Marthas Vineyard, MA - Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Marthas Vineyard, MA - Assistant Superintendent of Schools

• Position Type:
  Assistant Superintendent / Assistant Superintendent
• Date Posted: 3/2/2026
• Location:
  
  Martha's Vineyard Public Schools, MA
• Date Available:
  
  07/01/2026
• Closing Date: 03/24/2026

The Superintendent of Martha's Vineyard Public Schools (MVYPS) invites highly qualified candidates to apply for the position of Assistant Superintendent of Schools.

Located on the island of Martha's Vineyard, MVYPS is a Superintendency Union serving 2200 students in grades PreK-12. MVYPS includes six schools that collectively serve an engaged and supportive community of 23,000 residents among the Island's six towns.

For more information about Martha's Vineyard Public Schools, please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

The MVYPS Assistant Superintendent will support the daily operations, instructional program, professional and support staff supervision as directed by the Superintendent, and budget development and implementation, as well as maintaining a visible presence with students, parents, and the broader community.

• Collaborative leader:
  Demonstrated experience supporting the daily management of school operations in a collaborative manner, including school safety, daily scheduling, transportation, and resource planning. The Assistant Superintendent will continue the development of system-wide initiatives that support curriculum and organizational practices and programs, and operate as a resource in ongoing capital projects.
• Effective team builder:
  Demonstrated experience developing teachers and staff through coaching and mentoring. Ensures that all teachers and staff are well supported with the resources they need to be productive in their roles.
• Dedicated community leader:
  Cultivates long‑term partnerships with community partners and neighbors across the Island. Actively manages initiatives that deliver shared impact. Serves as a unifier.
• Committed to students and staff:
  Genuinely enjoys being in the education environment among and around students and staff and is passionate about MVYPS's commitments:
  • Improved Instructional Practices
  • Effectively Addressing Student Behaviors
  • Fostering Student and Staff Mental Health
  • Increasing Family Engagement
• Champions the culture:
  Leads with inclusivity and actively supports diverse populations. Understands the unique setting and needs of the Island's six towns. Prioritizes the maintenance of school traditions while creating new ones.

In accordance with district personnel policies, applicable statutes, budgetary parameters, and subject to the direction and approval of the Superintendent, the MVYPS Assistant Superintendent will help to organize, implement, and supervise an operational and learning environment conducive to the maximum educational growth of each learner.

The successful candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills. Three years of classroom teaching experience and three years of experience as a school administrator are required. A master's degree in education or related field and valid Massachusetts license as a Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent are required. Experience in human resources, school or district operations, and strong curriculum knowledge are preferred. Residence on the Island of Martha's Vineyard is expected.

Martha's Vineyard Public Schools offers a regionally competitive salary ($155,000-$175,000) and benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Final date to receive applications is March 24, 2026
. Review of materials will begin immediately after the deadline. The expected start date for the successful candidate is July 1, 2026.

For more information, please contact: NESDEC Search Office, Martha's Vineyard Assistant Superintendent Search, NESDEC, 28 Lord Road, Marlborough, MA 01752;
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