Middle School Assistant Principal

• Provides leadership in the areas of technology integration, curriculum improvement, and authentic assessment/project based learning development.
• Assumes full responsibility for the building and program in the absence of the Principal.
• Conducts observation and evaluation of instruction and teaching under the direction of the Principal.
• Assists in the teacher orientation program of the school system.
• Evaluate teachers using the Educator Evaluation System under the direction of the Principal.
• Assists the Principal in all phases of administration, supervision, and instruction programs, curriculum work, and program budgets.
• Responsible for the supervision of janitorial services and work related to the daily maintenance and operation of the school.
• Oversees student behavioral expectations laid out in the Student/Parent Handbook.
• Provide targeted support to educators and support staff around practices that promote safe, equitable, restorative, and non-punitive disciplinary approaches.
• Works as a team member to ensure that the educational program follows the school’s mission including measuring, monitoring, and evaluating the success of the program.
• Assists in ensuring all legal and regulatory documents are filed.
• Uses data, with an inclusive and equitable lens, to improve the teaching and learning of all staff and students.
• Assumes responsibility under the direction of the Principal for making all supervisory schedule assignments, cafeteria supervision, study hall supervision and corridor supervision.
• Maintains high visibility within the school and communicates closely with students regarding their behavior and performance. Assumes responsibility for administration and supervision of all related student activities.
• Assists the middle school principal in the management and supervision of all employees in the middle school.
• Assist in the scheduling of staff and students as needed in order to meet the learning needs of all in our school community.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Apply knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, current state standards and expectations, best and differentiated instructional strategies, and common assessment practices.
• Provide instructional and organizational leadership for the school.
• Promote an effective learning climate in the school.
• Support the school in adapting to the changing educational environment and implementing program improvements.
• Maintain a safe and respectful environment, proper student conduct and student discipline.
• Effectively problem-solve and make difficult decisions based upon the best interests of students.
• Communicate and support the developmental needs of adolescent learners.
• Build effective relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
• Performs all tasks as the Principal deems necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities listed above.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and policies. Ability to use technology effectively for administration, management, and communication.

• Ability to work in a normal classroom and school building environment.
• Ability to move freely about the building to perform duties with students and teachers.

• Qualifications:
• A Master’s Degree in the appropriate discipline or in educational administration.
• A valid Massachusetts license as Principal/Assistant Principal (6-8, Pre K-8, or 5-12).
• At least five years’ experience in teaching, supervision, and school administration.
• Demonstrated skills in instruction, management, planning, decision-making, and interpersonal and community relations.
• Experience and training in working with adolescents.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check (C.O.R.I.)
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Reports To:
• Melrose Middle School Principal
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• At least 5 years of relevant experience preferred
• Master degree preferred
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application Questions

• 1. Culturally responsive teaching and social equity are important goals of the Melrose Public Schools. What does it mean for you to have a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Explain how you have demonstrated that commitment.