Assistant Principal-Middle School
About The Position
In compliance with state and federal laws, the Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute. Summary: Provides overall support to the middle school principal. Specific areas of responsibility include: shaping a positive school climate, providing educational leadership and assuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree or higher in education administration, special education or related field
- Massachusetts DESE licensure as an middle school teacher and/or special education teacher required; eligible for license as a middle school principal or special education
- Five or more years of successful teaching experience, preferably at the middle school level required, reflecting a comprehensive understanding of teaching and learning
- Demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities below as evidenced by course work, educational experience, school-level involvement and/or system wide professional activities, and the interview process
- Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Solid technological skills
- Demonstrated organizational skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience in school administration or related field desired, but not required
- Experience providing professional development
Responsibilities
- Shaping a Positive School Climate
- Effective Discipline
- Family Engagement and Collaboration
- School Safety
- Articulation
- Monitoring Student Attendance
- Providing Educational Leadership
- Supervision and Evaluation
- Team Leadership
- School Leadership as Part of the Administrative Team
- Establishing, implementing and/or supporting systems, plans, procedures and routines that assure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school
- Scheduling
- Building Coverage
- Substitute Coverage
- Standardized Testing, including MCAS scheduling, oversight and supervision
- Crisis Procedures, including evacuation, shelter-in-place and lockdown procedures
- Plan and Lead School-wide Activities
- Coverage for after school and evening sports and performance events
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Job Type
Full-time
