The Amherst Regional Middle School seeks a full-time, permanent school year educational leader to fill the role of Assistant Principal. Candidates should be well-versed in the teaching and learning process, able to support the work of the principal and have the ability to advance the mission of the school within the departments they supervise. This position is covered under the APAA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Our Assistant Principal will play a key role in the development of our learning environments and the management of our school. As the Middle School Assistant Principal, you will assist the Principal in organizing and fostering a positive, safe environment that is conducive to best meeting the needs of all students, staff and parents/families. This includes responsibilities such as: leading, counseling, and supervising a variety of personnel and programs; creating effective parent, teacher, child communications, supporting, encouraging, mentoring, and evaluating staff; and fostering teamwork between teachers and among staff and parents.
Knowledge of the Massachusetts Learning Standards & curriculum; instructional design & delivery; data collection, analysis, and interpretation to inform critical decisions at the classroom or school level; ability to build relationships; understanding of the needs of diverse learners and systems of support to support learner needs; Demonstrated skills and understanding of culturally responsive schools and learning environments; Has experience in scheduling. Understands the middle level student; social/emotional/mental health issues, and a diverse student population including but not limited to; LGTBQIA+, BIPOC and ELL . The district is also seeking candidates with a strong Special Education background and understanding of 504's.
Serve as principal designee in the absence of the principal.
MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education License as a Principal/Assistant Principal is required. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with students, staff, and parents in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment. Demonstrated commitment to district multi-cultural goals and practices including Restorative Justice. Work collaboratively and take initiative. Participates in maintaining high standards of professional practice in all aspects of the operation of the school.
This is a school year position beginning on August 2nd, 2024.
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At Amherst Regional Public Schools, we are committed to building a strong, dynamic, and inclusive team. As part of this commitment, we have partnered with MindWire™ and adopted The Predictive Index® (PI) Behavioral & Cognitive Assessments to help us understand candidates' natural strengths, work styles, and potential.
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We use science-backed insights to support:
Better hiring decisions
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Leadership development based on employees’ strengths and motivations
What to Expect in the Hiring Process
As part of our selection process, you’ll be asked to complete:
Predictive Index® Behavioral Assessment – A short (7-10 minute) survey that reveals your natural strengths and work style.
Predictive Index® Cognitive Assessment (if applicable) – A 12-minute timed assessment measuring your ability to learn and adapt. This is not an IQ test, and there are no “good” or “bad” scores.
Our Commitment to You
These assessments are just one part of our hiring and development process—they are never the sole deciding factor. If hired, you will have access to your results if requested, the opportunity to ask questions, and support in understanding how they relate to your career growth. If you are not hired, your assessment results remain confidential and are typically not shared beyond the hiring process. Employers use The Predictive Index® assessments only to evaluate candidates for a specific role and do not retain or share results for future use without consent.
At Amherst Regional Public Schools, we believe in hiring the best people and helping them succeed. We’ve found these insights to be remarkably accurate, positive, and valuable in identifying natural strengths. We’re excited to provide you with this unique perspective to support your success and career development. If you're passionate about education and professional growth, we encourage you to apply!
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