Interim Principal Newton North High School

Newton Public Schools•Newton, MA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal of Newton North High School serves as the instructional and operational leader of a comprehensive high school (grades 9–12), responsible for ensuring high levels of academic achievement, equitable access to rigorous learning, and a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive school environment. Grounded in the school’s mission to “teach and learn to the depth and distance of our abilities” while fostering integrity, civic responsibility, and respect for all, the Principal leads continuous improvement aligned with Massachusetts DESE Standards I–IV. The Principal uses data-driven decision-making to sustain strong outcomes (e.g., high MCAS performance and graduation rates) while addressing persistent opportunity gaps across student groups. The Principal will be expected to lead improvement efforts focused on disparities in advanced coursework access, graduation and persistence gaps, grade 9 success variability, and accountability performance. The Principal will lead targeted strategies to ensure equitable access, opportunity, and outcomes for all student groups, consistent with district and DESE priorities.

Requirements

Massachusetts DESE licensure as a High School Principal (9–12)
Master’s degree (advanced degree preferred)
Minimum of 7 years of successful teaching experience at the secondary level
Demonstrated success in instructional leadership, supervision, and evaluation
Experience leading equity-focused school improvement initiatives
Strong knowledge of curriculum frameworks, assessment systems, and culturally responsive practices

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a high school principal or assistant principal
Experience in large, comprehensive high school or district leadership settings
Demonstrated success in improving outcomes for historically marginalized student groups
Experience with data analysis and continuous improvement cycles

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of high-quality, culturally responsive curriculum and instruction.
Use data (MCAS, course completion, graduation rates) to drive equitable student outcomes.
Expand access to advanced coursework and rigorous learning opportunities for all students.
Monitor and support effective instructional practices across departments.
Oversee school operations, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Ensure systems support student achievement, safety, and well-being.
Align staffing and course offerings to student needs and equitable access goals.
Collaborate with central office to address operational and programmatic needs.
Build strong, inclusive partnerships with families and community stakeholders.
Ensure transparent and culturally responsive communication.
Promote student voice, civic engagement, and community participation consistent with the school’s mission.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented professional culture.
Supervise and evaluate staff using DESE-aligned frameworks.
Lead professional learning focused on equity, culturally responsive practices, and instructional improvement.
Recruit, develop, and retain a diverse and highly effective staff.