Interim Assistant Principal – Amherst Regional Middle School

Amherst-Pelham Regional School District

Interim Assistant Principal Amherst Regional Middle School

Anticipated Start Date : Immediately

Reports To : Principal

Location : Amherst Regional Middle School

Position Type : Interim SY (with possibility of extension)

Position Overview

The Amherst-Pelham Regional Public School Districts are seeking a dynamic and student-centered Interim Assistant Principal to join the leadership team at the Amherst-Pelham Regional Middle School (ARMS). This interim role is designed to provide strong instructional and operational support as we continue to stabilize systems strengthen teaching and learning and ensure a positive and inclusive school climate for all students.

The ideal candidate is an instructional leader first deeply knowledgeable about classroom practice and committed to fostering high-quality instruction supporting teachers and building relationships rooted in respect and trust. This leader must demonstrate excellence in documentation organization time management and communication and bring a steady responsive presence to a fast-paced school environment.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership

• Support and strengthen high-quality instruction through regular classroom observations feedback cycles and effective coaching.
• Assist with supervising teaching staff including performing DESE-aligned evaluations and maintaining accurate timely documentation.
• Analyze student achievement attendance and behavioral data to inform instructional decisions and schoolwide supports.
• Collaborate with teachers department heads and the Student Academic Success office to support curriculum implementation and intervention systems.
• Ensure instructional practices align with district priorities including equity-focused culturally responsive and inclusive teaching.

School Climate Culture and Relationships

Operations Communication & Parent Engagement

Organizational Leadership & Management

Preferred Qualifications

Attributes of a Strong Candidate

We are looking for a leader who :

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with experience and aligned with the Amherst-Pelham Administrators Association (APAA) contract where applicable.

Required Experience :

Staff IC

Key Skills

Early Childhood Education,Infant Care,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Special Education,Teaching,Administrative Experience,Child Protective Services,Childhood Development,Experience with Children,Toddler Care

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1