Assistant Principal-Fort River Elementary School (Interim)

The Amherst Public School District is seeking highly qualified applicants for a full-time, school year, Interim Assistant Principal for the Fort River Elementary School.. Candidates who are well-versed in the teaching and learning process, are willing to support the work of the principal, and are able to articulate their ability to advance the mission of improving student outcomes within the school are encouraged to apply. This position is covered under the APAA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Bilingual/bi-cultural candidates are welcome to apply

Responsibilities:

Chair IEP and 504 meetings and oversee Special Education service delivery

To supervise and evaluate teachers.

To assist the principal in management of the school and school programs.

To lead and coordinate building-wide efforts to improve student academic outcomes.

To provide effective leadership and support to elementary school students and staff

Oversight of state mandated testing, MCAS, ACCESS.

Promote and ensure safety for the entire learning community.

Requirements:

MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education License as a Principal/Assistant Principal (K-6).

Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge of Special Education regulations.

Ability to work with students, staff, and parents in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.

Demonstrated commitment to district multi-cultural goals and practices.

Work collaboratively and take independent initiative to solve problems and address issues.

Form a mutually supportive administrative team with the Principal for the benefit of the entire school community

Join Our Team at Amherst Regional Public Schools!

At Amherst Regional Public Schools, we are committed to building a strong, dynamic, and inclusive team. As part of this commitment, we have partnered with MindWire™ and adopted The Predictive Index® (PI) Behavioral & Cognitive Assessments to help us understand candidates' natural strengths, work styles, and potential.

Why Work With Us?

We use science-backed insights to support:

Better hiring decisions

Stronger team collaboration

Enhanced training and professional growth

Improved workplace communication

Leadership development based on employees’ strengths and motivations

What to Expect in the Hiring Process

As part of our selection process, you’ll be asked to complete:

Predictive Index® Behavioral Assessment – A short (7-10 minute) survey that reveals your natural strengths and work style.

Predictive Index® Cognitive Assessment (if applicable) – A 12-minute timed assessment measuring your ability to learn and adapt. This is not an IQ test, and there are no “good” or “bad” scores.

Our Commitment to You

These assessments are just one part of our hiring and development process—they are never the sole deciding factor. If hired, you will have access to your results if requested, the opportunity to ask questions, and support in understanding how they relate to your career growth. If you are not hired, your assessment results remain confidential and are typically not shared beyond the hiring process. Employers use The Predictive Index® assessments only to evaluate candidates for a specific role and do not retain or share results for future use without consent.

At Amherst Regional Public Schools, we believe in hiring the best people and helping them succeed. We’ve found these insights to be remarkably accurate, positive, and valuable in identifying natural strengths. We’re excited to provide you with this unique perspective to support your success and career development. If you're passionate about education and professional growth, we encourage you to apply!

Apply today and become part of a team that values you!