id='p1003_'>2026-27 SY Interim HHS Assistant Principal JobID: 1003
Position Type:
Administration/Assistant Principal
Date Posted:
7/31/2026
Location:
Hamden High School
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
08/07/2026
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HAMDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
HAMDEN, CT 06517
INTERIM ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
AT
HAMDEN HIGH SCHOOL
ONE YEAR POSITION
General Statement of Responsibilities:
Hamden Public Schools is currently recruiting for the position of Assistant Principal. This individual will collaborate to plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate the daily school routine in conjunction with the principal.
Employee Qualifications:
Valid State of Connecticut Administrator's Certificate (092)
A minimum of five years teaching experience, preferably at the level of the administrative position
Demonstrated administrative knowledge and skill; at least one year of supervisory and administrative experience preferred
Ability and competence to provide supervision to school staff
Current research and experience-based understanding of learning theory and human motivation, developing such understanding in teachers and parents, and using that understanding to promote the continuous improvement of student learning
Knowledge of teaching that is grounded in research and experience, and use of that knowledge to foster teacher reflection on the impact of their professional beliefs, values, and practices on student learning
Knowledge of school law, specifically current Connecticut legislation
Demonstrated competence in conflict resolution
Alternatives or additions to the above qualifications as determined to be appropriate and acceptable by the Board of Education
Essential Performance Responsibilities:
Promotes the success of all students by facilitating the development, articulation, implementation and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by the district community
Assists the principal in the overall administration of the program of the school including curriculum development and staff evaluation
Administers a comprehensive program of studies in collaboration with teachers to support student achievement and works with staff and colleagues to establish rigorous academic standards for all students and promotes the use of multiple assessment strategies to monitor student progress
Works with staff and colleagues to improve the quality of programs by reviewing the impact of current practices on student learning, and implementing program changes that are designed to improve learning for all students
Actively engages members of the building or department to establish goals that encompass the district's vision of an educated person and in developing procedures to monitor the achievement of those goals
Assists in the development and administration of student activity programs
Participates in pupil personnel services' functions as assigned by the principal
Assumes responsibility for various services within the school, including standardized testing and scheduling
Administers and implements regulations and procedures pertaining to school operations
Assists the principal in the preparation and monitoring of the school budget
Prepares and maintains student records and completes various reports as assigned by the principal
Works with staff to review organization and resources, and develops and implements policies and procedures to improve program effectiveness, staff productivity, and learning for all students
Effective date: August 1, 2026
Employment is only for the 2026-27 school year.
Deadline for replies will be August 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Consideration will not be given if application is received after the deadline.
"It is the policy of Hamden Public Schools that no person shall be excluded from, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program including employment because of age, sex, religion, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law."
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
| Location | Hamden, CT |