Middle School Assistant Principal

Position Summary:

South Haven Public Schools is seeking a dynamic, student-centered Middle School

Assistant Principal who is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and high- achieving learning environment. The ideal candidate is a strong instructional leader with a background in teaching and a deep understanding of systems that support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success of all students. South Haven Public Schools is committed to nurturing the potential of every student through innovative practices, strong relationships, and a supportive community. We value leaders who are passionate about making a meaningful impact and who believe in educating the whole child.

Responsibilities:

● Partner with the Principal to lead the ongoing growth, innovation, and day-to-day operations of the middle school.

● Cultivate a culture of learning and innovation by partnering with teachers as

designers of meaningful student experiences, supporting reflective practice, continuous growth, and instructional approaches that prepare students to think critically, adapt, collaborate, and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

● Lead the development of responsive systems of support that ensure every student receives the academic, behavioral (PBIS), and social-emotional (SEL) interventions

needed (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support-MTSS).

● Leverage meaningful data and diverse perspectives to drive responsive decision- making, personalize support for students and staff, and continuously improve systems, instruction, and learning experiences to meet the evolving needs of the school community.

● Build authentic partnerships with staff, students, families, and community members to create a connected learning community where shared voice, collaboration, and

collective responsibility drive student growth, well-being, and future readiness.

● Support student discipline through relationship-centered approaches that prioritize reflection, empathy, accountability, and skill-building, helping students learn from challenges while remaining connected to their school community and learning environment.

● Champion relationship-centered practices that foster belonging, accountability, empathy, and student voice, helping create a school culture where conflict becomes an opportunity for growth (Restorative Practices).

Qualifications:

● Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related field (required)

● Valid Michigan administrative certification (or eligibility)

● Must have a minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience

● Experience with student-centered Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) that ensures every learner receives the academic, behavioral, and emotional support

needed to thrive, including the implementation of PBIS frameworks rooted in

belonging and accountability.

● Experience with Restorative Practices and Social Emotional Learning approaches that build community, strengthen relationships, and create learning environments where

students feel seen, valued, and empowered.

● Proven ability to build authentic relationships with students, staff, and families grounded in empathy, trust, cultural responsiveness, and a deep belief in the potential of every child.

● Ability to use multiple forms of data to identify student needs, inform instruction, guide interventions, and continuously improve outcomes in equitable and meaningful ways.

● Demonstrate exceptional communication, collaboration, and organizational skills while fostering collective efficacy, shared leadership, and innovative problem-solving across the school community.

Preferred Qualities:

● Serve as a visible, approachable, and relationship-driven leader who creates a culture of connection, trust, and shared purpose with students, staff, and families.

● Advance equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices by ensuring all students

feel a sense of belonging, voice, and opportunity within the school community.

● Inspire and empower staff to embrace continuous improvement, innovation, and reflective practice in service of student growth and success.

● Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset by anticipating challenges, responding with creativity and empathy, and leading through solutions-

focused collaboration.

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and in accordance with district administrative salary schedule

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid leave per district policy

Work Environment:

● School-based setting with frequent interaction with students, staff, and families

● Occasional evening and weekend commitments for school events and meetings

Physical Demands:

● Ability to move throughout the school building and campus

● Ability to respond quickly to student or safety situations as needed

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated annually by the Middle School Principal in accordance with district policies and administrative evaluation frameworks.

*Submit Application to:

LaTonya Gill-Williams, Baseline Middle School Principal – lgill@shps.org Ana Aleman-Putman, Superintendent – aaleman-putman@shps.org Kelly Schriner, HR Specialist - kschriner@shps.org

South Haven Public Schools

554 Green Street

South Haven, MI 49090

*A job application can be found at https://www.applitrack.com/shps/onlineapp/

Condition of Employment:Fingerprinting is REQUIRED for all new school employees. South Haven Public Schools shall not discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to compensation, terms or conditions of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes").

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person