Vice Principal (Bilingual Spanish Preferred)

About the role

The Vice Principal provides high-level instructional leadership and administrative support to the Elementary School Principal to promote the educational development of all students and staff. This role is responsible for leading, directing, and supervising a variety of personnel and programs while fostering a collaborative environment between teachers, students, and families.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily school operations
• Mentor and evaluate staff
• Participate in MTSS and SEL initiatives
• Lead the revision, implementation, and continuous evaluation of curriculum
• Engage with students and families regarding academic progress, social-emotional development, and behavioral needs
• Develop, administer, and enforce student conduct policies
• Support instructional staff in resolving complex or serious disciplinary issues
• Coordinate student activities, special programs, field trips, and school-wide events
• Serve as the chief administrator and represent the principal in their absence

Requirements

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the area of major study or a related field
• A minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience in a diverse learning environment
• At least three (3) years of demonstrated experience in a leadership capacity
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is strongly preferred

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Teaching License in Principal/Assistant Principal (Grades PreK-8) and SEI Endorsement for Administrators

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Sound reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional literature, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective cross-departmental working relationships
• Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence
• Reliability, professionalism, and composure
• Strong organizational and project-management skills
• Proficiency in using technology and enterprise software
• Commitment to performing all duties in compliance with state and federal laws, Framingham Public Schools policies, and collective bargaining agreements
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive personnel, legal, financial, and student information
• Ability to interact with early childhood students at their eye level
• Specialized knowledge of IDEA and Massachusetts special education regulations (603 CMR 28.00)
• Ability to interpret complex evaluative reports and medical data

Benefits

Framingham Public Schools offers a range of benefits to its employees, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance plans
• Paid time off and holidays

Pay

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a 2026-2027 school year contract.