Assistant Superintendent Curriculum, Instruction Assessment: Ashland Public Schools

Qualifications

• Licensed, or eligible for and able to be licensed by position start date, as an Assistant Superintendent or Superintendent by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
• Master’s degree required; doctorate preferred, in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in PreK–12 curriculum, instruction, and assessment leadership
• Strong understanding of assessment systems, accountability, and data use
• Experience leading professional development and supporting educator growth
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, staff, families, and community stakeholders
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may deem appropriate and consistent with state licensure requirements

Superintendent of Schools

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with school committee policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include: interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Provide visionary and strategic leadership for curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning to ensure equitable access, high‑quality instruction, and improved outcomes for all students.

• Curriculum and Instruction
• Assessment, Accountability, and MCAS
• Student Learning Data Analysis and Application
• Develop a teacher recruitment, induction, and retention program
• Professional Development and Educator Growth
• Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
• Title I Coordination
• Student Opportunity Act planning and reporting
• Curriculum Opt‑Out Coordination
• Grant Management and Administration
• Educator Evaluation
• Home Education Oversight

• Leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of PreK–12 curriculum and instructional programs
• Coordination of teacher induction and mentor programs for educators in Years 1–3
• Overseeing district assessment systems and accountability requirements, including MCAS
• Supporting principals and instructional leaders through data‑informed instructional improvement
• Planning, coordinating, and evaluating district wide professional development
• Overseeing MTSS structures and alignment of academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional supports
• Ensuring equitable access to curriculum and instructional programs for all students
• Serving as Title I Coordinator and overseeing Student Opportunity Act initiatives
• Managing curriculum‑and instruction‑related grants
• Overseeing educator evaluation systems
• Ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Preparing reports and presentations for the Superintendent, School Committee, staff, and families
• Attending school committee meetings as required
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools

The Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment supervises and evaluates:

• Director of English Language Acquisition
• District Literacy Coaches
• K–12 Subject Matter Leaders
• Grades 9–12 Subject Matter Leaders
• District Head Nurse

Full‑time (1.0);
Salary Range: $165,000–$185,000, Benefits, Anticipated Three‑Year Contract – Start date July 1, 2026 or negotiated.

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent of Schools according to MA General Law.

Ashland values diversity and is committed to diversifying our professional staff. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, including people of color, people with disabilities, and others, to apply.