High School Principal

REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools

SALARY RANGE: 145K - 160K per year, depending on experience

WORK YEAR: 12 months, Individual Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Master's Degree in Educational Leadership/Administration (advanced

graduate study preferred)

● Possession of a valid Massachusetts Assistant Principal/Principal License at the high

school level

● At least five years of experience as an administrator

● At least seven years of successful experience as a teacher at the high school level

● Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools deems

appropriate and acceptable

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Principal of Stoughton High School serves as the chief educational administrator for the

school, assuming full responsibility for all aspects of the school program. The Principal will

develop, implement, supervise, and evaluate the total learning experience for high school

students and provide educational leadership to the staff, students, and families.

Effective principals demonstrate strong leadership, problem-solving, and emotional

intelligence skills, are accessible to all stakeholders, and stay current in educational trends,

state and federal laws, and data-driven decision-making in order to ensure their students are

successful.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

Instructional Leadership

● Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of a rigorous, engaging

program of studies aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and the SHS

Portrait of a Graduate.

● Establishes yearly measurable goals for the school. Progress towards these goals will

be reviewed periodically and a written report forwarded to the Superintendent of

Schools.

● Uses data analysis (MCAS, AP performance, attendance, graduation rates) to inform

school improvement efforts and ensure academic growth for all students.

● Assists in the planning and implementation of professional development, often in

conjunction with the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Technology and

other school administrators in pursuit of goals identified in the District Strategic Plan.

Identifies, analyzes, and applies research findings and data to promote school

improvement.

● Regularly attends professional development offerings as a means of enhancing the

school’s capacity to deliver evidence based instruction and maintain high academic

and behavioral standards.

● Implements curriculum changes in conjunction with the district directors and the

Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Technology. Monitors instructional and

managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program

outcomes and utilizes findings to take corrective actions.

● Holds regular meetings of all instructional staff to keep them informed and advised of

duties, policies, and possible curriculum changes.

● Attends all administrative meetings and implements program suggestions or changes.

School Culture and Community Relations

● Fosters a positive and inclusive school environment that promotes high expectations,

a sense of belonging, and addresses the social-emotional needs of students.

● Guides and encourages the school's professional staff in its educational work and

professional growth. Communicates and promotes standards and high expectations

for high-level performance to staff and students. Recognizes excellence and

achievement.

● Fosters collegiality and team building among staff members. Demonstrates

professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serves as a role model for all staff.

● Maintains open and consistent communication with parents, community members, and

staff through various mediums (newsletters, meetings, school events, School Council).

● Oversees student services, special education programs (in accordance with state and

federal regulations like IDEA and Section 504), ELL, and student discipline.

● Regularly attends extracurricular events, including but not limited to, athletics, fine arts

showcases, ceremonies, and community/district sponsored offerings.

School Management and Operations

● Recruits, hires, assigns, supervises, and evaluates all professional and support staff.

● Creates, implements, monitors, and reports on Improvement Plans as needed.

● Sets high expectations for learning and behavior through mutual understanding,

parent cooperation, and reasonable consequences for not meeting school and district

behavioral expectations. Ensures that school expectations are consistently observed

and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student

Handbooks and School Committee Policy.

● Develops, implements, and monitors the school's operating and student activities

budgets, ensuring resources are aligned with priorities.

● Oversees the daily use, maintenance, and safety of school facilities, including

developing and implementing emergency and security plans.

● Ensures that accurate records for all students including cumulative records, grades,

attendance, etc. are kept in accordance with State and Federal records regulations.

● Completes all state and local reports and surveys in a timely manner.

● Establishes and manages the master schedule, class lists, and supervision schedules

for staff and students

The High School Principal also assumes other duties and responsibilities as delegated by

the Superintendent of Schools

The performance responsibilities listed above are intended to describe the general nature

and level of work being performed in this role and not as an exhaustive list of all

responsibilities and duties required of those in this position.

