High School Principal

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, the High School Principal serves as the instructional and operational leader of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School, responsible for student achievement, staff effectiveness, school culture, safety/welfare and compliance with state and federal requirements. The role includes supervision of faculty, implementation of curriculum, and management of all school operations.

Essential Functions:  The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Instructional Leadership

• Cultivate a shared vision that makes powerful, engaging teaching and learning the central focus of the school. 
• Ensure that all teachers design effective and rigorous standards-based units of instruction consisting of well-structured lessons with measurable outcomes
• Ensure that instructional practices in all settings reflect high expectations regarding content and quality of effort and work, engage all students, and are personalized to accommodate diverse learning styles, needs, interests and levels of readiness
• Ensure that all teachers use a variety of formal and informal methods and assessments to measure student learning, growth, and understanding and make necessary adjustments to their practice when students are not learning
• Provide effective and timely supervision and evaluation in alignment with state regulations and contract provisions.
• Analyze multiple sources of evidence related to student learning, including state, district, and school assessment results and growth data, to inform school and district goals and improve organizational performance, educator effectiveness, and student learning
• Participate in system-wide curriculum development and work with faculty to improve and revise curricula on a continuing basis
• Maintain professional understanding of the current research that affects the improvement of teaching and learning

Management and Operations

• Maintain a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment, using resources to implement appropriate curriculum, staffing, and scheduling
• Implement a cohesive approach to recruitment, hiring, induction, development, and career growth that promotes high-quality and effective practice
• Maximize systems to ensure optimal use of time for teaching, learning and collaboration
• Enforce compliance with state and federal laws and mandates, school committee policies, collective bargaining agreements, and ethical guidelines
• Develop and advocate for a budget that supports the district’s vision, mission, and goals
• Allocate and manage expenditures consistent with district/school-level goals and available resources
• Oversee daily school operations (arrival/dismissal, safety, supervision)
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and emergency procedures

Family and Community Engagement

• Promote the learning and growth of all students and the success of all staff through effective partnerships with families, community organizations, and other stakeholders that support the mission of the school and district
• Ensure that all families are welcome members of the classroom and school community and can contribute to the classroom, school and community effectiveness
• Collaborate with families to support student learning and development both at home and at school
• Engage in regular, two-way, culturally proficient communication with families about student learning and performance
• Address family concerns in an equitable, effective and efficient manner
• Produce public-facing communications, including newsletters, press releases, and digital updates, to keep the wider community informed and engaged

Professional Culture

• Promote and maintain high standards for staff, students and community members in relation to the Mission Statement and Core Values of the school and district
• Foster a culture of respect, inclusivity, and high morale among staff and students

Scheduling & Student Programming

• Develop the master schedule to maximize instructional time and equity
• Oversee student placement, graduation requirements, and credit tracking
• Coordinate all standardized and local testing schedules, including, but not limited to MCAS, ASVAB, Access, MCAS-Alt, PSAT, AP, etc.

Compliance, Legal, and Accreditation

• Ensure compliance with DESE regulations and reporting requirements
• Oversee special education processes aligned with Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
• Ensure adherence to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
• Lead school improvement planning and accountability processes
• Coordinate accreditation efforts (e.g., New England Association of Schools and Colleges)

Education and Qualifications

A Master's of Education Degree or higher from an accredited college or university is required. Prior experience as a High School Principal is preferred. At least five years of successful administrative experience with evidence of strong leadership ability. Applicants with a strong literacy background are encouraged to apply; fluency with data-driven instruction is desirable.  The selected candidate must be licensed as a Principal/Assistant Principal (9-12) from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. 

Timeline 

• Accepting applications until April 24, 2026

• First round of interviews, week of April 27- May 7, 2026

The mission of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District is to provide excellence in education for all students in an environment that values the individual.  Our District is focusing its efforts to build an organization based on equity, inclusion and belonging for all students, their families, staff, and community members, by promoting the ideals of embracing differences and elevating them as opportunities. Our District recognizes that the existing systems disproportionately impact the most marginalized students and communities in our society. We believe that these marginalized voices must be centered and amplified in our work so that all feel that they are welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.  

We are aiming to eliminate practices, policies and processes that impede our ability to be a diverse and inclusive employer of choice.  We are committed to identifying areas of underrepresentation and working to develop strategies that will remedy underrepresentation and/or demonstrate “good faith” efforts toward a remedy.  For this reason, we strongly encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.

Salary : $140,000 - $160,000