What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interim Assistant High School Principal (Oct - Dec 2026) position at Town of Andover?
The Andover Public Schools seek a successful administrator with effective leadership, curriculum, and management skills to serve as Assistant Principal. Under the direct supervision of the building principal, the Assistant is responsible for facilitating the effective management of the school in order to promote the educational development of each student.-To assume all duties normally carried out by the principal in his/her absence.
-To assist the principal and, where appropriate, Program Coordinators and Program Heads, in the planning, execution, and evaluation of curriculum research and development.
-To assist the principal in the supervision of professional staff memento in the performance of their academic responsibilities and in the annual evaluation of their professional growth.
-To oversee teacher and pupil scheduling.
-To assist the principal in the general supervision of the student body.
-To handle routine matters of discipline and to communicate with teachers and parents whenever necessary.
-To adhere to the General Laws relating to education of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
-To assist the principal in the preparation of the annual budget request and special projects throughout the year.
-To oversee the distribution of supplies and equipment and to maintain inventories of same.
-To assist the principal in the building supervision and maintenance.
-To perform any other duties as may be assigned by the principal.
-Massachusetts certification as a high school principal.
-Master's Degree. Evidence of study beyond Master's Degree preferred.
-Substantial experience as a school teacher and administrator. Experience in curriculum and supervision preferred.
-Effective interpersonal and leadership skills; experience facilitating communication between divergent groups and in group decision making.
-Demonstrated success in the development, evaluation and implementation of school curriculum and instruction.
-Effective administrative and management skills.
-Demonstrated skill in speaking and writing, including the effective utilization of computers, technology, and information management tools.
-Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.
To view the Collective Bargaining Agreement:
Andover Public Schools (APS) seeks candidates who embody our ethos, which includes valuing the identities of all students, high expectations for all students, teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility.
APS is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff. Racially and ethnically diverse teachers produce a myriad of positive outcomes for all students, especially the most historically marginalized students.
-To assist the principal and, where appropriate, Program Coordinators and Program Heads, in the planning, execution, and evaluation of curriculum research and development.
-To assist the principal in the supervision of professional staff memento in the performance of their academic responsibilities and in the annual evaluation of their professional growth.
-To oversee teacher and pupil scheduling.
-To assist the principal in the general supervision of the student body.
-To handle routine matters of discipline and to communicate with teachers and parents whenever necessary.
-To adhere to the General Laws relating to education of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
-To assist the principal in the preparation of the annual budget request and special projects throughout the year.
-To oversee the distribution of supplies and equipment and to maintain inventories of same.
-To assist the principal in the building supervision and maintenance.
-To perform any other duties as may be assigned by the principal.
-Massachusetts certification as a high school principal.
-Master's Degree. Evidence of study beyond Master's Degree preferred.
-Substantial experience as a school teacher and administrator. Experience in curriculum and supervision preferred.
-Effective interpersonal and leadership skills; experience facilitating communication between divergent groups and in group decision making.
-Demonstrated success in the development, evaluation and implementation of school curriculum and instruction.
-Effective administrative and management skills.
-Demonstrated skill in speaking and writing, including the effective utilization of computers, technology, and information management tools.
-Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.
To view the Collective Bargaining Agreement:
Administrators Contract
Andover Public Schools (APS) seeks candidates who embody our ethos, which includes valuing the identities of all students, high expectations for all students, teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility.
APS is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff. Racially and ethnically diverse teachers produce a myriad of positive outcomes for all students, especially the most historically marginalized students.