School Leader (Principals & Heads of School - All Grade Levels)

This job posting is for all individuals interested in Principal and Head of School positions in the Boston Public Schools for the 2025-2026 school year. This job posting will build a pool of strong candidates for these positions when they become available in the winter/spring of 2025. Candidates will be made aware of individual school openings once they progress through the process. School types could include autonomous, exam, technical vocational, traditional, and turnaround. This job posting only includes Principal and Head of School positions. Other administrative positions are posted individually on the BPS hiring site.

Why lead in BPS?

We are committed to our students and have a track record of success. As the birthplace of public education in this nation, the Boston Public Schools is committed to partnering with families and communities to transform the lives of all children through exemplary teaching and leadership. We cultivate staff who create safe, welcoming and affirming environments, celebrate diversity and confront racism and inequities. Together, we work to develop the knowledge, skill, and character to excel in college, career and life for all learners.

Who are we looking for?

Boston Public Schools Leaders are passionate about equity, furthering student achievement, providing safe spaces for students to learn and grow. They are laser-focused on closing opportunity gaps. They reflect the racial, cultural, and linguistic diversity of our students and have a strong commitment to their greater school communities and the City of Boston.

What skills & attributes are we looking for?

• Visionary Leadership: Our School Leaders work with their teams to develop and implement a clearly defined vision that honors and acknowledges the assets, funds of knowledge and cultural wealth of students and families.
• Instructional Leadership: Our School Leaders take initiative to create change and implement new initiatives grounded in equity to accomplish sustainable results.
• Leadership in Equity: Our school leaders believe deeply in the potential for every student to succeed, and work tirelessly each day to create an anti-racist school environment.
• Team Building: The school leader will purposefully recruit, select, and support an experienced, culturally competent and diverse team.
• Culture & Community Building: Our school leaders create and maintain a safe, supportive and sustaining school community.

Qualifications - Required:

• Masters in Education or similar field.
• Possession of a valid Massachusetts School Principal License or proof of successful completion of MA-PAL.
• For Technical/Vocational positions: Possession of valid Vocational/Technical preliminary or professional license.
• Current authorization to work in the United States—candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Qualifications - Preferred:

• Teaching and leadership experience in an urban public school setting.
• Bilingual.
• Boston resident.

Compensation & Conditions of Employment

Base pay for School Leaders is determined by school enrollment as follows:

• 0 - 300 students = $147,122
• 301 - 600 students= $148,523
• 601 - 899 students = $149,924
• 900+ students = $151,325

Leaders shall work a twelve (12) month calendar, from July 1 to June 30. Leaders shall be entitled to receive paid time off for all nationally recognized or local holidays reflected on the Boston Public Schools calendar.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status.