Assistant Principal - Grades 8-9

Assistant Principal - Grades 8-9

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.

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Re-Posted:
May 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2026

• Assist in the planning, administration, and evaluation of functions necessary for the operation of the school.
• Plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of others based on individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide their professional growth.
• Possess extensive knowledge of the curriculum and instructional program, including content and methodologies.
• Analyze, interpret, and utilize data to inform instruction and school improvement.
• Lead quality professional development for instructional staff.
• Use research‑based practices that result in higher student achievement.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate appropriate instructional and operational support programs.
• Develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community, and 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.

• Master’s degree required.
• Minimum of five years of teaching and five years of leadership experience in grades 7-12 preferred.
• Valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Assistant Principal/Principal or Director license, or a comparable Administrator’s License.
• Knowledge of current curriculum and instructional practices and trends.
• Knowledge of public school administration and organization and the support activities required.
• Demonstrated ability to use research‑based practices that result in higher student achievement.

Salary commensurate with experience, starting $90,000. Position Type:
Full‑time.

Administration >
Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Abigail Rigney, Principal
• 872 South Street
• Barre, Massachusetts 01005
• Phone:
• Fax:
• Email: arigney

Quabbin Regional School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

The Quabbin Regional School District serves five central Massachusetts communities:
Barre, Hardwick, Hubbardston, New Braintree, and Oakham. The district was formed as a regional district servicing grades 7-12 in 1965. It was later expanded by vote of all five towns to take jurisdiction of all school age children in grades K‑12 effective July 1, 1985.