Assistant Principal - Secondary

Assistant Principal - Secondary

South Kingstown Public Schools, South Kingstown High School – Wakefield, Rhode Island

Job : 5747752
Final date to receive applications: Jun 12, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: May 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories: Administration >
Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Position Title:

Assistant Principal

Reports to:

High School Principal
Level/Grade: 9-12

Work Schedule:

260 days

• Master’s Degree
• At least five years of teaching experience
• Middle/Secondary administrative experience preferred
• Hold or be eligible for Rhode Island Building Level Administrator Certification

• Lead and support changes to curriculum, instruction, and assessment that align to common core standards, NGSA, or other appropriate standards, and incorporate 21st century learning skills and our vision of a graduate
• Lead, support, and coordinate the Senior Project
• Maintain a visible presence in the school, on the campus, and at school-sponsored activities in a supervisory capacity – both during the school day and after school hours
• Coordinate student support services, including 504, PLP, PMP, and MTSS, to effectively and efficiently serve all students
• Work collaboratively with school counselors, mental health providers, deans, and student families on positive student behavioral outcomes
• Evaluate the performance of teachers & staff and arrange a program of improvement if necessary – in accordance with RIDE standards and District Evaluation Committee guidance
• Establish and maintain a professional culture that emphasizes perseverance, effort, accountability, team spirit and commitment to growth
• Lead and support the facilitation of best teaching practices
• Support teachers in classrooms and provide feedback on instructional practice
• Facilitate the analysis of student achievement data and assist faculty in the adjustment of subsequent instruction
• Work with special education administration to ensure compliance with state and federal law
• Maintain connection with the school community outside of school hours through email, and in‑person as needed for urgent, important, or emergency matters
• Lead, plan, promote, and support in‑service training of the professional staff
• Coordinate and facilitate student orientation programs such as 9th grade transition activities
• Build capacity for non‑traditional student learning opportunities, such as project‑based learning, virtual learning, extended learning opportunities, internships and others
• Support pathways of study that lead to post‑secondary credit and industry certification where applicable
• Ensure students are educated in personalized learning environments that support each student’s academic, career, and personal growth
• Coordinate and administer local and state testing
• Lead and support the integration of technology into a blended learning environment that supports learning in and out of school
• Lead and support professional development that enhances the content and pedagogy of the instructional core
• Assist in hiring of new staff
• Support new teachers and staff in adjusting to our school community
• Plan and coordinate orientation programs for new teachers
• Facilitate development of school schedule, program of studies, and student handbook
• Assign substitutes to specific duties
• Perform all other duties as assigned

• High School Staff

• Leadership
  • Demonstrated success as a student‑centered leader
  • Professional knowledge and skills as outlined in the RI leadership standards
  • Willingness to grow and learn in the educational profession
  • Willingness to seek out professional growth opportunity and opportunities for improved students learning
  • Willing and able to build leadership capacity among others
• Teaching & Learning
  • Knowledge of and experience with developing standards‑based units and aligning curricula and classroom lessons to national and local standards
  • Knowledge of and experience with developing the content and pedagogical knowledge of staff and enhancing instructional practices
  • Knowledge and experience leading future‑based instructional change
  • Ability to apply knowledge of…