Supervising Principal Methuen High School

METHUEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR VACANCY NOTICE TITLE: Supervising Principal, Methuen High School (12-month position) POSITION SUMMARY: The supervising principal, in collaboration with faculty, staff, students, and families, fosters excellence, scholarship, opportunity, and achievement for all students. The supervising principal assumes responsibility for the school's total operation and management and maintains a safe, orderly, and optimal school climate. BACKGROUND: Methuen Public Schools enrolls approximately 7,000 students in a total of five schools: the Comprehensive Grammar School (PK-8); the Marsh Grammar School (PK-8); the Tenney Grammar School (PK-8); the Timony Grammar School (PK-8); and Methuen High School (9-12). As an urban community designated as a Gateway City, our schools celebrate diversity while promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all students and families. QUALIFICATIONS: Principal/Assistant Principal (9-12) license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education SEI endorsement Master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution At least 5 years of teaching experience at the high school level Previous experiences as a high school administrator Experience overseeing academic programming and evaluating teachers and staff Understanding of effective instructional strategies and Universal Design for Learning Knowledge of culturally and linguistically sustaining practices Ability to lead a team and develop and execute plans Ability to maintain positive relationships and build consensus Highly effective communication skills Bilingual preferred - Primary languages spoken in the community: English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole. Outstanding preparation and/or experience may be substituted for some of the above qualifications. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Leads the high school administrative team and is responsible for the supervision and maintenance of the building Collaborates with district and school leaders regularly Creates a learning environment for all students that promotes positive student interactions, learning, and high-quality instruction Implements and enforces a school-wide student disciplinary system with consistency Upholds laws, school and district policies and procedures, and makes recommendations for appropriate revisions of policies Annually reviews and presents MHS Program of Studies Maintains accurate records and monitors the progress of individual student behavior Protects confidentiality of records and student information Supports the development of a culture that builds opportunities for student voice and decision-making Attends and supervises after-school, evening, and weekend school-sponsored events and activities Assumes supervisory and evaluative responsibility for faculty and staff Oversees the recruitment, hiring, and orientation of staff Maintains regular communication with parents and families Interfaces with other school support personnel and with social agencies at the community and state levels Supports the strategy for district improvement. Represents and promotes Methuen High School with pride Engages with families and community members and groups (e.g., site council, Boosters, Band Parents Association) Fulfills other duties as assigned by the Superintendent REPORTS TO: Superintendent. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is unaffiliated APPLICATION DEADLINE: 2/21/25 Methuen Public Schools is committed to establishing a diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment focused on teaching and learning. A team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our students better. We welcome all qualified applicants.