Temporary Assistant Principal - McLoughlin Middle School

Medford School District, 549C•Medford, OR

About The Position

The Middle School Assistant Principal assists the building principal in organizing and fostering a positive, safe environment that meets the needs of students, staff, and families. Working closely with the principal, the Assistant Principal helps implement an instructional vision and focused plan to improve student achievement and narrow disparities between the highest- and lowest-performing students. The role supports educators in strengthening instruction, promotes a continuous learning community, and fosters high expectations and equitable access to high-quality, culturally relevant instruction. The Assistant Principal builds partnerships with families and the community and helps create a safe, welcoming environment that reflects and supports the racial and ethnic diversity of the student population and communities served. The Assistant Principal acts as principal when the principal is absent. This is a temporary position for the remainder of the 2026–27 school year. The annual salary will be prorated to the actual days worked. The position is exempt and is listed for 215 days.

Requirements

Previous successful teaching experience.
Experience working with middle school students.
Must be eligible for or properly licensed by the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission for assignment as an administrator.
Valid Oregon driver's license.
Ability to interact appropriately with teachers, staff, community members, and students; resolve conflict, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to a positive team environment.
Fluent verbal and written communication in English; ability to present information and respond to questions in individual, small-group, and large-group settings.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and governmental regulations; write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to perform calculations involving figures and amounts and apply basic algebra, geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to follow written, oral, schedule, or diagram instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
General computer knowledge and ability to use database, email, internet, spreadsheet, teaching, and word-processing software.
Knowledge of supervisory methods and practices, leadership, instructional frameworks, effective educational practices, and school and district procedures.
Ability to provide strategic direction and operational insights; interpret district policy accurately and make appropriate decisions.
Strong organization, time management, prioritization, and record-keeping skills.
Ability to communicate respectfully, clearly, and concisely by telephone, in person, and in writing.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team, including coaching and development; direct subordinate activities appropriately; and maintain positive working relationships with staff and the public.
Ability to collect, maintain, and accurately analyze relevant data; develop alternate solutions; and accept constructive feedback.
Flexible, dependable, responsive, and creative approach to work.
Honesty, integrity, accuracy, a positive attitude, accountability, adaptability, confidentiality, and commitment to continuous professional development.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including regularly lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Ability to speak clearly and understand others, and emotional stability to work effectively under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in both English and Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with the school principal to increase parental involvement, strengthen school-to-home communication, and use community partnerships to improve student outcomes.
Promote communication and participation among the community, staff, and students; identify needs; and plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate school-community relations activities.
Promote parental and community involvement in school and District activities.
Promote a positive, safe, and caring learning climate that supports the racial and ethnic diversity of the school community.
Represent the school in community forums, parent-teacher organizations, and other settings to maintain community support for educational goals and address school-environment issues.
Respond to inquiries from the principal, parents, students, staff, and other stakeholders; identify relevant issues and recommend or implement action plans.
Supervise school personnel, monitor performance, support professional growth, and help achieve curriculum objectives.
Support the principal with policy implementation, meeting facilitation, and other tasks that contribute to smooth administrative operations.
Chair curriculum, safety, site council, faculty, and other meetings to coordinate activities and ensure alignment with school, District, and state goals, policies, and requirements.
Implement policies, procedures, and directives and comply with mandated requirements.
Intervene in inappropriate student behavior to help students modify behavior and develop successful interpersonal skills.
Prepare reports, student activity information, correspondence, audits, and other documentation.
Assist with hiring licensed and classified staff and support evaluation of assigned and classified staff.
Evaluate assigned personnel in support of high standards of teaching and learning.
Provide training and in-services to staff and families.
Help implement instructional strategies and school-wide communication.
Provide student behavior support, including support for diverse learners, instructional delivery methods, assessment, and staff development.
Assist with student orientation, discipline, student recognition, data collection, and securing services for students from outside agencies.
Model effective leadership, communicate and cooperate with stakeholders, and attend meetings and committees as requested.
Provide visible leadership at school and community events.
Supervise students and help maintain a safe environment; supervise assigned staff and after-school or evening events as assigned.
Perform other related duties as assigned.