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Winchendon Public Schools - Winchendon, MA

posted 30 days ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Winchendon, MA
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

Winchendon Public Schools is ushering in an exciting new era! We endeavor to be a world-class school district and seek an outstanding educator to join our team as a middle school principal. The Assistant Principal at Murdock Middle School plays a vital leadership role in fostering a safe, inclusive, and academically challenging environment that supports the success of all students. This individual will assist the Principal in managing the school's daily operations, supporting teachers and staff, and ensuring that students thrive academically and socially. If you are content with third place, this is not the right fit, but if you are willing to lead like a champion, we'd love to invite you to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Support teachers in implementing effective instructional strategies aligned with district goals and state standards.
  • Analyze student performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement evidence-based interventions.
  • Promote professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices and instructional quality.
  • Foster a positive, inclusive school culture that emphasizes equity, respect, and high expectations for all.
  • Collaborate with students, families, and staff to address and resolve student behavior, discipline, and attendance issues.
  • Lead initiatives that support student well-being, social-emotional learning, and extracurricular engagement.
  • Assist in planning and executing the school's daily operations, including scheduling, special education team meetings, facilities management, and safety protocols.
  • Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal policies and regulations.
  • Support the implementation of emergency procedures and maintain a secure learning environment.
  • Collaborate with the Principal to evaluate teacher and staff performance through observations and constructive feedback.
  • Mentor and support faculty and staff to meet professional goals and improve instructional outcomes.
  • Assist in recruiting and onboarding new staff members.
  • Act as a liaison between the school and families to strengthen home-school partnerships.
  • Participate in community outreach and events to promote the school's vision and mission.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to foster trust and collaboration.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
  • Valid Massachusetts Administrator License (Principal/Assistant Principal or Special Education Administrator).
  • At least 3-5 years of successful teaching experience, with demonstrated leadership experience preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to analyze data, solve problems, and implement school improvement initiatives.

Nice-to-haves

  • Commitment to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive school environment.
  • Knowledge of middle school curriculum, instruction, and assessment strategies.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively and maintain a calm, professional demeanor under pressure.
  • Experience with restorative practices, social-emotional learning, and behavior intervention systems is a plus.
  • Experience facilitating the special education team process is preferred.
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