Assistant Principal
Learning Prep School, Newton, MA
Learning Prep School in Newton, MA is seeking an Assistant Principal to join our leadership team for the start of the 2026-2027 school year.
The Assistant Principal works closely with the Principal to support the overall educational programming of the school for all LPS students, who are middle and high school age and enrolled in grades 5-12. This role includes oversight of core academic areas, teacher supervision and feedback, professional development, support for department heads and other mid-level leaders, and partnership with students, staff, and families to support student success across the school.
This position is well suited for an experienced educator and school leader who can support curriculum and instructional practice, coach and develop staff, and help ensure strong implementation of schoolwide systems that strengthen instruction and student outcomes. Responsibilities also include progress reporting, assessment coordination, MTSS and ELL systems, student data tracking, student behavioral support, family communication and collaboration, and serving as a visible, collaborative presence in the daily life of the school.
Our students have complex learning profiles, and we are committed to providing them with the education they deserve delivered through the best practices of language-based instruction. While we are not a therapeutic setting or a program for students with significant behavioral support needs, we do offer speech and language, occupational therapy, and counseling services as part of our delivery model.
LPS is a great place to work. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, strong work-life balance, and a caring community of dedicated special education professionals. The LPS culture is truly unique. Our community is welcoming, collaborative, and deeply committed to supporting both students and one another.
This is a full-time position:
• 186 work days during the school year, plus 8 summer days
• Monday-Friday, 7:30am-3:15pm most days, with Wednesdays until 4:00pm
Full-time benefits include:
• 100% Employer Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, and AD&D Insurance
• 75% Employer Paid Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Accounts Available
• Free Breakfast, Lunch, and on-site Parking
• Deeply Discounted On-site Childcare
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match (currently 3%)
• Access to Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Employer Paid EAP benefits (Employee Assistance Program) available for employees and their family members
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Special Education or related field required
• MA DESE Certification as Administrator of Special Education or Special Education Moderate Disabilities required
• Massachusetts Certification as Principal/Assistant Principal preferred
• Minimum of 3 years classroom teaching experience preferred
• Minimum of 1 year administrative experience preferred
• Experience supervising staff, supporting curriculum and instruction, and leading professional development strongly preferred
• Experience working with students with language-based learning disabilities strongly preferred
Resume required. Cover letter desirable.
LPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Direct Applicants Only, No Recruiters.
To learn more about our unique school for students with language-based learning disabilities, please visit our website www.learningprep.org.
Learning Prep School