Elementary Assistant Principal - Data-Driven Leader & Coach

Mainerafting; Skowhegan (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Margaret Chase Smith Community School in Skowhegan, Maine is seeking an Assistant Principal to support the principal and collaborate with a three-administrator team to ensure a high-quality educational experience for Birth–Grade 5 students.

You will focus on student and staff support, curriculum implementation, RTI systems, behavior management, professional development, and data-driven decision making, working with teachers, families, and community partners to foster a positive, inclusive, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field.
• Valid state certification as a school administrator.
• Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience, with a background in early childhood and/or elementary education preferred.
• Experience in curriculum development, instructional coaching, and/or RTI implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, families, and community members.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to educational equity and a deep understanding of culturally responsive practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the principal and dean of students on a three-administrator leadership team to develop and implement the school's vision, goals, and strategic plan.
• Coordinate with the grant leaders to implement actions set by our Title I, 21st Century and First 10 Community School Grants.
• Oversee the coordination of district curriculum, instruction, and assessment in alignment with state standards for early childhood through 5th grade.
• Coordinate with the district RTI Team to manage the RTI process, including progress monitoring, tiered interventions, and data analysis to support student academic and behavioral needs.
• Conduct observations/evaluations of building staff; design and facilitate high-quality, job-embedded professional development for staff based on the observational data.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and community partners to support student success.
• Oversee student behavior management systems, including implementing school-wide positive behavior supports.
• Analyze student achievement, attendance, and discipline data to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Facilitate the use of data by the staff at the classroom level to inform instructional day to day decisions.
• Assist with administrative duties such as scheduling, school operations, and staff/student supervision as needed.
• Perform all duties as assigned by the principal/CO administrators.

Education

Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field

Valid state certification as a school administrator

Job description

Margaret Chase Smith Community School in Skowhegan, Maine is seeking an Assistant Principal to support the principal and collaborate with a three-administrator team to ensure a high-quality educational experience for Birth–Grade 5 students.

You will focus on student and staff support, curriculum implementation, RTI systems, behavior management, professional development, and data-driven decision making, working with teachers, families, and community partners to foster a positive, inclusive, and