Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership

Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership
Reports to: Superintendent of Schools
Salary: $170,000 – $200,000
Employment Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Position

Position Overview
The Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership provides visionary, results-driven
leadership, supervision, and support to school principals and instructional leaders
across the district. This role is central to advancing instructional quality, raising
student achievement, and ensuring consistent implementation of district-wide
initiatives for school improvement and student success.

Working collaboratively with principals, cabinet members, and district administrators,
the Assistant Superintendent ensures that school leadership is aligned to the district’s
strategic vision, fosters a culture of excellence and accountability, and guarantees that
all students—regardless of background—have equitable access to a high-quality
education.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
· Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, Curriculum &
Instruction, or a related field.
· Valid New York State School District Leader (SDL) or School Administrator
and Supervisor (SAS) certification.
· 5–10 years of successful school or district leadership experience, preferably
including service as a principal in an urban district.
· Strong expertise in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and school
improvement strategies.
· Demonstrated success in leading data-driven initiatives that improved student
outcomes.
· Experience coaching, evaluating, and developing school leaders.

Preferred Qualifications
· Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership or a related field.
· Experience managing federal and state grants, budgeting, and fiscal planning.
· Prior leadership in an urban public school district serving diverse student
populations.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & School Improvement
· Collaborate with cabinet members to organize and monitor district-wide efforts
in school turnaround, improvement, and instructional supports for students.
· Use data and evidence-based practices to create a culture of continuous
improvement, building capacity among school leaders for collaborative and
effective decision-making.
· Oversee and direct funding and programming for identified Priority Schools.
· Support the design and implementation of new schools and innovative
programs aligned to district needs.
· Instructional Leadership
· Supervise and coach principals to strengthen instructional leadership, student
support systems, and community engagement.
· Lead professional development for principals and assistant principals, including
Leadership Institutes, Learning Walks, monthly leadership meetings, and
summer retreats.
· Ensure school leaders are proficient in analyzing data to inform instructional
practice and interventions.
· Support implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS),
restorative justice, SEL, and culturally responsive teaching.
School Supervision & Accountability
· Evaluate principal performance, provide feedback, and make tenure
recommendations for probationary principals.
· Develop and oversee Principal Improvement Plans where necessary.
· Review and monitor School Comprehensive Education Plans (SCEPs) for
alignment with the District Comprehensive Improvement Plan (DCIP) and state
requirements.
· Ensure compliance with all state and federal accountability measures, including
DTSDE reports, SIGs, and monitoring processes.
Management & Operations
· Partner with Human Resources to interview, recommend, and assign new
principals and assistant principals.
· Collaborate with principals and HR on teacher performance management,
including Teacher Improvement Plans.
· Oversee school-level budgeting and resource allocation to ensure alignment
with district priorities.
· Work with central office departments to resolve school-level concerns related
to operations, facilities, and finance.
· Oversee Extended Learning Opportunity Programs and other enrichment efforts
to support student growth.
· Serve as designee for the Superintendent as needed.
Community Engagement & Equity
· Collaborate with families, community partners, and stakeholders to strengthen
school-community relationships.
· Communicate with parents and community groups regarding school concerns,
initiatives, and projects.
· Champion equity-focused initiatives that ensure all students have access to
rigorous instruction, advanced coursework, and college and career readiness
opportunities.
· Develop partnerships with local colleges, businesses, and community
organizations to expand student pathways.

Key Competencies
· Strategic vision and courage to ensure all students achieve at high levels.
· Strong instructional leadership and school improvement expertise.
· Ability to supervise and develop principals and school leaders effectively.
· Collaborative skills to align district strategy with school-level execution.
· Proficiency in managing change through data-driven decision-making.
· Strong management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
· Commitment to equity, access, and culturally responsive leadership practices.

Performance Expectations
· Provide consistent, high-quality support and accountability across all schools.
· Increase student achievement and school performance through targeted
coaching and professional development.
· Promote inclusive, safe, and academically rigorous learning environments.
· Ensure school leadership practices are aligned with district goals, NYSED
regulations, and Board policies.
· Build and sustain a culture of continuous improvement across the district.
· Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Salary : $170,000 - $200,000