful teaching and administrative experience, ideally in challenging contexts
  • Proven track record of strong student outcomes and leadership development
  • In-depth knowledge of effective instructional practices and school culture enhancement
  • Familiarity with Common Core Standards and aligned curriculum
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
  • Valid MA DESE licensure for Principal/Assistant Principal 5-8

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement innovative instructional strategies to improve student learning
  • Foster an inclusive and equitable school culture that values diversity
  • Engage and empower educators through professional development and coaching
  • Utilize data to drive instructional decisions and enhance student outcomes
  • Facilitate community and caregiver engagement to support holistic student development
  • Promote restorative practices to address disciplinary issues and build community
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to close the opportunity gap for all students

Benefits

  • Opportunity to make a significant impact on student achievement
  • Focus on innovation and adaptive teaching methods
  • Supportive culture promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Engagement with the community and caregivers
  • Professional development opportunities for continuous growth
Full Job Description
Seeking an adaptive and innovative educator to close the opportunity gap, empower educators and maximize learning for all students. Ideal applicants will have a proven track record in instructional leadership resulting in strong academic gains. Additionally, successful candidates will have demonstrated experience in diversity, equity and inclusion practices including fostering a data driven culturally responsive classroom culture, the use of restorative practices, and developing a foundation for caregiver and community engagement that brings all voices to the table. Qualifications: -Minimum of a Master's Degree -Evidence of at least five years of successful teaching and administrative experience, preferably in high-performing or school turnaround context -Track record of strong outcomes for students and experience coaching or developing instructional leaders preferred -Deep understanding of outstanding practices in instruction, school culture and use of data -Strong understanding of curriculum and instruction grounded in the Common Core Standards -Superior interpersonal, relationship management and communication skills -MA DESE licensure for Principal/Assistant Principal 5-8

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