Elementary Principal

Elementary Principal

Pittsfield Public Schools Mercer Administration Center - Pittsfield, Massachusetts

• Job : 5739447
• Final date to receive applications: Jun 10, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
• Posted: May 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026
• Position Type: Full-time
• Salary: $116,120 Per Year
• Job Categories: Administration >
  Principal/Dean/Head of School

Pittsfield Public Schools seeks a passionate, equity‑driven, student‑centered leader to serve as Principal of Williams Elementary School. This leader will advance instructional excellence, foster joyful and inclusive school cultures, and strengthen meaningful partnerships with families and the community. Aligned to the Massachusetts Standards for Administrative Leadership, principals will accelerate student achievement, strengthen early literacy outcomes, implement and refine a robust Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), and ensure equitable access and outcomes for all students.

• Lead rigorous, standards‑based instruction aligned to MA Curriculum Frameworks.
• Strengthen evidence‑based early literacy and numeracy practices.
• Implement and continuously refine school‑wide MTSS (academic, behavioral, SEL).
• Establish and monitor tiered intervention systems.
• Lead regular data cycles and student support team meetings.
• Promote culturally responsive teaching and high expectations.
• Supervise and evaluate educators using the MA Evaluation Framework.
• Facilitate professional learning communities focused on measurable student growth.
• Oversee daily school operations, safety planning, and scheduling.
• Align staffing and resources to support MTSS implementation.
• Manage school budget.
• Ensure compliance with special education, 504, and English learner regulations.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, welcoming, and restorative learning environment.
• Partner with families and community members to elevate all voices.
• Communicate proactively about student progress and supports.
• Support family understanding of MTSS and intervention systems.
• Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, high‑performing staff culture.
• Build staff capacity in differentiated instruction and inclusive practices.
• Recruit, develop, and retain diverse and qualified talent.
• Foster shared leadership through instructional and student support teams.

• Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related field required (CAGS/Doctorate preferred).
  • Massachusetts DESE Principal/Assistant Principal licensure (PreK–6) required.
  • Minimum 5 years successful teaching or relevant education experience.
  • Demonstrated data‑informed instructional leadership.
  • Experience implementing or strengthening MTSS.
  • Deep commitment to equity and improved outcomes for diverse learners.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Nicole Shepardson, Principal
• 100 Burbank Street
• Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201
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