9 principal jobs found

Job Description Role Overview The Head of School/Principal serves as the instructional leader of Baxter Academy, working in close partnership with the Executive Director, Assistant Principal, Special Education Director, Data & Enrollment Manager, and Business Manager to ensure the strength, consistency, and continued evolution of our academic program. This role focuses on translating Baxter's vision into daily practice-supporting faculty, maintaining high expectations for students, adhering to the 4 essential knowledge and practices determined by the DOE/MDOE/Charter Commission, and ensuring that our model, including Flex Friday and our Grade 9 blended learning pathway, are implemented with clarity and rigor. Key Responsibilities Instructional Leadership Lead the day-to-day implementation of Baxter's academic program across in-person and blended environments Ensure strong, consistent instruction that maintains high expectations for all students, particularly in...

Job Description TITLE: Elementary School Principal - Talbot Community School, 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Talbot Community School is currently hiring a Principal who is deeply committed to great student outcomes. For this role, the school specifically seeks: A collaborative instructional leader, who can forge a shared, equity-oriented vision for the school that ensures all students have access to the instruction, resources and support to achieve at high levels; A strong partnership-builder with students, staff, families and the community, who sees Talbot as a place where students, families and educators feel safe and feel a sense of belonging. A school leader with keen interest and/or experience in the Community School model The Principal is responsible for administering and supervising the overall school program and providing educational leadership for the students and staff members consistent with the educational goals of the community and our 5-Year Strategic...

Job Description TITLE: Assistant Principal - Deering High School POSITION OVERVIEW: Deering High School seeks an Assistant Principal to help lead a positive, inclusive, and academic-focused school community. Under the guidance of the Principal and aligned with the District strategic priorities, the Assistant Principal supports a culture of equity, academic excellence, and student well-being. Among your partners in this work will be the Principal, Culture Coaches, and a team of teachers serving in departmental leadership roles. Deering has a successful history of distributed leadership, meaning that you both will actively contribute to setting a vision and strategy for the school beyond your immediate areas of responsibility and that you will be asked to partner with all members of our school community as you lead. Founded over 150 years ago, Deering High School has both a proud history and a vibrant modern identity. Today, it is recognized as one of the most diverse...

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, Maine 04087 HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL - Massabesic High School Anticipated start date: July 1, 2026. Posted until a suitable candidate is found. POSITION SUMMARY: RSU 57 seeks a dynamic and highly motivated educational leader to serve as the Principal of Massabesic High School. This critical role requires a visionary prepared to enact comprehensive, transformational change in alignment with the mission of preparing students for success in an ever-changing world and the District's Strategic Plan. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving intensive instructional improvement efforts and leading a significant culture shift among students and faculty to substantially increase opportunities and improve outcomes for all students. REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership and Vision: Develop, communicate, and implement a clear, compelling...

Job Description **Beginning with the 2026-27 School Year** ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL MSAD #51 is seeking highly qualified candidates to join one of Maine's premier school districts as an Elementary School Assistant Principal. The Assistant Principal works collaboratively with the principal, faculty, and staff in fulfilling the district's mission to "guide all students as they acquire enthusiasm for learning, assume responsibility for their education, achieve academic excellence, and discover and attain their personal best." Qualifications: A valid Maine Department of Education administrator certificate, with the proper endorsement, is required. At least 3 years experience in school leadership is preferred. Application Deadline is: Friday, May 8, 2026 When applying for this position, you will be required to upload the following documents in Word or pdf format: Resume Cover Letter Philosophy of Leadership Transcripts MSAD #51 includes the...

Job Description TITLE: Culture and Climate Coordinator - Rowe Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated, collaborative Culture and Climate Coordinator to join the team at Rowe Elementary School next year. The School Culture and Climate Coordinator works in partnership with their school leaders and the Director of Elementary Culture and Climate to promote positive school environments for all students, staff, and families. This position requires 10 days of work in the summer. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Facilitate protocols and practices that emphasize prevention and intervention in the creation of safe, inclusive learning environments Support the school-wide implementation and use of restorative practices, including the use of community-building circles and restoratives responses to disciplinary situations Lead school-based Tier 1 PBIS/culture teams, Advanced Tiers/SST teams, and participate as part of the District PBIS Team...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Coordinator (Part Time, 0.5 FTE) - Longfellow Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the supervision and guidance of the building Principal, the Special Education (SE) Coordinator supports the school's special education team in ensuring that all students requiring special education and related services receive appropriate instruction, programming, and support. This role directly supports Portland Public Schools' five-year strategic plan, which prioritizes building the capacity of schools to provide more effective instruction to students with disabilities across the continuum of services. The Coordinator's role also directly supports the district's on-going focus on improving students' academic and social emotional outcomes and promoting equity. The Coordinator is responsible for organizing and monitoring all SE programs and services in the school and will provide direct support to teachers and ed techs at the classroom level,...

Job Description TITLE: Culture and Climate Coordinator - East End Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public School seeks a dedicated, collaborative Culture and Climate Coordinator to join the team at East End Community School next year. The School Culture and Climate Coordinator works in partnership with their school leaders and the Director of Elementary Culture and Climate to promote positive school environments for all students, staff, and families. This position requires 10 days of work in the summer. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Facilitate protocols and practices that emphasize prevention and intervention in the creation of safe, inclusive learning environments Support the school-wide implementation and use of restorative practices, including the use of community-building circles and restoratives responses to disciplinary situations Lead school-based Tier 1 PBIS/culture teams, Advanced Tiers/SST teams, and participate as part of the District PBIS...

Job Description TITLE: Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools - Central Office POSITION OVERVIEW: As a member of the District's Leadership Team, the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools is responsible for the academic success of students in three middle schools, three high schools, a career and technology regional school, and Portland Adult Education. The Assistant Superintendent supervises secondary building leaders, manages a network team of five directors and collaborates with the Superintendent, Chief Schools and Academics Officer, Principals, and other school system leaders to design and implement the programs and policies of the Portland Public Schools. The position has approximately 13 direct reports, including the principals of all district middle and high schools and a network team consisting of directors of instruction, special education, ESOL, school innovation, and school climate. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for ensuring high...