Assistant Middle School Principal

School Administrative Unit 61 Farmington; Farmington (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The School Administrative Unit 61 Farmington is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Principal at Henry Wilson Memorial School. This full-time, 260-day position plays a vital role in fostering the educational development of students through effective leadership and management skills.

Applicants should hold a State of NH Certification with Principal endorsement and possess at least 5 years of teaching experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication and organizational abilities while fostering a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• New Hampshire certification in Elementary Education with Principal endorsement is required.
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience is necessary.
• Experience in school management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes the educational development of each student.
• Plans and organizes implementation of school activities.
• Supervises evaluations of teachers and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

State of NH Certification Endorsement for Principal

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

State of NH Certification in Elementary Education

Tools

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

• Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal
• Date Posted: 6/12/2026
• Location: Henry Wilson Memorial School
• Date Available: 07/01/2026

Farmington School District
Farmington, NH

POSITION DESCRIPTION

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Principal reports directly to the building Principal. The Assistant Principal promotes the educational development of each student through the application of leadership, supervisory, and management skills.

New Hampshire certification in Elementary Education with Principal endorsement and a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience are required. Previous school management experience is preferred.

Job Goal: To use leadership, supervisory and administrative skills to promote the educational development of each student.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• State of NH Certification Endorsement for Principal
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience
• Self-starting with strong ability to work independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers and employees.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High degree of discretion and confidentiality for personnel and other sensitive information.
• Experience with MS Office, Gmail and Google Suite
• Knowledge of policies governing FERPA, Student Violence Prevention and Student Discipline

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• State of NH Certification in Elementary Education

REPORTS TO

Building Principal with evaluation in accordance with District and Board Policy

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Supervisory responsibilities including evaluations of Teachers and Staff

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in establishing and maintains an effective learning climate in the school.
• Plans, organizes and directs implementation of school activities.
• Maintains open communication with the Principal regarding school activities, issues, events, and activities of an unusual or routine nature as related to the Principal's accountability.
• Makes recommendations concerning the school's administration and instruction.
• Assists in the preparation and administration of the school budget and finances.
• Supervises the maintenance of all required building records and reports.
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of reports, records, lists and other paperwork required to appropriately administer the school.
• Collaborates with central administrative staff on larger issues related to transportation and special services.
• Shares the responsibility of implementation/observance of all Board policies and regulations by the school's staff and students.
• Budgets school time to provide for the efficient conduct of school instruction and business.
• Assists in scheduling classes within established guidelines to meet student needs and state and federal requirements.
• Maintains active relationships with students and parents.
• Assists in the development, revision, and evaluation of the curriculum and instructional programs.
• Supervises the guidance program to enhance individual student education and development.
• Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary, according to due process rights of students.
• Establishes guides for proper student conduct and maintaining student discipline.
• Attends special events to recognize student achievement and attends school sponsored activities, functions, and athletic events.
• Supervises the maintenance of accurate records on the progress and attendance of students.
• Assumes responsibility for his or her own professional growth and development.
• Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession.
• Assists in the supervision of all professional, administrative and support personnel attached to the school.
• Participates in the selection and supervision of all school building personnel.
• Assists in the in-service orientation and training of teachers with special responsibility for staff administrative procedures and instructions.
• Recommends, according to established procedures, the removal of a teacher whose work is unsatisfactory.
• Assists in planning and supervision of fire drills, tornado drills and an emergency preparedness program and the safety of the building.
• Asserts leadership in times of civil disobedience in school in accordance with established Board policy.
• Provides for adequate inventories of school property and for the security and accountability of that property.
• Assists with supervision and evaluation of the school's extracurricular program.
• Participates in Assistant Principals' meetings, administrative team meetings and such other meetings as are required or appropriate.
• Responds to written and oral requests for information.
• Serves as a member of committees and attends such meetings as directed by the Principal.
• Assists in nurse roles in the absence of the nurse to include distribution of required prescribed medication.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
• The employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb steps, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Employee must occasionally move equipment and/or supplies.

OTHER DUTIES

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• 260 Days position, full-time, year round.
• Clear criminal background check
• Verification of health to perform job.
• Salary set by School Board.
• Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

EEO STATEMENT

The Farmington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.