Assistant Principal of Assessment and Instruction - Portsmouth Middle School

Portsmouth School Department•Portsmouth, RI

22h

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the Building Principal, the Assistant Principal of Assessment and Instruction will support students to ensure that they meet our academic expectations. The Assistant Principal of Assessment and Instruction will provide support for students and families that are consistent with the district's vision, mission, and strategic goals. The Assistant Principal of Assessment and Instruction will assist with test coordination, assessment, data analysis, intervention systems, intervention programming, instructional systems, and instructional programming.

Requirements

Masters degree, equivalent or ability to obtain the same by July 1, 2026 from an accredited college or university; education background should include courses in educational administration, supervision, and child development.
A valid certificate in a K-12 field and/or K-6 or 7-12 with high school endorsement issued by the Rhode Island Department of Education.
A valid certificate as a school principal/assistant school principal issued by the Rhode Island Department of Education, or ability to obtain the same by July 1, 2026.
At least 5 years of successful teaching experience (preferred)
Training or willingness to complete training in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, Restorative Practices, and the RIDE Educator Evaluation System
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Committee may find appropriate and acceptable.
Administrative Certificate required by the Rhode Island State Department of Education or ability to obtain the same by July 1, 2026.
Communicate and detect information at levels to be able to make presentations and exchange information in person and on the telephone
Express oneself so others will be able to clearly understand
Constantly operate a computer keyboard and manipulate paper
Detect, determine, perceive and identify documentation and reports, and to observe students
Able to meet multiple demands from several people and meet deadlines with severe time constraints
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, in both indoor and outdoor environments, and regularly move and traverse in order to maintain a safe learning environment
Stamina to work irregular or extended hours to include a full day and then attending meetings or supervising evening events
Work at a desk, conference table, small student classroom table, or in meetings in various configurations
Position self to be able to retrieve items overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally
Move and transport moderately heavy objects (consistent with the Bureau of Labor Statistics)
Clear Criminal background check
Verification of health to perform job

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of successful teaching experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the MTSS academic target team and coordinate/lead staff development activities related to academic intervention implementation.
Collect, analyze, and interpret data and performance measures for dissemination to improve the delivery of academic interventions.
Coordinate interventions across grade levels during learning centers.
Assists teachers/teams in designing and implementing Tier II and Tier III academic interventions.
Member of the Building Leadership Team
Member of the School Improvement Team
Assist in School Test Coordination
Assists in the development of a program for the evaluation and improvement of instruction to ensure maximum educational benefits for student
Assists in ensuring the educational philosophy is consistent with best practices as well as alignment with the district strategic plan.
Assists in the recruitment of staff
Assist with supervision of special events
Serve as a primary evaluator
Perform other related duties as directed by the Principal.