Interim Bowen Elementary School Principal

Department:

Elementary Education

Job Title:

Interim Principal Bowen Elementary 2026-2027 SY

FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exemp)

Non-Aligned/ Exempt

Reports to:

Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism, and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees, and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal law. The Newton Public Schools places a high value on the active recruitment of qualified teachers who represent the backgrounds and ethnicities of our student body.

Summary:

The Principal of Bowen Elementary School serves as a highly effective, equity-centered data

-informed instructional leader responsible for advancing student achievement, cultivating an inclusive and culturally responsive school culture, and strengthening systems that support excellent teaching and learning for all students.

The principal leads a high-performing school community and is charged with sustaining strong outcomes while addressing persistent opportunity gaps through data-driven, equity-focused leadership. The role includes oversight of instruction, operations, staff development, and family engagement, ensuring alignment with district priorities and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Standards I–IV. Experience

With literacy curriculum and leading literacy change outcomes for young learners.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE licensure as Principal/Assistant Principal (PreK–6)
• Master’s degree from an accredited institution (advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful elementary teaching experience
• Demonstrated success in instructional leadership and improving student outcomes
• Experience with educator supervision and evaluation systems
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, culturally responsive leadership, and inclusive practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a school administrator or principal
• Experience leading in a diverse, multilingual school community
• Proven success implementing MTSS, Tier 1 instructional improvement, and intervention systems
• Experience with strategic staffing, scheduling, and resource alignment
Strong facilitation and adult learning leadership skills

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

Instructional Leadership (DESE Standard I: Instructional Leadership)

• Lead the implementation of high-quality, culturally responsive curriculum and instruction across all classrooms
• Use data cycles and evidence-based practices to address variability in student outcomes, with a focus on historically marginalized student groups
• Ensure equitable access to rigorous Tier 1 instruction and targeted interventions
• Develop a problem of practice approach to continuous improvement, centering questions such as:
• • Where are disparities in student outcomes most persistent?
  • How can instructional coherence be strengthened across classrooms?
• Monitor and improve teaching and learning through frequent classroom observations, feedback, and coaching

Management and Operations (DESE Standard II: Management and Operations)

• Develop and manage systems for staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation aligned to student needs
• Ensure operational systems (budget, safety, compliance, and student services) are efficient, data-informed, and equity-driven
• Oversee implementation of MTSS and student support structures
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and orderly learning environment

Family and Community Engagement (DESE Standard III: Family and Community Engagement)

• Build authentic, culturally responsive partnerships with families and community stakeholders
• Ensure accessible communication systems for multilingual families
• Elevate family voice and shared responsibility for student success
• Foster trust and belonging across diverse school communities

Professional Culture (DESE Standard IV: Professional Culture)

• Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented professional culture
• Lead professional learning aligned to district priorities, including culturally responsive practices and equitable outcomes
• Develop staff capacity through coaching, feedback, and distributed leadership structures
• Promote educator belonging, retention, and continuous improvement

Terms of Employment

• Work Year: 12-month position
• Schedule: Full-time
• Salary Range / Salary Code: In accordance with the NPS Administrator Salary Schedule
• Position Type: Administrative (Certified)

Additional Information

• Location: Bowen Elementary School, Newton Public Schools
• Employment Start Date: July 1, 2026
• Supervision/Evaluation Framework: Massachusetts DESE Administrator Evaluation System
• Other Job-Related Duties: As assigned
• Application Requirements: Resume, cover letter, DESE licensure, references
  

Department:

Elementary Education

Job Title:

Interim Principal Bowen Elementary 2026-2027 SY

FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exemp)

Non-Aligned/ Exempt

Reports to:

Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment

• School-based setting with responsibilities that may extend beyond the school day
• Occasional evening and weekend commitments (family events, meetings, community engagement)
• Requires collaboration across school and district teams

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential functions of the role
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs.), bending, and movement within a school setting
Ability to respond to and de-escalate student situations, including potential physical intervention, consistent with district training