TITLE: Middle School Assistant Principal
LOCATION: Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School (Grades 6-8)
TYPE OF POSITION: 12-month position
START DATE: Immediate
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
POSITION SUMMARY To use leadership, supervisory, and administrative skills to assist the middle school principal in promoting and advancing the educational development of each student. This includes such responsibilities as leading, directing, counseling, and supervising a variety of personnel and programs; creating effective parent, teacher, student communications, supporting, encouraging,
mentoring, and evaluating staff; fostering teamwork between teachers and among staff and parents; and managing budget items.
QUALIFICATIONS To be considered qualified for this position, candidates must minimally have the following:
- Licensed or licensable as a Principal/Assistant Principal 5-8 and SEI Endorsed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- At least five (5) years of relevant experience in a public school setting and three (3) years administrative experience preferred. Said administrative experience shall include at a minimum supervision and evaluation of staff and professional development work
- Master's Degree in education preferred
- Middle level teaching and administrator experience preferred
- Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the administration and supervision of all programs in a school
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, parents, students, teachers, support staff and associates
- Ability to be flexible
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population
RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS which include but are not limited to:Assists the Principal in the following areas:
Development of Educational Programming: - Supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the school's educational programs and initiatives.
- Assists in evaluating the appropriateness and effectiveness of instructional programming and monitors implementation to ensure alignment with school and district goals.
- Knowledgeable of the Section 504 process, including facilitating 504 meetings, overseeing the development and implementation of 504 Accommodation Plans, and monitoring compliance with applicable requirements.
- Participates in school-wide and district-wide committees and initiatives focused on advancing the educational program and supporting continuous school improvement.
Student Supervision: - Leads the school's student behavior and discipline program, serving as the primary administrator for behavioral concerns and ensuring consistent implementation of school
expectations and disciplinary procedures.
- Works collaboratively with students, families, teachers, and support staff to address academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs.
- Supports teachers in implementing effective classroom management and behavior intervention strategies.
- Participates in student support and evaluation meetings, including the special education team process.
- Coordinates student activity programs, field trips, and other school events as necessary.
- Oversees and acts as the lead supervisor of afterschool student events.
Staff Supervision: - Supervises, supports, coaches, and evaluates assigned staff to promote professional growth and high-quality instructional and operational practices.
- Plans, coordinates, and facilitates professional learning and staff development aligned with school and district goals.
- Collaborates with faculty and staff to identify, analyze, and resolve school-based challenges through effective problem-solving and shared decision-making.
Administration: - Develops and coordinates schedules for ancillary and support staff to ensure effective delivery of services throughout the school.
- Prepares, maintains, and reviews reports, records, and documentation necessary for effective school administration and operations.
- Interprets, communicates, and supports the implementation of district and school policies, procedures, and administrative regulations.
- Collaborates in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the school safety plan to ensure a safe and secure learning environment.
- Assists with the coordination and administration of state and district-required assessments.
- Serves as the administrative designee and represents the Principal in their absence.
- Assumes additional reasonable responsibilities as directed by the Principal.
WORK YEAR: Full year.
SALARY RANGE: $103,000-$113,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications
