Middle School Assistant Principal

Middle School Assistant Principal Ashburnham-Westminster Regional Schools Overlook Middle School - Ashburnham, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5677512

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description The Ashburnham-Westminster Regional School District is currently seeking a dynamic, experienced educational leader for the position of an Assistant Principal for the 2026-2027 School Year. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, possess excellent communication skills, collaborate effectively with all stake holders, and have recent relevant experience in leadership. The Assistant Principal's major duties are as follows: Maintain a school climate that encourages cooperative and collaborative attitude amongst the staff and students Maintain effective communication with parents, staff and community Encourage staff participation in parent-teacher association and community-wide events

Student Relationships:

Maintain a standard of student behavior designed to command respect and minimize school, classroom and bus disruptions Help all students see themselves as unique individuals responsible for their own action Foster of excitement of learning in all students

School Improvement:

Assist school council in the development and evaluation of the School Improvement Plan Work with school council and community to update student handbook and policies Observe, counsel and motivate professional staff towards attainment of educational goals of school and district Review student data to determine areas that require change in instructional practices Facilitate and attend grade level meetings In collaboration with the school counsellors, develop and implement plans to support struggling students in the areas of social emotional or academics

Accountability:

Track, record and manage student attendance data Track, record and manage student discipline and bullying reports Building coordinator for section 504 Coordinating referrals; Facilitate Section 504 evaluations and development of Section 504 plans; Monitor the implementation of Section 504 plans; Schedule annual review of each Section 504 plan;

Assessment and Evaluation:

Develop, maintain and implement professional development plans which promote hands on learning and high student achievement Encourage and initiate continued improvement of curriculum and teaching methods of classroom teachers, Special Educators and specialists Assist teachers and support staff with behavior management techniques in and out of the classroom Evaluate and supervise staff according to Massachusetts Teacher Evaluation System Evaluate and supervise para-educators In collaboration with the

Principal:

Develop and administer general school routine, activities within the building and facilities management Assist with the development of the annual school budget Interview and screen prospective staff members Perform other tasks and responsibilities assigned by the principal and/or superintendent

Position Type:

Full-time