Interim Middle School Assistant Principal (Grades 5-8)

FOXBOROUGH PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxborough Public Schools is seeking an Interim Middle School Assistant Principal for John J. Ahern Middle School in Foxborough, MA, to provide instructional leadership, supervise staff, and develop professional development.

The role emphasizes equity, inclusive climate, and data-informed decision making to support student success. The position reports to the principal, requires a master’s degree and DESE certification, and involves full-time responsibilities during the school year with a focus

Qualifications

• A minimum of five (5) years classroom teaching experience.
• Master’s degree or higher required.
• Massachusetts DESE certification as Principal/Assistant Principal.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent deems appropriate.
• REPORTS TO: Principal of Ahern Middle School.
• WORK YEAR: Full-time.
• Master degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership and development of strong curricular programs.
• Supervise and evaluate staff; plan and provide professional development.
• Develop and maintain a fiscally responsible budget aligned with district values.
• Promote equity, positive climate, and high expectations for students and staff.
• Lead MTSS and collaboration with Student Services for special education needs.
• Oversee school operations, emergency planning, and master scheduling.
• Engage families and community partners to support student learning.

Skills

Educational leadership

Staff supervision

Curricular program development

Professional development planning

Education

Master’s degree or higher

Massachusetts DESE certification as Principal/Assistant Principal

Master degree preferred

Job description

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Job Description

The Assistant Principal is responsible for providing instructional leadership to the school community through the development and implementation of strong curricular programs, the supervision and evaluation of staff, the planning and provision of high-quality professional development for all staff members, and the development and maintenance of a budget that is fiscally responsible and supports the district’s core values, mission and vision.

Interim Middle School Assistant Principal (Grades 5-8)

Foxborough Public Schools John J. Ahern Middle School - Foxborough, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5979660
Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Nov 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

The Assistant Principal is responsible for providing instructional leadership to the school community through the development and implementation of strong curricular programs, the supervision and evaluation of staff, the planning and provision of high-quality professional development for all staff members, and the development and maintenance of a budget that is fiscally responsible and supports the district’s core values, mission and vision.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
  • A minimum of five (5) years classroom teaching experience
  • Master’s degree or higher required
  • Massachusetts DESE certification as Principal/Assistant Principal
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent deems appropriate and acceptable
  • REPORTS TO:Principal of Ahern Middle School
  • WORK YEAR:Full-time
  • RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Instructional Leadership
    • Creates and maintains a welcoming and inclusive school climate
    • Fosters a creative and innovative learning environment in which all students are inspired to excel
    • Supports a culture where data is used to inform student growth and achievement
    • Demonstrates and effectively communicates district priorities and values, including a commitment to equity and high expectations for students
    • Promotes the learning and growth of all students and the success of all staff by cultivating a shared vision, developing and maintaining a healthy school climate, and fostering a positive learning environment
    • Utilizes research and knowledge of effective practices to inform instructional decisions
    • Works collaboratively with the Director of Student Services to ensure that the special education needs of children are met
    • Possesses a strong vision for quality, accessible instruction; understands and values the role technology plays in teaching and learning
    • Supervises the school’s educational program and works collaboratively with the school council to develop a comprehensive school improvement plan with clear, measurable goals
    • Promotes the social emotional learning of all students
    • Leads staff in implementing positive behavioral supports and intervention strategies using an asset based approach
    • Supervises and evaluates staff using performance standards; works to ensure excellence in instruction and ongoing improvement
    • Promotes and values a culturally responsive learning environment
    • Actively promotes an environment that fosters equity, diversity and inclusion
    • Demonstrates success in the area of implementing/maintaining comprehensive student supports aligned to the needs and interests of all students (MTSS)
    • Management and Operations
      • Seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce
      • Assumes responsibility for the day to day operation of the school building and grounds and for the development and maintenance of comprehensive school emergency plans
      • Leverages schedules, calendars, and use of space to enable student-centered learning
      • Builds a master schedule that capitalizes on learning time to support core instruction, intervention, and enrichment
      • Maintains high standards of student conduct and attendance, and enforces discipline as necessary
      • Oversees the implementation of state assessments within the school as appropriate (MCAS,WIDA)
      • Attends School Committee meetings and other district events as directed by the Superintendent
    • Family and Community Engagement
      • Successfully engages with families through the use of varied modes of communication
      • Promotes ongoing positive communication with parents and community partners, effectively involving them in the education of children
      • Fosters positive and open communication with parents and other members of the school community
      • Supervises, directs, attends, and promotes designated co-curricular, extracurricular, and after-hours activities
      • Establishes strategic partnerships with families and builds teacher and staff capacity to sustain meaningful relationships with families in ways that are culturally responsive
    • Professional Culture
      • Nurtures and sustains a school culture of reflective practice, high expectations, and continuous learning for staff
      • Is a contributing member of the district administrative team
      • Works collaboratively with other building and district administrators to promote equity and consistency across the district
      • Assists with the curricular review process and actively participates in district teams and committees
      • Cultivates teacher leadership opportunities that enable educator voice and meaningful contributions to the work of the school
      • Effectively plans regular meetings in order to support professional learning, maintain a healthy culture and foster consistency among all staff members
      • Delivers actionable feedback about instruction and other professional practices through written observations and ongoing feedback and the evaluation process
      • Demonstrates and models a commitment to continuous learning
      • Performs such other duties or assistance as may be assigned by the Superintendent of Schools or designee
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Employment at Foxborough Public Schools
• 60 South Street
• Igo Administrative Building
• Foxborough , Massachusetts 02035
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Welcome to John J. Ahern Middle School

At the Ahern Middle School, we strive to create an environment that fosters the academic, social, and emotional needs of every student, in every classroom, every day. Serving 750 students in grades 5 through 8, we aim to ensure every student knows they belong, they matter, they are valued, and they can be successful here. Our Ahern Constitution is a student-created set of core values and school-wide academic and behavioral expectations. The five overarching values to which our students hold themselves and one another accountable are: Be Respectful and Kind; Be Responsible and Engaged Learners; Be Inclusive; Be Safe; Be the Best Version of Ourselves. Every curricular program is aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and reflects high standards for academic performance. In addition to English language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, and world language, students regularly attend classes in wellness, music, art and STEM. We are thrilled to be able to offer several Project Lead the Way courses, including Automation and Robotics, Medical Detectives, Green Architecture, Computer Science for Innovators, and App Creators. Students in grade 8 study civics for their social studies course. Each year in this course, students collaborate in small groups on projects meant to make meaningful change in their school, local community, or state. Our talented, experienced teachers and staff work collaboratively to create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment that acknowledges, respects, and celebrates each learner’s background, learning style and diverse needs. Teachers incorporate a variety of instructional strategies to differentiate instruction and meet the wide range of children’s learning needs. Our staff is committed to working with each child to meet her/his individual needs. We recognize that preadolescence/adolescence is perhaps the most rapidly changing time in a person’s life and are sensitive to the social and emotional development of our students. We give our students their best opportunities for success when home and school are working collaboratively together.