Assistant Principal

Young World Physical Education; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield High School in Smithfield, Rhode Island is seeking an Assistant Principal to lead curriculum, instruction, and assessment initiatives for grades 9–12 and to support personalized learning environments that promote student growth.

The role requires Rhode Island principal certification or eligibility, a strong background in secondary teaching, and experience in administrative leadership; evenings and weekends are required for events.

Qualifications

• Rhode Island Principal certification required or eligible.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of teaching experience at the secondary level.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends for events.
• Experience supervising state testing and CTE preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support curriculum, instruction, and assessment initiatives.
• Progress monitoring and supervision of high school students.
• Collaborate with administrators, faculty, staff to improve the school community.
• Observe and evaluate faculty and staff.
• Lead professional development for teaching and learning strategies.
• Manage student discipline and supervise extracurricular activities and events.

Skills

Data-driven decisions

Strong communication

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Evenings/weekends availability

Curriculum & instruction improvement

Education

Rhode Island Secondary Principal certification/eligibility

Master’s degree preferred

7+ years secondary teaching experience

Secondary administrative experience preferred

CTE experience preferred

Experience supervising state testing preferred

Job description

Assistant Principal

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Job Details

Job ID: 5773224

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DESCRIPTION The High School Assistant Principal ensures students in grades 9-12 are educated in personalized learning environments that support each student's academic, career, and personal growth.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold or be eligible for Rhode Island Secondary Principal certification
• Master’s Degree preferred
• At least seven (7) years teaching experience at the secondary level
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to manage multiple and diverse responsibilities in a thriving, comprehensive high school; ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders; a student centered leader; skilled at using data to improve learning outcomes for students
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends to supervise events as part of the administrative team
• Ability to work independently and act decisively while following the District’s policies and procedures.
• Experience supervising state testing is preferred
• Experience with Career and Technical Education is preferred
• Teaching experience at the high school level is preferred
• Secondary administrative experience preferred

REPORTS TO

Principal

REPRESENTATION STATUS

• Individual Employment Contract with the District
• 12 month position

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and support District curriculum, instruction, and assessment initiatives
• Progress monitoring and supervision of high school students
• Ensure students are educated in personalized learning environments that support each student's academic, career, and personal growth
• Collaborate with administrators, faculty, staff in improving the school community
• Observe and evaluate faculty and staff
• Assist in the development, expansion, and supervision of pathways of study that lead to post‑secondary credit and industry certification where applicable
• Ensure the effective implementation of data systems and teams that analyze data for continuous improvement
• Lead and support professional development that enhances and supports effective teaching and learning strategies
• Manage student discipline
• Supervision of extracurricular activities and programs as well as athletic events. It is understood that the hours of a high school administrator can be varied and will include evening and/or weekend events.
• Provide mentorship and assistance with new teachers/staff in adjusting to the school and community
• Serve as school liaison on school and district curriculum, instructional and school management teams
• Active participation in the development and monitoring of the School Improvement Plan
• Help to coordinate faculty meetings and orientations
• Facilitate development of school schedule, program of studies, student orientation, and student handbook
• Assist with personnel management
• Share in the coordination of student support services, including MTSS, to effectively and efficiently serve all students
• Maintain a visible presence in the school, on the campus, and at school-sponsored activities
• Be available to attend and supervise after school activities, Back to School and Teaching Nights.
• Prepare exam schedules, including proctoring and duty assignments, in conjunction with other coordinators and the administration
• Facilitate school safety drills
• Other duties as assigned by the SHS Principal or Superintendent of Schools

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Knowledge of and experience with developing standards based units and aligning curriculum and classroom lessons to national, state, and local standards
• Knowledge of and experience with developing the content and pedagogical knowledge of staff and enhancing instructional practices
• Knowledge of and experience with the RI Diploma System and developing or managing local assessments
• Knowledge of and experience with Performance Task Development, formative and summative assessments validation and calibration
• Demonstrated ability to foster collegial relationships, work as a productive member of a team, and facilitate work groups
• Knowledge and experience leading instructional change
• Professional knowledge and skills as outlined in the RI leadership standards
• Experience using data to make decisions
• Knowledge of and experience with pathways of study that lead to post‑secondary credit and industry certification where applicable.
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, families, and the community.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, school committee policies, and Rhode Island Education Law.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision and distance vision. Frequently, driving is required to meet the demands of this job. Occasionally, yet essential to this position, the individual must meet deadlines with stringent time constraints and interact with the public and with other workers. The position may require the employee to work irregular or extended hours, direct responsibility for the safety, well being, or work output of other people, and meet multiple demands from several people.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment may be loud, depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day and location.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Welcome to Smithfield High School

Smithfield High School educates the town’s students from grades nine through twelve. Our graduates possess a common core of knowledge and skills and develop as lifelong learners, analytical thinkers, effective communicators, and productive members of the global community. Through an adaptive and challenging learning environment, the administration, faculty and staff strive to meet the needs of every student. In addition to traditional coursework, SHS offers seven Career and Technical Pathway programs that offer embedded workplace learning, certifications, and credentials that allow our students to excel in life after high school.At the heart of our educational community are Smithfield High School’s core values and beliefs. Our foundation lies in our core academic expectations, ensuring that each student is an effective communicator, a lifelong learner, a practical problem-solver, a responsible citizen, and an informed thinker. SHS works in conjunction with the family and community stakeholders to educate the whole child. Along with our strong academic curriculum and CTE Pathways, we provide various support services including mental specialists, behavioral health specialists, and guidance counselors. SHS also offers extensive extra-curricular sports teams, clubs and organizations. We are very proud of the formation and successful implementation of our Unified Basketball team, which partners SHS students with and without intellectual disabilities.Our primary focus is on creating an environment where students feel safe. We pride ourselves on building relationships with our students which in turn allows students to challenge themselves and meet with personal and academic success.

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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