Middle School Principal

School Administrative Unit 70 • Hanover, NH

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About The Position

The Frances C. Richmond Middle School community in Hanover, NH, is seeking a skilled and caring educator to serve as its next principal. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with a talented staff and a supportive community. The school serves approximately 350 students in grades six through eight. Richmond Middle School is among the highest performing middle schools in New Hampshire and was recently named a Blue Ribbon School. It is part of School Administrative Unit 70’s Dresden School District, the nation’s first interstate school district. The school enrolls students from both Hanover, NH, and Norwich, VT. Situated in the beautiful Upper Valley of the Connecticut River, a short drive to the Green Mountains of Vermont and the White Mountains of New Hampshire, the area offers innumerable recreational opportunities. The proximity of Dartmouth College provides rich cultural opportunities, and the cities of Boston, MA, Portland, ME, and Burlington, VT are nearby. The principal is responsible for the instructional leadership and day-to-day management of the school, the oversight of all 54 certified staff and 27 support staff members, the development and management of an operating budget of nearly $11 million, and the maintenance of the strong relationship between the school and the Hanover / Norwich community. Minimum qualifications for the position include a relevant Master's Degree and eligibility for New Hampshire principal certification. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with accommodation for qualifications and experience. To apply for this position, please visit the SAU 70 Employment website ( https://sau70.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5483933 ). All application information is strictly confidential until finalists are invited. The deadline for applications and all supporting materials is Monday, February 2, 2026, with an anticipated start date of July 1. Letters should be addressed to: Robin Steiner, Superintendent SAU 70 41 Lebanon Street, Suite 2 Hanover, NH 03755 For more information about our school and school district, please visit our websites at www.frms.org and www.sau70.org . Benefits for this position can be found in the Administrator I Standard Benefits . Please visit the Information for New Hires page for more. The Dresden School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• A master’s degree with a major in educational administration or equivalent
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in education with at least three (3) years in school administration and supervision and (3) three years as a teacher.
• Visionary, student focused instructional leader with the ability to motivate and engage staff and students
• Ability to strengthen and promote a culture in the building that incorporates the District’s core values of responsibility, respect, citizenship and integrity
• Demonstrated collaborative leadership and team-building abilities with skills in conflict resolution
• Working knowledge of issues facing public education in New Hampshire including competency based education and personalized learning and ability to be an innovative change agent on these issues
• Ability to establish and develop a strong working relationship with other administrators, faculty and staff and communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that is firm but fair as well as use empathy, care and praise as appropriate
• Must be highly organized with the ability to follow through with tasks and promises
• Exhibits excellent integrity, moral character, creativity and initiative
• Ability to support the integration of curriculum, instruction and assessment strategies to support student learning
• Knowledge of special education requirements and programs.
• Ability to be visible at school functions and activities including those that may occur on weekends or after school hours
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Ability to successfully multi-task within role.
• Ability to accurately and expeditiously type correspondence, reports and memoranda according to standard business practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.
• Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks.
• Valid New Hampshire Principal certification or proof of eligibility

Responsibilities

• Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff
• Organize, manage, evaluate, and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the school and district
• Ensure that the instructional programs engage the learner in tasks that require analytical and critical thinking
• Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and agencies associated with the school.
• Maintain visibility with students, staff, parents, and the community, attending school and community functions regularly to demonstrate a genuine interest in the students and staff.
• Supervise the school’s education program.
• Assume responsibility for the implementation and observance of all school board policies and regulations by the school’s staff and/or students.
• Assist in the development, revisions and evaluation of the curriculum.
• Supervise professional, paraprofessional and nonprofessional personnel attached to the school.
• Encourage the self-improvement and professional growth of staff members.
• Assist in the recruiting, screening, training, assigning, re-assigning and evaluating of the school’s (professional-paraprofessional) staff to accomplish instruction goals and/or improve the instructional program.
• Assume responsibility for the safety and administration of the school and cooperate with the Facilities Director to maintain school grounds and facilities.
• Maintain current inventory of equipment.
• Identify and delegate authority for the responsibility of the school in the absence of the Principal.
• Schedule school time to provide for the efficient conducting of school instruction and business.
• Plan and supervise fire drills and an emergency preparedness programs.
• Maintain high standards of student conduct and enforce discipline as necessary, according due process to the rights of students.
• Supervise and evaluate the school’s extra-curricular program.
• Assist and/or provide in-service orientation and training of all teachers including those with administrative duties.
• Supervise and be responsible for the preparation of all school reports for the School District, State Department of Education, and District School Board as well as attend all Administrative Team meetings.
• Make recommendations concerning the school’s administration, instruction and schedule to the central office.
• Assume responsibility for the attendance, conduct, health and safety of students.
• Assist in the management and preparation of the school budget.
• Assist in the coordination of school wide testing program, in addition to test administration and interpretation of results.
• Maintain accurate and complete records on the progress, attendance and enrollment of students and provide for the proper use, storage and retention of records.
• Act as liaison between the school and the community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encouraging community participation in school life.
• Assist in establishing good staff-board relations.
• Facilitate special conferences between parents and teachers as needed or requested.
• Recommend the removal or non-renewal of staff whose work is unsatisfactory, according to established procedures.
• Conduct meetings of the staff in order to enhance communication, planning and the proper functioning of the school.
• Evaluate student programs and staff in relation to the positive goals of the district and school
• Attend school board meetings; make presentations and reports relative to school building operations and program implementation and/or development when requested.
• During difficult situations will carry through responsibilities in a professional manner.
• Maintain accurate and complete records on all school and petty cash accounts, emergency forms and purchases.
• Comply with all SAU 70 District policy and building / department rules, procedures, practices and objectives.
• Any other duties assigned by the Superintendent and/or the School Board.

Benefits

• competitive salary and benefits package, with accommodation for qualifications and experience
• Benefits for this position can be found in the Administrator I Standard Benefits

What This Job Offers

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