Assistant Principal, Maria C. Colon Sanchez Elementary School, Grades PK-; C142-2627

Assistant Principal, Maria

C. Colon Sanchez Elementary School (Grades PK-5)

Principal of the School and/or the Superintendent of Schools and CEO’s designee

Hartford Public Schools seeks an assistant principal with a passion for educating children, a commitment to closing achievement gaps, and the ability to maximize learning for all students. We invite applications from innovative professionals dedicated to urban education who understand the academic, social, and emotional needs of students at every stage of development.

The assistant principal will design, organize, and model effective instruction, communication, discipline, and intervention while promoting a positive school culture and climate. In the absence of the principal, the assistant principal will assume all responsibilities for the administration and supervision of the program, staff, and building.

The ideal candidate for Maria Sanchez Elementary School will bring three essential strengths. First is strong instructional leadership and literacy expertise, including a solid background in literacy instruction and a proven track record of improving classroom practices and driving measurable student achievement. Second is data-driven decision-making, with the ability to effectively analyze academic, behavioral, and climate data to inform instruction, design targeted interventions, and guide school-wide strategies.

Third is expertise in leading and strengthening a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to ensure that students’ academic and social-emotional needs are met across all tiers.

At Sanchez, we live by our motto:
We are Crew, not passengers. Teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do, and we step up to support one another every day. We prioritize a compassionate school environment built on strong Restorative Practices and daily mindfulness, supporting the whole child and promoting a positive, safe climate. Every classroom engages in dedicated Crew lessons built around our PEER Code (Perseverance, Enthusiasm, Exploration, and Respect), embedding character development directly into the daily routine.

Students have a direct platform to share ideas, advocate for their peers, and make meaningful improvements to their school environment through Crew Council and Celebratory Crew. Our proactive, well-established MTSS framework ensures that no student falls through the cracks, academically or behaviorally. Our highly collaborative, energetic team of educators enjoys working together and celebrating student growth.

To learn more about Maria

C. Colon Sanchez Elementary School, please visit: https://www.sanchezschool.org/o/sanchez

• Partner with the principal and instructional staff to evaluate, refine, and strengthen academic programs, using student data to align school goals with district priorities
• Shape and communicate the school's philosophy, vision, and policies, building a shared sense of purpose among staff, families, and the broader community
• Recommend and implement programming changes that reflect best practices and the evolving needs of the school community
• Collaborate with special education staff to ensure IEP services are delivered in a manner that is compliant, equitable, and fully integrated with the school's instructional programs
• Use data to drive instructional decisions, coach staff on high-leverage academic and behavioral strategies, and connect improvement efforts to measurable outcomes
• Assist school improvement planning and implementation, driving the systemic changes needed to advance academic achievement
• Structure roles and assignments for specialized staff to maximize team effectiveness and morale
• Identify vacancies, recommend strong candidates…