Frontline Applicant Tracking - Stamford Public Schools

Openings as of 4/15/2025
Administration - Certified

092 Administrative Positions (2025-2026 School Year)

JobID: 12341

Position Type:
  Administration - Certified


Date Posted:
  3/14/2025


Location:
  Stamford HS


Date Available:
  2025-2026 School Year


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Join Our Candidate Pool:
We are actively building a pool of outstanding educators for the upcoming school year! By applying to this Candidate Pool, you’ll be among the first to express interest in future openings.  Joining our pool allows us to engage with you early. Hiring managers across all SPS schools will begin their search with candidate pools, while reviewing your application for specific openings throughout the 2025 hiring season.

Announcements for specific vacancies will be posted as positions become available.

This posting is for all Stamford Public Schools anticipated vacancies for the 2025-2026 school year.  Please apply to all postings that you are qualified for and interested in.
About Stamford Public Schools:
The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student.  Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate teachers who help us achieve our mission and vision.  If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

To learn more about our district, our individual schools, and why you should choose Stamford Public Schools, please Click Here!
Note: Educators dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.
 
Application Procedures:
Online application is required and must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume.  “See attached resume” is not acceptable.  Only submitted applications of candidates who meet the stated posting requirements will be considered.

Required Application Documents:
To be considered for this position, please provide the following:
 
• A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
• A current resume.
• Two (2) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years.
  • Internal candidates must submit at least one letter from their current supervisor.
  • External candidates may submit a letter from either a current or recent supervisor.
 

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.





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Openings as of 4/15/2025
Administration - Certified

Coordinator of Access and Opportunity

JobID: 12388

Position Type:
  Administration - Certified


Date Posted:
  3/28/2025


Location:
  Stamford, CT


Date Available:
  2025-2026 School Year


Closing Date:
  04/13/2025


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Union:
Stamford Administrative Unit (SAU)
 
Work Year:
In keeping with contracts for SAU

Salary: 
Starting between $182,542 and $185,689 based on experience.

About Stamford Public Schools:
The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student.  Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate teachers who help us achieve our mission and vision.  If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!


General Statement:
The Coordinator of Access & Opportunity is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of the middle school alternative program, the supervision of innovative and non-traditional educational opportunities, coordination of Social Emotional Learning initiatives, and providing support to the Office of Family and Community Engagement.
 
The ideal candidate is a visionary leader who sees the potential for success in all students, understands that students learn at different paces and in different environments, recognizes the importance of social emotional learning in student development, and is passionate about providing such opportunities to all students.  The Coordinator of Access & Opportunity ensures that all programs and initiatives are designed and implemented with a focus on equity and inclusion, addressing the needs of diverse student populations.

See job description attached at the bottom right of the posting for:
• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

Application Procedures:
Online application is required and must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume.  “See attached resume” is not acceptable.  Only submitted applications of candidates who meet the stated posting requirements will be considered.

Required Application Documents:
To be considered for this position, please provide the following:
 
• A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
• A current resume.
• Three (3) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years.
  • Internal candidates must submit at least one letter from their current supervisor.
  • External candidates may submit a letter from either a current or recent supervisor.
 

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.



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• Coordinator of Access and Opportunity - 03.20.25.pdf



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Openings as of 4/15/2025
Administration - Certified

District Assistant Principal for Special Education

JobID: 12343

Position Type:
  Administration - Certified/District Assistant Principal for Special Education


Date Posted:
  3/14/2025


Location:
  Stamford, CT


Date Available:
  2025-2026 School Year


Closing Date:
  03/31/2025


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Posted Pending Board of Education Approval in the 2025-2026 School Year Budget.

Union:
Stamford Administrative Unit (SAU)
 
Work Year:
In keeping with contracts for SAU
• 206 days for all new hires
• Current SPS Administrators in 224 day roles who transfer to this role will remain 224 and support oversight of summer school / extended school year (ESY)

Salary: 
• 206 Day Position: $170,129 to $176,844.  Starting between $170,129 and $173,062 based on experience.
• 224 Day Position: $182,542 to $189,747.  Starting between $182,542 and $185,689 based on experience.

About Stamford Public Schools:
The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student.  Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate teachers who help us achieve our mission and vision.  If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!


General Statement:
District Assistant Principals for Special Education are responsible for managing special education programming and related services throughout the school district.
 
See job description attached at the bottom right of the posting for:
 
• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

Application Procedures:
Online application is required and must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume.  “See attached resume” is not acceptable.  Only submitted applications of candidates who meet the stated posting requirements will be considered.

Required Application Documents:
To be considered for this position, please provide the following:
 
• A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
• A current resume.
• Three (3) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years.
  • Internal candidates must submit at least one letter from their current supervisor.
  • External candidates may submit a letter from either a current or recent supervisor.
 

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.



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• District Assistant Principal for Special Education - 03.14.25.pdf



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Openings as of 4/15/2025
Administration - Certified

Hart Magnet Elementary School: Elementary School Principal

JobID: 12237

Position Type:
  Administration - Certified/Elementary School Principal


Date Posted:
  2/24/2025


Location:
  Stamford, CT


Date Available:
  07/01/2025


Closing Date:
  03/16/2025


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The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.


Elementary School Principal
 
Summary Description
The Elementary School Principal works with the District Administrative Team to prepare each and every student in their school for higher education and success in the 21^st century. The principal is the academic and the administrative leader of his/her school, and is responsible for communicating and supporting the vision of:
• High expectations for the achievement of all students in their building
• High Quality academic programs within all classrooms in their school, including curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• School support and accountability systems including supervision and evaluation of employees, planning and implementing school improvement plans, leadership, and professional development for all staff members
• Shared responsibility by the entire school community(faculty, staff, students and families) for achievement of the School and District Goals
• The Elementary School principal reports to the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee.

