Assistant Principal Jobs in Braintree, MA

An Assistant Principal, also known as a Vice Principal, is an integral part of a school's administration team. They fulfil a variety of roles that may include managing school activities, overseeing daily school operations, coordinating curriculum, supervising teachers and staff, monitoring student progress, and enforcing disciplinary rules. They also assist the Principal in more complex administrative tasks and act as the Principal in their absence. Some Assistant Principals may also have specific responsibilities such as Special Education or Discipline Coordinator.

Prior to becoming an Assistant Principal, individuals may hold positions such as Classroom Teacher, Department Head, or School Counselor. Importantly, they must have a strong educational background, often including a Master's Degree in Education Administration or a related field. An administrative certification is also usually required. Key skills for this role encompass strong leadership, excellent communication, good organizational skills, and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment. An understanding of curriculum development, budgeting, and school law are also vital to the role.

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Senior Associate, Principal Gifts

  • Brookline, MA (10 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Brookline, MA (10 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

Overview The Senior Associate, Principal Gifts provides administrative support to the Vice President of Principal Gifts and Assistant Vice President of Principal Gifts who are responsible for...

High School Assistant Principal of STEM

  • Hyde Park, MA (7 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hyde Park, MA (7 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Primary Responsibilities: As an integral member of the school leadership team, model high expectations, radical responsibility, and equity centered leadership for all members of the APR community Serve...

Assistant Principal

  • Holliston, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Holliston, MA (22 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 6 days ago

The Holliston Public School District seeks a highly motivated, qualified individual to serve as Assistant Principal of the Robert Adams Middle School....

Assistant Principal (BASAS 10B) [Boston Green Academy] (SY25-26)

  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Boston Green Academy, an innovative "in-district" charter school within the Boston Public Schools, is seeking to hire a committed, skilled and inspiring Assistant Head of School. Boston Green...

Assistant Head of School - Upper Grades 10,11,12 [BASAS 10B](SY25-26)

  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago

success of the Upper School, including coordination and/or supervision of student support services, student and staff policies and procedures, assessment (including MCAS, MAP and ACCESS testing), MTSS...

Assistant Principal, Gr. K-8 (BASAS 10B) (Orchard Gardens K-8) (Temporary Vacancy) (SY24-25)

  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago

The Assistant Principal/Headmaster will maintain student discipline and manage the business aspects of the school in order to assist the Principal/Headmaster to create an environment conducive to effective...

Assistant Principal (BASAS 10B) (Temporary Vacancy) [Henderson] (SY24-25)

  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Massachusetts license for School Principal/Assistant Principal (grades specific)....

Assistant Principal / Sped Team Chair

  • Pembroke, MA (14 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pembroke, MA (14 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 8 days ago

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:In accordance with the contractual agreement between the Assistant Principal/SPED Team Chair and the Pembroke School Committee....

Assistant Principal -Middle School

  • Arlington, MA (16 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Arlington, MA (16 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 9 days ago

The Assistant Principal loops with each grade (e.g., the Grade 7 Assistant Principal in 2025-2026 would be the Grade 8 Assistant Principal in 2026-2027)....

Assistant School Leader (Assistant Principals & Assistant Heads of School - All Grade Levels) (SY25-26)

  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (9 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 9 days ago

They must demonstrate strength in instructional leadership, management & operations, family & community engagement, and professional culture....

Middle School Assistant Principal 2025-2026

  • Attleboro, MA (23 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (23 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Candidates must have an established record of instructional leadership contributing to a school culture that promotes rigorous learning for all students, effective communication with all stakeholders...

Assistant Principal Woburn High School

  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Assistant Principal Woburn Memorial High School The incumbent will serve as Assistant Principal at Woburn Memorial High School and will report to the Building Principal....

Elementary Assistant Principal

  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Assistant Principal Goodyear Elementary Job Description Reporting to the Building Principal, the Assistant Principal provides administrative support to the building principal in the areas of Curriculum...

2025-2026 High School Assistant Principal

  • Hyde Park, MA (7 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hyde Park, MA (7 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 18 days ago

As a High School Assistant Principal... The Role in Context The Assistant Principal is "second in command", serving as both an instructional and culture leader in the school....

2025-2026 High School Assistant Principal

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Braintree, MA)
  • 20 days ago

2025-2026 High School Assistant Principal School Leadership Team - Hyde Park, Massachusetts About Boston Prep Boston Prep is a college-preparatory charter public district, made up of a single-site High...

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in Braintree, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Assistant Principal positions.



Highest Education Level

Assistant Principals in Braintree, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
66.0%
Doctorate Degree
22.7%
Bachelor's Degree
7.8%
High School or GED
1.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.1%
Associate's Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Principals in Braintree, MA
2-4 years
38.4%
4-6 years
33.8%
1-2 years
11.7%
Less than 1 year
6.6%
8-10 years
4.7%
6-8 years
4.6%
10+ years
0.1%



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