Elementary Assistant Principal (Interim) - Chandler School

Duxbury Public Schools•Duxbury, MA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Duxbury Public Schools is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Elementary Assistant Principal (Interim) - Chandler Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The Chandler Elementary Assistant Principal supports the Principal in leading the school community by fostering a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring the academic, social, and emotional success of all students.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, or a related field
Previous teaching experience
Current Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Licensure: Principal/Assistant Principal (1-6), (PreK-8)

Responsibilities

Serves as the accountable administrator during the principal’s absence
Assists the principal in the educational, curricular and instructional leadership of the school
Fosters the development of a positive, respectful school climate
Assists the principal in the supervision and evaluation of teachers and support staff
Assists the principal in the recruitment and hiring of professional and support staff
Organizes and oversees the transition of students and families
Oversees the implementation of the program of student discipline procedures as specified in the Code of Conduct and Parent handbooks
Oversees the supervision of students in the cafeteria and on the playground
Oversees daily attendance procedures and record keeping, and takes action on absences as needed
Coordinates or assists in the administration of Kindergarten Screening
Serves as a member of standing committees which provide academic or emotional support to students
Oversees the Student Support Team Process
Oversees the development and updating of District Curriculum Accommodation Plans and 504 Accommodation Plans
Coordinates community connections for the student population in order to enhance the learning experience of each child
Schedules and supervises school-related activities and events
Supervises and oversees the program of non-athletic, co-curricular activities within the school, including building use by student organizations and assembly programs
Assists the principal in planning regular meetings of the faculty and staff, and other work groups within the school, and presides over such meetings when assigned by the principal
Supervises the daily operations of the building including custodial services, maintenance of the building, safety programs and fire drills
Assists in developing the school master schedule which includes teacher and student schedules, special area instruction, plus lists and room assignments
Supervises the transportation operations in cooperation with the Business Manager
Assists the principal in the development of the annual budget
Oversees the ordering and maintains the necessary level of supplies to support teachers in the instructional program
Communicates and meets with student, parent and community groups for programming purposes
Participates in personal professional development
Coordinates and supervises building-based professional development activities
Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or Superintendent