Principal - Foster Elementary School

Principal - Elementary School

Job Summary

Hingham Public Schools seeks a highly motivated, qualified individual with experience in elementary curriculum, instruction, and leadership to serve as Principal of the Foster Elementary School effective July 1, 2026.  Candidates must be certified or certifiable in Massachusetts as a Principal/Assistant Principal and familiar with the state’s curriculum frameworks and assessment programs.  The successful candidate must demonstrate energetic leadership, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

To provide the leadership necessary to enhance the educational development of each student.  

Instructional Leadership & Supervision

• Plans, organizes, and directs implementation of all school activities;
• Supervises classroom instructional practices;
• Establishes and maintains a positive learning climate in the school;
• Works with the Assistant Superintendent of Schools to ensure the effective and consistent implementation of the school system curriculum and mandated assessments;
• Establishes programs, classes, and schedules to meet student needs;
• Implements and supervises the school’s Special Education Program, in cooperation with the Executive Director of Student Services; coordinates Special Education services, and oversees the implementation of 504 and curriculum accommodation plans;
• Receives and coordinates all referrals for special education or ELL services;
• Evaluate teachers according to the state’s Educator Evaluation Standards and protocols and the terms of the Agreement Between the Hingham School Committee and the Hingham Educators' Association;
• Promotes effective instructional practices, including instruction for students with disabilities and consultative services for teachers;
• Leads the implementation of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning; collaborates with educators to strengthen tiered instruction and implement data-informed practices. 
• Leads efforts in the school to build equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students.

Management and Operations

• Maintains school records relating to enrollment, attendance, grading, health, etc.;
• Fosters positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS);
• Initiates, designs, and implements programs to meet specific needs of the school;
• Coordinates or supervises building support services such as  maintenance, security, food services, recreational programs, financial and accounting functions, library and counseling activities, etc.;
• Prepares and submits the school's budgetary requests and monitors expenditures of funds.

Family and Community Engagement 

• Establishes and maintains favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs; to interpret and implement School Committee policies and administrative directives; and to discuss and resolve individual student concerns;
• Co-chairs School Council as required by the Education Reform Act of 1993.

Professional Culture 

• Participates in district leadership team meetings and other meetings as required or appropriate;
• Works collaboratively with other elementary principals, district directors, and members of the Central Office administrative staff on district-wide planning;
• Keeps the Superintendent informed of the school's activities and issues that may arise in the building;
• Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

Education and Experience

• Certified as a principal in Massachusetts at the elementary level.
• A Master's degree or higher in educational administration and/or relevant coursework.
• A minimum of five years of teaching and/or administrative experience at the elementary level.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to set performance standards and coordinate and evaluate the activities of all building personnel.
• Demonstrated success in formulating and carrying out policies, programs, and practices in prescribed areas.

Terms of Employment

• Full time, twelve month position
• Salary and fringe benefits are to be established by the Superintendent in accordance with policies established by the School Committee
• Employment subject to successful completion of background checks pursuant to federal and/or state laws

FLSA Status

Exempt

Benefits Information

Please see this link for information on benefits in the Hingham Public Schools

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hingham Public Schools does not discriminate in its educational and/or operational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender (including pregnancy), gender identify and/or expression (including a transgender identity), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Salary : $152,000 - $162,000