Anticipated Half Time Assistant Principal

Anticipated Half Time Assistant Principal

MSAD #60 (North Berwick)

Hanson School - East Lebanon, Maine

Job Details

Job ID:5707800

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Posted:Yesterday

Starting Date:Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

Hanson Elementary School is a vibrant early childhood learning community dedicated to fostering a love of discovery in our youngest learners. We specialize in the foundational years, ensuring every student from PreK through Grade 3 develops the social, emotional, and academic skills necessary for lifelong success.

The Assistant Principal serves as a key instructional leader and administrator, working directly with the Principal to oversee daily operations and cultivate a nurturing school culture.

Key Responsibilities

1. Instructional Leadership & Curriculum

Support the implementation of evidence-based literacy and numeracy programs (e.g., Science of Reading).

Conduct frequent classroom observations and provide actionable, "bite-sized" feedback to teachers.

Lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on data-driven instruction and early childhood milestones.

2. Student Support & Culture

Manage student behavior using Restorative Practices and PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) tailored for young children.

Oversee the implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for both academics and behavior.

Foster a joyful, inclusive, and safe school environment where students feel a sense of belonging.

3. Family & Community Engagement

Act as a primary bridge between the school and families, ensuring clear and empathetic communication.

Organize and lead parent workshops on early childhood development and school transitions.

Address parent concerns with a solution-oriented and collaborative approach.

4. Administrative Operations

Assist in the scheduling of specials, duties, and intervention blocks.

Coordinate state and local testing and school-wide screenings (PreK-K).

Serve as the lead administrator in the absence of the Principal.

5. Required Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree in Educational Leadership, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.

Certification: Valid State Administrative/Principal License.

Experience: A minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience, specifically within the PreK-3 range.

Expertise: Deep knowledge of early literacy development, phonemic awareness, and the importance of play in learning.

Position Type:Part-time