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Middle School Assistant Principal

Hanover Public School District
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Are you an energetic leader who can seamlessly pivot from an Act 13 teacher evaluation to a bustling middle school cafeteria, all while keeping student growth at the center?

 

Hanover Public School District is seeking a dynamic, highly organized Middle School Assistant Principal (Act 93) to champion a safe, positive, and vibrant school culture. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the unique energy of grades 5–8, we want you on our team!

 

The Role at a Glance

  • Student Culture & Discipline: Serve as the primary leader for student behavior, balancing firm, equitable accountability with proactive PBIS and restorative practices.
  • Attendance Intervention: Monitor attendance and oversee Student Attendance Improvement Plans (SAIP) in compliance with PA Act 138.
  • Staff Evaluation: Act as a key instructional leader, evaluating approximately 50% of professional staff (Danielson Framework) and the majority of the building's support staff.
  • Athletics & Activities: Direct the middle school sports and extracurricular programs, ensuring student eligibility and providing administrative coverage at events.

 

Eligibility Requirements

  • Valid Pennsylvania Principal K-12 Certification.
  • 3–5 years of successful public school teaching experience (middle school experience preferred).
  • All required clean PA Clearances (Acts 34, 151, 114, 168).
  • Deep familiarity with PA Act 13 (Educator Effectiveness) and PA Safe Schools reporting.
  • An approachable, visible leadership style and a sense of humor.

 

About Us

Hanover Public School District is committed to excellence in education by nurturing, challenging, and inspiring all students to achieve their full potential and to become productive citizens in a global community. 

Our Core Beliefs: 

  • We believe that all students are unique and that individual differences must be cherished.
  • We believe in the academic, social, emotional, physical and cultural development of all students.
  • We believe that it is the responsibility of all members of the school community to create a learning environment that exemplifies excellence in education.
  • We believe that all students must develop effective critical thinking, problem-solving, and technological skills in order to be successful in a constantly changing society.
  • We believe that the commitment to continuous professional development is essential to ensuring a quality educational program.
  • We believe that district resources must support quality educational programs and initiatives.

 

We are a supportive administrative team dedicated to helping young adolescents thrive. Join us! 

 

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