Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal — Enfield High School

Enfield Public Schools Enfield, Connecticut
Full-Time, 12-Month Position

Enfield Board of Education Mission Statement 

We believe public education is an essential component of a free and democratic society. In a partnership of family, school, community, and local and state government, our mission is to enable all students to meet high standards, make productive choices in their personal lives, contribute to a diverse global society and act as responsible citizens.

To accomplish this, we must seek the necessary resources to:

• Provide a safe, nurturing and academically challenging learning environment.
• Provide students and staff with opportunities to reach their full potential.
• Prepare students to become productive, lifelong learners.
• Instill in our students a curiosity and love for learning which embraces the arts and the world around them.
• Prepare students to become self-reliant, honest, respectful and responsible members of a diverse and global society.
• Improve student learning by holding staff accountable for providing the most effective learning environment and using the most effective teaching strategies.

Position Summary

Enfield Public Schools seeks an innovative, student-centered Assistant Principal to join the leadership team at Enfield High School. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative instructional leader committed to equity, academic rigor, positive school culture, and aligned with the mission and values of the Enfield Board of Education.

The Assistant Principal will support the building principal in fostering high expectations for students and staff, advancing instructional excellence, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment, and strengthening partnerships with families and the community.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Connecticut Intermediate Administrator Certification (CTDOE 092).
• Master’s degree or higher in Educational Leadership or related field.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in secondary-level leadership.
• Expertise in data-driven decision-making and evidence-based intervention systems.
• Experience supervising certified and non-certified staff.
• Familiarity with restorative practices, culturally responsive leadership, and family/community engagement strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development, implementation, and monitoring of high-quality instructional practices.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and positive school climate aligned with district expectations.
• Manage student discipline using equitable and restorative approaches.
• Assist in oversight of staffing, evaluations, schedules, and operational systems.
• Collaborate with teachers, students, families, and community partners to support academic and social-emotional success.
• Facilitate/supervise afterschool events/activities.
• Analyze data to improve instruction, school culture, and student outcomes.
• Uphold district policies, BOE mission, and professional standards of leadership.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Instructional Leadership: Ability to coach educators using research-based practices, promote high standards, and support continuous improvement.
• Equity-Centered Leadership: Commitment to inclusivity, culturally responsive practices, and reducing barriers to learning.
• Collaborative Decision-Making: Ability to build trust, facilitate dialogue, and lead through shared leadership models.
• Effective Communication: Clear, proactive communication with students, staff, families, and community stakeholders.
• Data-Informed Management: Skillful use of qualitative and quantitative data to guide decisions and monitor progress.
• Organizational Excellence: Strong planning, follow-through, and ability to manage complex school operations.

Conditions of Employment

Final employment decisions and any offer of hire are contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive onboarding process, which includes, but is not limited to:

• Background checks
• Credential verification
• Reference checks
• Collective Bargaining Agreement

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit:

• A cover letter
• Resume
• Three current letters of professional reference
• Proof of valid CTDOE 092 certification
• Transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)