Assistant Principal - High School (2024-25 SY)

Position Overview

The Weston Public Schools is seeking a proven leader to be the next Assistant Principal of Weston High School. The Assistant Principal is both an instructional and cultural leader in the school, reports to the Building Principal, and works under the school committee policies and the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This is a full-time position beginning July 1, 2024. We are looking for a diverse pool of applicants who are inspired by our mission to educate, equip, and inspire all students to achieve their full potential and enrich their community.

About the Weston Public Schools

The Weston Public Schools enrolls approximately 2,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school district includes a high school for grades 9-12, a middle school for grades 6-8, an upper elementary school for grades 4-5, and two lower elementary schools for pre-kindergarten through grade 3. Since 1967, Weston has participated in METCO (Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity) - a voluntary school integration program that places Boston residents in suburban schools. The Weston METCO program enrolls approximately 160 students (K-12).

Key Responsibilities

• Embrace the diversity of the Weston Public Schools by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion

• Assist the Principal in the general administration of the school, and serve as the school leader in the Principal's absence

• Foster a creative and inclusive learning environment in which all students are supported, connected, and inspired to excel

• Develop a strong, collaborative culture focused on high expectations for student learning and development

• Coordinate efforts to promote a positive school culture and strengthen student engagement

• Provide leadership on issues related to student behavior and attendance

• Support, coach, and evaluate teachers, department heads, and support personnel to foster continuous growth

• Plan and implement professional development for staff

• Support the recruitment, hiring, and retention efforts

• Model strong leadership qualities and exhibit actions that reflect the values of the Weston Public Schools

• Perform other duties as assigned by the HIgh School Principal

Desired Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of the state curriculum frameworks and the development of a standards-based classroom environment

• Strong familiarity with social emotional learning, and culturally responsive teaching

• Excellent communication skills - clear writer, facilitator, and excellent public speaker

• Unshakeable ethics and integrity

• Humility, resilience, and an eagerness to learn and improve

• Five or more years of exceptional student growth/achievement results as an educator

• Experience in a school leadership role, preferably in a diverse public school setting

• Hold a valid Massachusetts administrator license as a Principal (5-12) by the time of appointment

Compensation and Benefits

The Assistant High School Principal's salary range for the 2024-25 school year is $130,000 - $147,000. Additionally, Weston offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, subsidized health insurance, and participation in the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System. Professional development is ongoing in Weston and is supported through multiple opportunities, both internally and externally.

Hiring Timeline

The review of applications will begin immediately. Please note that we will carefully review every application, but only candidates invited to advance in the hiring process will be contacted.