SALARY RANGE: 145K - 160K per year, depending on experience

WORK YEAR: 12 months, Individual Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Master's Degree in Educational Leadership/Administration (advanced

graduate study preferred)

● Possession of a valid Massachusetts Assistant Principal/Principal License at the high

school level

● At least five years of experience as an administrator

● At least seven years of successful experience as a teacher at the high school level

● Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools deems

appropriate and acceptable

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Principal of Stoughton High School serves as the chief educational administrator for the

school, assuming full responsibility for all aspects of the school program. The Principal will

develop, implement, supervise, and evaluate the total learning experience for high school

students and provide educational leadership to the staff, students, and families.

Effective principals demonstrate strong leadership, problem-solving, and emotional

intelligence skills, are accessible to all stakeholders, and stay current in educational trends,

state and federal laws, and data-driven decision-making in order to ensure their students are

successful.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

Instructional Leadership

● Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of a rigorous, engaging

program of studies aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and the SHS

Portrait of a Graduate.

● Establishes yearly measurable goals for the school. Progress towards these goals will

be reviewed periodically and a written report forwarded to the Superintendent of

Schools.

● Uses data analysis (MCAS, AP performance, attendance, graduation rates) to inform

school improvement efforts and ensure academic growth for all students.

● Assists in the planning and implementation of professional development, often in

conjunction with the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Technology and

other school administrators in pursuit of goals identified in the District Strategic Plan.

Identifies, analyzes, and applies research findings and data to promote school

improvement.

● Regularly attends professional development offerings as a means of enhancing the

school’s capacity to deliver evidence based instruction and maintain high academic

and behavioral standards.

● Implements curriculum changes in conjunction with the district directors and the

Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Technology. Monitors instructional and

managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program

outcomes and utilizes findings to take corrective actions.

● Holds regular meetings of all instructional staff to keep them informed and advised of

duties, policies, and possible curriculum changes.

● Attends all administrative meetings and implements program suggestions or changes.

School Culture and Community Relations

● Fosters a positive and inclusive school environment that promotes high expectations,

a sense of belonging, and addresses the social-emotional needs of students.

● Guides and encourages the school's professional staff in its educational work and

professional growth. Communicates and promotes standards and high expectations

for high-level performance to staff and students. Recognizes excellence and

achievement.

● Fosters collegiality and team building among staff members. Demonstrates

professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serves as a role model for all staff.

● Maintains open and consistent communication with parents, community members, and

staff through various mediums (newsletters, meetings, school events, School Council).

● Oversees student services, special education programs (in accordance with state and

federal regulations like IDEA and Section 504), ELL, and student discipline.

● Regularly attends extracurricular events, including but not limited to, athletics, fine arts

showcases, ceremonies, and community/district sponsored offerings.

School Management and Operations

● Recruits, hires, assigns, supervises, and evaluates all professional and support staff.

● Creates, implements, monitors, and reports on Improvement Plans as needed.

● Sets high expectations for learning and behavior through mutual understanding,

parent cooperation, and reasonable consequences for not meeting school and district

behavioral expectations. Ensures that school expectations are consistently observed

and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student

Handbooks and School Committee Policy.

● Develops, implements, and monitors the school's operating and student activities

budgets, ensuring resources are aligned with priorities.

● Oversees the daily use, maintenance, and safety of school facilities, including

developing and implementing emergency and security plans.

● Ensures that accurate records for all students including cumulative records, grades,

attendance, etc. are kept in accordance with State and Federal records regulations.

● Completes all state and local reports and surveys in a timely manner.

● Establishes and manages the master schedule, class lists, and supervision schedules

for staff and students

The High School Principal also assumes other duties and responsibilities as delegated by

the Superintendent of Schools

The performance responsibilities listed above are intended to describe the general nature

and level of work being performed in this role and not as an exhaustive list of all

responsibilities and duties required of those in this position.

Position Type:Full-time

Salary:$140,000 to $165,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Administrator > Principal/Dean/Head of School

The Stoughton High School community fosters the development of responsible citizens who value high academic expectations, diversity, and excellence.

• Please review the job description before applying.
  
  Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation.
  
  Please visit the SHS Principal Search page of our website for more information:
  
  https://www.stoughtonschools.org/page/stoughton-high-school-principal-search
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

There are no application questions required for this job posting.

• Joseph Baeta , Superintendent
• 31 Pierce Street
• Stoughton, Massachusetts 02072
• Phone: 781-344-4000
• Fax: 781-344-3789
• Email: