Assistant Principal - Grades 8-9

The Quabbin Regional School District is seeking an Assistant Principal Gr. 8-9 to assist in the planning, administration, and evaluation of functions necessary for the operation of the Quabbin Regional Middle/High School.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree required
• Minimum of five years of teaching and 5 years of leadership experience in grades 7-12 preferred
• Valid Massachusetts Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education Assistant Principal/Principal or Director license or a comprable Administrator's License

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of others based on individual strengths and weaknesses, and to guide their professional growth.
• Possess extensive knowledge of the curriculum and instructional program including content and methodologies
• Ability to analyze, interpret and utilize data
• Experience leading quality professional development
• Demonstrated ability to use research based practices that results in higher student achievement.
• Ability to plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of others based on individual strengths and weaknesses, and to guide their professional growth.
• Knowledge of current curriculum and instructional practices and trends
• Knowledge of public school administration and organization and the support activities required
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate appropriate instructional and operational support programs
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community; and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Foster an equitable and inclusive school environment where all students feel safe, valued, respected, and connected to the school community.
• Work proactively with middle school students to support emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and positive peer relationships during a critical stage of adolescent development
• Collaborate with counselors, support staff, and families to develop interventions and supports that address both behavioral and social-emotional needs

Salary to commensurate with experince - starting $90,000