Scope of Responsibilities
• Vision, Mission and Goals – Guides and implements a community-wide shared vision of learning, based on SPS's vision and mission, beginning with communicating high expectations for student performance; reviews and refines vision regularly using various sources of information and continuous data analysis, and makes this vision reality through the creation and implementation of a School Improvement Plan. Promotes a positive, collegial environment which supports learning by students and staff.
• Teaching and Learning – Ensures the success and achievement of all students by monitoring and continuously improving teaching and learning in their building. This includes ensuring that curriculum taught within their building align with District, Connecticut and national standards (ensuring coherence and alignment with secondary school curriculum and instruction). The principal is also responsible for directing professional learning within the building, calling upon support from the Central Office Team when necessary to provide appropriate support for staff members. Additionally the principal is responsible for leadership of the School Data Team, which monitors and evaluates student learning, using assessments and data and accountability strategies to improve achievement. Major areas must include monitoring and evaluating progress towards closing the achievement gap and overseeing Common Core State Standards implementation.
• Organizational Systems and Safety – Aligns the school operations and resources to support academic programs and schools; supervises and evaluates certified and uncertified staff to guarantee the school is safe, efficient, and provides a highly effective learning environment.
• Family and Stakeholders – Acts to ensure equity and access to resources and opportunities for all students and their families; collaborates with families and other stakeholders to respond to diverse community interest and needs
• Ethics and Integrity – Acts ethically and with integrity; creates and sustains in their school an ethical culture committed to values, beliefs, and practices aligned with the SPS vision
• Education System – Upholds and advocates for state, federal, and local policies that support excellence and equity in education
Derived from the Connecticut School Leadership Standards
 
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
• Administers and supervises the school and its regular and special education teaching staff. Directs school staff, ensuring operational effectiveness and an effective learning/working environment.
• Evaluates certified staff (Assistant Principals, Teachers) and uncertified staff (Paraeducators, Office Support Staff, Security Workers, Custodians, etc.) as required by district policies.
• Fosters a work environment that is student-focused and results-oriented
• Participates in the recruitment, selection, placement, induction, support, of all school staff, both certified and noncertified.
• Provides leadership and oversight for the School Data Teams and Professional Learning Communities to support instruction, assessment, professional development, and support programs
• Coordinates the work of school staff and collaborates with district curriculum and instruction staff to develop and implement instructional practices and programs to improve student learning.
• Directs the design of a school-based intervention plan to provide appropriate tiered support for student learning.
• Participates in the planning of school and community events and attends whenever possible.
• Monitors and directs adherence with all district, state and policies, regulations, reports, and procedures. Interprets district, state, and federal policies and laws/regulations related to elementary education to K-5 staff, students, and the community. Monitors the preparation of all required federal, state, and local reports related to their school.
• Keeps well-informed about current trends in Elementary School curricula and best instructional practices and communicates trends throughout the school community. In particular, becomes knowledgeable about Common Core Curricula and standards and supports its implementation in the school and the district
• Ensures the needs of English language learners and students with disabilities are met in each school; advocates for equitable resources and support to assure high achievement of all students
• Assists in the development of the SPS budget and monitors the budgets for their school. Prepares and monitors the school budget.
• Maintains good relations and communications with parents and community groups
• Performs related work as required

Knowledge and Skills
• Commitment to creating schools that prepares each and every student for higher education and success in the 21^st century
• Demonstrated ability to build an integrated collaborative team that exhibits excellent communications and develops a collegial environment within the school to support learning for all.
• Extensive knowledge of learning theory, program implementation, best practices in instruction of students and assessment processes
• Use of data-driven decision making to determine effectiveness of programs and initiatives
• Excellent conceptual, analytical, problem solving, organizational, and leadership skills
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, policies and procedures related to public schools
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills and a proven track record of working collaboratively with multiple and diverse constituencies
• High standards of ethics, honesty and integrity
• Knowledge of and/or demonstrate the ability to learn and implement Operating Systems (i.e. Windows); Office suites (i.e. Microsoft Office, Google Docs); Presentation Software (i.e. PowerPoint, Keynote); Spreadsheets (i.e. Excel, Google Spreadsheets); Communication and Collaboration tools (i.e. Skype); Accounting Software (i.e. QuickBooks); Student Information Systems (i.e. Naviance, Power School); or any other technology deemed relevant for this position.

Qualifications
• Connecticut Professional Educator Certificate - Intermediate Administrator (092)
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration. Doctoral degree is desirable
• Minimum of three (3) years administrative experience or related intern experience, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of elementary school administration as well as the current best practices in elementary school instruction.
• Demonstrated experience in managing programs, staff supervision and school operations.
• Experience in leading educational programs and reform, including the ability to deploy resources and prioritize and manage multiple projects; experience in curriculum development preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of student and program assessment, data analysis, program development and evaluation, effective instructional strategies, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to teaching and learning
• Superior communication skills (oral and written)
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to motivate people
• Experience working in an urban/multicultural environment including experience with ESL, TESOL, Sheltered Content or bilingual experience and language fluency in a language other than English is preferred.
• High standards of ethics, honesty and integrity

UNION:
Stamford Administrative Unit (SAU)
 
WORK YEAR:
Per SAU Contract
  
SALARY:
Per SAU Contract.
2025-2026 School Year: Starting between $195,753 - $199,107, depending on experience.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Online application is required.

Internal Applicants - Please upload:
1. A cover letter summarizing your interest in and qualifications for this position
2. A resume
3. A minimum of 3 letters of reference, at least one of which is from a current supervisor
 
External Applicants - Please upload a minimum of 3 letters of reference, at least one of which is from a current or recent past supervisor.




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