Jessica Downey Ed.d.

Located minutes from downtown Boston, Massachusetts, the Needham Public Schools dedicates itself to cultivating academic excellence, civic responsibility and the personal growth of each member of our community. The Needham Public Schools has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate. The District has dedicated itself to cultivating an environment where it embraces diverse perspectives and backgrounds, acknowledging that a team reflecting a diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows Needham Public Schools to better serve the Needham community. When filling a vacancy, the District searches for high-quality candidates that can best provide the services of that position. Often times, the ideal candidate may have a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every one of the qualifications described for the position. The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate against students, parents, applicants, employees, or the general public on the basis of race, color, sex, homeless status, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age. In addition to the protected classes identified and in regard to employment practices, the Needham Public Schools also does not discriminate based on genetic information, ancestry, or status as a veteran.