Interim Middle School Principal-Kennedy Middle School, Waltham Public Schools
Listed on 2026-08-10
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Education / Teaching
Middle School, Education Administration
Interim Middle School Principal
- Kennedy Middle School, Waltham Public Schools
Waltham Public Schools John
F. Kennedy Middle School - Waltham, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
- Kennedy Middle School, Waltham Public Schools
Waltham Public Schools John
F. Kennedy Middle School - Waltham, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
This job is also posted in Waltham Public School District
Job DetailsJob : 5873248
Final date to receive applications: Aug 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Job DescriptionInterim MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL (2026) Kennedy Middle School, Waltham Public Schools
The purpose of this position is to have an individual serve as the educational leader and chief administrator of the Middle School, responsible for leading the learning in the school, implementing policies, regulations and procedures effectively to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe learning environment and provided instruction which meets and exceeds the State Curriculum Frameworks. Achieving academic excellence requires that the Middle School Principal work collaboratively to lead and nurture all members of the school staff and to communicate effectively with parents/guardians/caregivers, members of the community, and colleagues in other districts and schools.
Inherent in each position are responsibilities for planning, curriculum development, program evaluation, extra curricular activities, personnel management, financial management, emergency procedures, resource scheduling, and facilities operations.
This position is for the school year. The successful interim candidate will have the ability to apply for the permanent position.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
- Certification as a Principal/Assistant Principal by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (DESE Cert. # 1021 or 1023)
- Demonstrated competencies in middle school (Gr. 6-8) administration.
- At least nine (9) years experience in the field of public education, including experience in administration and teaching.
Knowledge Required
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and program evaluation, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning.
- Knowledge of the State Curriculum Frameworks as related to the subject areas in grades 6-8.
- Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods and techniques needed to exemplify high quality instruction.
- Knowledge of Chapter 766 special education and Section 504 rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of current practices in curriculum, instruction and
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