Interim Assistant High School Principal (Oct - Dec 2026)
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Andover Public Schools are seeking an interim high school principal for October through December 2026, onsite in Andover, ENG, to provide strong leadership under the building principal, guide curriculum development, supervise staff, oversee scheduling and discipline, and coordinate budget and facilities tasks. The ideal candidate will hold Massachusetts certification as a high school principal, possess a Master’s degree with additional study preferred, and bring substantial teaching and administrative experience with a track record in curriculum leadership and performance evaluation. Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative problem solving, and comfort working with diverse communities are essential. To apply, tailor your resume to demonstrate how you led curriculum initiatives, managed staff and budgets, engaged families, and promoted equity in teaching and learning, while highlighting adaptability for a temporary assignment.
Posting number: S27196
Department: Andover High School
Job classification: Assistant Principal- High School
Posting type: Open & Internal
Categories: Education
Summary
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.Examples of duties
-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.
Qualifications
-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.
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Supplemental information
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.