Elementary Principal, Grades K-5

Company: Cambridge Public Schools
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Position: Elementary Principal, Grades K-5, Extended Learning Time Fletcher-Maynard Academy Overview of Cambridge Public Schools: Cambridge is a vibrant, diverse city as well as a central hub of the nation’s innovative economy. Educating approximately 7,000 students preK–12, the Cambridge Public Schools consists of diverse and dedicated faculty, cutting-edge technology and innovative programs. While each of the CPS school communities is unique, they are joined in a shared vision of rigorous, joyful and culturally responsive learning. Over 30% of CPS students speak a language other than English at home, and more than 70 languages are represented across the district. Our schools proudly embrace this linguistic and cultural diversity while striving to establish high expectations for all students. The Fletcher-Maynard Community: Fletcher Maynard Academy is an inclusive, student-centered elementary school serving students from PreK to Grade 5 in the heart of Cambridge. Our school is committed to equity, innovation, and academic excellence. FMA fosters a positive, professional, and collaborative environment where students thrive through strong relationships, engaging instruction, and a whole-child approach. We are proud of our culturally diverse community and work in partnership with families to close opportunity gaps and support every child’s success. The Opportunity: The Fletcher-Maynard Principal reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education and is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the school by ensuring that educators, staff, partners, and volunteers provide a nurturing, safe, and supportive environment where the self-esteem of children is enhanced, independence is encouraged, and individuality is respected. The Principal is committed to fostering equity, inclusion, and belonging and leading their school community in becoming an anti-racist school community through a shared vision, aligned goals, and courageous conversations. The Principal is committed to high expectations for all and values school as a place of community, strong family partnerships, and collaborative relationships with educators. The Principal is responsible for working collaboratively with the Executive Leadership Team and other school and district leaders to ensure we meet and achieve our organizational goals and objectives, and that we cultivate leaders within our schools who can become leaders in the future. Key Responsibilities: Instructional Leadership: Set high expectations for high-quality instructional practices at all levels. Develop and implement the school improvement plan that is aligned with the district’s strategic plan. Guide the development and implementation of effective curriculum, instruction, and assessment, along with target interventions, leading students to become self-directed learners prepared for success in secondary school, and future college and career success. Technical and Professional Knowledge: Evaluate and oversee the development and implementation of instructional programs and activities. Develops and implements an effective daily schedule and student activities. Recruits, hires, supervises, develops, and evaluates educators and school staff. Implements all relevant district, state, and national policies, regulations, and procedures. Proactive Leadership: Facilitates proactive and effective two-way communication with families and staff. Ensures effective onboarding orientation for children, families, staff, and volunteers. Conducts frequent and ongoing classroom observations with curriculum leaders to monitor, coach, and support educators and staff. Coaches and develops the Assistant Principal in becoming an instructional leader. Plans effective and relevant professional development that is aligned with the district’s vision and focused initiatives. Conduct educator and staff evaluations (goal setting, observation, feedback) to ensure support and continuous improvement for educator and staff professional practice. Responsible for reaching improvement targets as outlined by the district. Critical Thinking: Analyzes and reports on student performance assessments as a basis for curriculum improvement and staff development needs. Implements effective data team meetings aligned with the district’s data team meeting framework. School Culture: Establishes and leads a culture that results in a love of learning, student agency, and a full range of student learning and growth. Builds an engaged, respectful, and inclusive school community. Creates, leads, and maintains a culture that encourages team members to innovate in an effort to ensure that equity gaps are eliminated and college and career readiness is an expectation and reality for all students. Managerial: Leads the selection, supervision, and evaluation of educators and staff. Manages the approved budget. Monitors the school facility maintenance, service, and needs. Monitors custodial services to ensure a clean, healthy, and safe learning environment. Prepares and/or oversees the preparation of required reports and maintains all appropriate records, including accurate discipline and attendance records. Facilitation: Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to guide individuals and groups to task accomplishments. Plans and executes monthly staff meetings aligned to district and school improvement goals. Facilitates problem-solving with individuals and groups. Counsels with parents and staff to resolve problems and concerns. Parent/Family Connections: Builds and maintains positive and engaging relationships with families. Works cooperatively with families to strengthen the educational program for their children. Actively engage and collaborate with the School Council to ensure school growth and improvement. Respects each family’s uniqueness and access to school and district services and supports for all children and families. Professionalism: Upholds and enforces district policies, administrative procedures, and school rules and regulations. Maintains appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance, and maintains appropriate relationships with other staff and leaders. Strives to communicate the positive aspects of CPS to the public in word and deed. Attend all required district leadership meetings and professional development. Continue professional growth through participation in regional and national professional development and leadership organizations. Student Growth and Stability: Fully implement CPS's curricular, assessment, and learning systems used by educators, staff, students, and families. Hire highly qualified, skilled, and diverse instructional and non-instructional staff. Develop systems and structures that support student growth and achievement. Work Year: 217 days How to Join Our Team: Apply online at www.cpsd.us . Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills, experience, and commitment to equity align with the qualifications of the position and indicating how you learned about this opportunity. At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.

Keywords: Cambridge Public Schools, Medford , Elementary Principal, Grades K-5, Administration, Clerical , Cambridge, Massachusetts