Assistant Principal - Farley Elementary School (FY27)

Hudson Public Schools • Hudson, MA

15h

About The Position

This position is accountable for assisting the principal in the administration and efficient operation of all aspects of the elementary school facility, consistent with sound educational principles and the philosophy of education, which strongly emphasizes student learning and success. This individual is responsible for assuming full responsibility in the principal's absence. The assistant principal will contribute to the evaluation process of all staff.

Requirements

• Licensure as an Elementary School Principal/Assistant Principal from the Massachusetts Department of Education with the SEI endorsement.
• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in an appropriate field.
• A minimum of (3)three years of teaching experience.
• Working knowledge of Massachusetts public education, administration/supervision, and curriculum development.
• Strong written and verbal skills for communicating with parents, students, teachers, administrators, and community representatives.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Principal may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (CORI) and fingerprints

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting and monitoring staff to use effective classroom techniques, which enhance the learning process.
• Responsible for supporting and monitoring staff in the organization, directing, and implementing educational programs, which result in an atmosphere conducive to positive learning.
• Responsible for assisting in the professional development and evaluation of building personnel.
• Supervises and evaluates teachers and other staff consistent with contract procedures.
• Oversee the administration and coordination of MCAS and ACCESS testing.
• Facilitate the onboarding and integration of new teachers and building substitutes by providing clear expectations, professional development, and timely feedback cycles.
• Provide support to teachers in using Tier One behavior management strategies, restorative practices, and Responsive Classroom practices.
• Participate in and support the coordination of personnel selection (e.g., certificated staff, support staff) to recommend qualified candidates to the District for employment.
• Manages school administrative functions to maintain safe, efficient school operations and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Ensure operational stability of all daily school routines, including arrival, dismissal, bus procedures, lunch, and recess, by establishing predictable routines, clear staff roles, on-time transitions, and minimal disruption to instructional time.
• Implement and maintain a transparent system for daily staff coverage and duty rosters, including contingency plans, to ensure the integrity of coverage.
• Manage the deployment and supervision of Paraprofessionals (Paras) and specialists clearly to ensure service minutes are protected and student safety is maintained.
• Supervise administrative assistant duties related to building coverage, lunch, and recess.
• Implements campus-based behavior system to support the development of student self-discipline, ensuring respect, high morale, and enhanced discipline.
• Oversee the implementation of consistent, building-wide restorative practices and logical consequences for student behavior, including ensuring thorough documentation, repair, restitution, and follow-through.
• Proactively managing and responding to day-to-day student behavior and disciplinary issues, utilizing logical consequences, family engagement, and restorative circles/practices.
• Manage the consistent implementation of Section 504 plans, ensuring timely meetings, accurate documentation, and effective communication with staff to maintain compliance.
• Coordinate and co-lead the Instructional Support Team (IST), coordinating with the instructional coach to support in areas of student attendance, behavior, and academic concerns.
• Strategically manage day-to-day student attendance issues to decrease the chronic absenteeism rate of the school and facilitate and support celebratory activities such as student birthday lunches.
• Facilitates communication among personnel, students, and/or parents to evaluate situations, solve problems, and/or resolve conflicts.
• Responsible for implementing/expanding community involvement that would serve to expand, enhance, and enrich the educational environment.
• Establishes and maintains favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs.
• Responsible for assisting the principal in organizing and running the school improvement council.
• Provide parent contact and support as needed.
• Perform any other tasks and other responsibilities assigned or delegated by the Building Principal.

Benefits

• 12-month position.
• 5 personal days, 18 sick days, 25 vacation days prorated pursuant to date of hire
• Benefit Eligible on start date.
• 30 days to enroll in coverage from start date.
• Benefit information: https://www.townofhudson.org/875/Employee-Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level