Middle School Assistant Principal

Middle School Assistant Principal

Seekonk Public Schools Hurley Middle School - Seekonk, Massachusetts. The position is posted on Google Maps. This job is also posted in Seekonk Public Schools.

Job : 5844437

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

TITLE: Middle School Assistant Principal

LOCATION: Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School (Grades 6-8)

TYPE OF POSITION: 12-month position

START DATE: Immediate

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

POSITION SUMMARY: To use leadership, supervisory, and administrative skills to assist the middle school principal in promoting and advancing the educational development of each student. This includes such responsibilities as leading, directing, counseling, and supervising a variety of personnel and programs; creating effective parent, teacher, student communications, supporting, encouraging, mentoring, and evaluating staff; fostering teamwork between teachers and among staff and parents;

and managing budget items.

To be considered qualified for this position, candidates must minimally have the following:

• Licensed or licensable as a Principal/Assistant Principal 5-8 and SEI Endorsed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience in a public school setting and three (3) years administrative experience preferred. Said administrative experience shall include at a minimum supervision and evaluation of staff and professional development work
• Master's Degree in education preferred
• Middle level teaching and administrator experience preferred
• Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the administration and supervision of all programs in a school
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, parents, students, teachers, support staff and associates
• Ability to be flexible
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population

Assists the Principal in the following areas:

• Supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the school’s educational programs and initiatives.
• Assists in evaluating the appropriateness and effectiveness of instructional programming and monitors implementation to ensure alignment with school and district goals.
• Knowledgeable of the Section 504 process, including facilitating 504 meetings, overseeing the development and implementation of 504 Accommodation Plans, and monitoring compliance with applicable requirements.
• Participates in school-wide and district-wide committees and initiatives focused on advancing the educational program and supporting continuous school improvement.

• Leads the school's student behavior and discipline program, serving as the primary administrator for behavioral concerns and ensuring consistent implementation of school expectations and disciplinary procedures.
• Works collaboratively with students, families, teachers, and support staff to address academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs.
• Supports teachers in implementing effective classroom management and behavior intervention strategies.
• Participates in student support and evaluation meetings, including the special education team process.
• Coordinates student activity programs, field trips, and other school events as necessary.
• Oversees and acts as the lead supervisor of after school student events.

• Supervises, supports, coaches, and evaluates assigned staff to promote professional growth and high-quality instructional and operational practices.
• Plans, coordinates, and facilitates professional learning and staff development aligned with school and district goals.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff to identify, analyze, and resolve school-based challenges through effective problem-solving and shared decision-making.

• Develops and coordinates schedules for ancillary and support staff to ensure…