The Duxbury Public Schools is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Elementary Assistant Principal (Interim) - Chandler Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year.  The Chandler Elementary Assistant Principal supports the Principal in leading the school community by fostering a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring the academic, social, and emotional success of all students.

 

The duties of the position include:

• Serves as the accountable administrator during the principal’s absence;
• Assists the principal in the educational, curricular and instructional leadership of the school;
• Fosters the development of a positive, respectful school climate;
• Assists the principal in the supervision and evaluation of teachers and support staff;
• Assists the principal in the recruitment and hiring of professional and support staff;
• Organizes and oversees the transition of students and families;
• Oversees the implementation of the program of student discipline procedures as specified in the Code of Conduct and Parent handbooks;
• Oversees the supervision of  students in the cafeteria and on the playground;
• Oversees daily attendance procedures and record keeping, and takes action on absences as needed;
• Coordinates or assists in the administration of Kindergarten Screening;
• Serves as a member of standing committees which provide academic or emotional support to students;
• Oversees the Student Support Team Process;
• Oversees the development and updating of District Curriculum Accommodation Plans and 504 Accommodation Plans;
• Coordinates community connections for the student population in order to enhance the learning experience of each child;
• Schedules and supervises school-related activities and events;
• Supervises and oversees the program of non-athletic, co-curricular activities within the school, including building use by student organizations and assembly programs;
• Assists the principal in planning regular meetings of the faculty and staff, and other work groups within the school, and presides over such meetings when assigned by the principal;
• Supervises the daily operations of the building including custodial services, maintenance of the building, safety programs and fire drills; assists in developing the school master schedule which includes teacher and student schedules, special area instruction, plus lists and room assignments;
• Supervises the transportation operations in cooperation with the Business Manager;
• Assists the principal in the development of the annual budget;
• Oversees the ordering and maintains the necessary level of supplies to support teachers in the instructional program;
• Communicates and meets with student, parent and community groups for programming purposes;
• Participates in personal professional development;
• Coordinates and supervises building-based professional development activities;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or Superintendent.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, or a related field
• Previous teaching experience
• Certification: Current Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Licensure: Principal/Assistant Principal (1-6), (PreK-8) 

This position is eligible to participate in the Town of Duxbury Benefit plans that include health insurance (25% employee contribution), dental insurance, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, vision insurance, pet insurance, accident insurance, cancer insurance, critical illness insurance, prescription drug program, 529 College Savings plan, and an employee assistance program.

 

Our school is a Preschool - 2 early childhood school with 660 students and 140 dedicated staff members.  We look forward to working with parents to meet the academic, emotional, social, and physical needs of their children.  We believe strong self-esteem is key to a happy child and the beginning of a successful school experience. We have high expectations for all children to develop as individuals, respect others, and build a solid knowledge base of skills and learning strategies. We welcome applicants with a diverse background and experiences that can contribute to creating a positive learning environment for all students. 

 

Duxbury Public Schools believes that each student's unique identity must be affirmed to support a welcoming school community that engages and empowers all learners. We are committed to the long-term work of dismantling systems of inequity in our community to provide obstacle-free access to education and to maintain a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.