Middle School Assistant Principal (Probationary)

Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 2/12/2026 Location: Scarsdale Middle School Date Available: 07/01/2026 Closing Date: 03/06/2026 Scarsdale Middle School is seeking talented, experienced, and innovative candidates with a demonstrated record of accomplishment to apply for the position of Assistant Principal. The school spans grades 6-8, and offers a rich and varied educational program to the high-achieving student population of approximately 1120 students. The school community boasts an accomplished faculty and staff of 130, along with an active, supportive parent body. Scarsdale Middle School focuses on the developmental needs of early adolescents, and fosters a highly challenging, nurturing, and supportive intellectual environment.The successful candidate is expected to honor tradition, inspire innovation, embrace community involvement and be a strong advocate for children. NYS SAS, SDA, or SBL certification required. Scarsdale Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. Position Purpose: To assist the Principal in providing leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of a Middle School in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law. To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development. To serve as Principal in the absence of the Principal. Essential Functions: Demonstrated experience developing and managing comprehensive master schedules and coordinating school-wide events, ensuring alignment of staffing, student needs, instructional priorities, and efficient school operations. Demonstrates experience with the development, implementation, and ongoing management of master schedules, including the coordination of staffing, student needs, instructional priorities, and extracurricular programming, as well as effective use of student information systems, databases, and scheduling platforms to ensure accuracy, equity, and efficient use of resources. Demonstrates knowledge of the Section 504 and Individualized Education Program (IEP) processes, including collaboration with support staff, monitoring compliance requirements, and ensuring appropriate accommodations and services for students. Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives. Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extra-curricular activities. Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning. Prepares class schedules, master schedules, and extracurricular activities. Assists in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research. Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching. Supervises departments as assigned. Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices. Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs. Assists in the recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues. Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs. Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school's standards and school district policies. Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment. Assists in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.

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