Massachusetts Superintendent Support Network (MSSN) Facilitator

Purpose: 

One of the M.A.S.S. strategic plan initiatives states: “Build superintendent centered wrap-around support systems and programs that include relationships and collaboration with all allies and partners so superintendents are able to confront their challenges and lead their school districts.”

In response to this initiative, M.A.S.S.created the “M.A.S.S. Superintendent Support Network” (MSSN) pilot program. The pilot will expand in 26-27 to include an additional cohort. . This Small Group Support Network is a safe space for a small group of superintendent colleagues, 

 supported by peer  superintendents, to engage in open dialogue and exchange of ideas, concerns, and strategic thinking. 

For the 2026-27 school year, there will be  4 cohorts of 8 active superintendents each who meet monthly with 2 trained “Superintendent Facilitators.” 

The  “Superintendent Facilitators” will be experienced superintendents who will provide the facilitation for those small group cohorts. 

M.A.S.S. is welcoming qualified and interested superintendents who wish to be considered for the “Superintendent Facilitator” position to apply considering the following: 

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience as an active superintendent of schools preferred.
• Demonstrated service to colleagues and the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents
• Demonstrated experience as a mentor to superintendents through a recognized program(e.g. BC LLP Mentors; M.A.S.S. Assistant Superintendent Mentors)

Requirements: 

• Attend nine (9) 2-hour monthly training sessions with “lead facilitators” to:
  • Support “superintendent facilitators” development as a mentor and skilled facilitator who can make effective use of a consulting protocol
  • Participate effectively in a process that ensures superintendents access  individualized support as needed
  • Develop skills to lead cohort superintendent consultancy sessions  
  • Reflect thoughtfully and act on feedback offered by colleagues and lead facilitators
• Beginning in September 2026, facilitate a cohort of up to 8 superintendents 

Application Process

• Send resumes and cover letter that defines qualifications to M.A.S.S. Director of Operations by Monday, August 31st  to Erica Hedrick at ehedrick@massupt.org.
• Submit, one page or less, a statement describing your interest and why you should be selected as a “Superintendent Facilitator.”
• A screening team will select applicants for an interview. 
• An in-person interview will include interacting with a performance task that simulates the superintendent facilitator role.

Superintendent facilitators are eligible for a modest bi-annual stipend