Assistant Principal - Special Education

Overview

Assistant Principal – Special Education$70,000–$75,000/year | Greenfield, NHCrotched Mountain School – A program of Seven Hills New Hampshire

Lead. Inspire. Support. Grow.

Join a mission-driven team at Crotched Mountain School, where education transforms lives every day. As Assistant Principal, you’ll partner with the Building Principal to lead a year-round special education program serving students with complex needs, including autism and developmental, behavioral, and psychiatric challenges. On our scenic, therapeutic campus, you’ll guide staff, support students, and strengthen family partnerships in a role that blends leadership, instructional support, and case management.

Responsibilities

Your Impact:

• Support daily school operations in collaboration with the Building Principal
• Lead special education case management, including IEP development and compliance
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate paraeducators and support staff
• Foster a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment
• Build strong communication with families, guardians, and community partners
• Oversee scheduling, student placement, and daily school operations
• Serve as acting administrator when the Building Principal is unavailable

Qualifications

You’re a Great Fit If You:

• Have at least 3 years of teaching experience and a NH Teaching Credential (Experienced Educator)
• Bring a strong background in special education (NHDOE certification preferred)
• Have experience with students with severe autism or in residential/alternative settings
• Are skilled in staff supervision and development
• Thrive in collaborative leadership roles and student-centered environments
• Have at least 3 years of teaching experience and a NH Teaching Credential (Experienced Educator)
• Bring a strong background in special education (NHDOE certification preferred)
• Have experience with students with severe autism or in residential/alternative settings
• Are skilled in staff supervision and development
• Thrive in collaborative leadership roles and student-centered environments

Why You’Ll Love It Here:

• 8 Weeks Paid Time Off (11 holidays + 10 sick + 3 personal days)
• Career Growth: Paid licensure, CE events, and education assistance
• Outstanding Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with 25–33% match
• Loan Forgiveness: PSLF-eligible employer
• Professional Growth: Leadership opportunities in a nationally recognized program
• Exceptional Environment: A therapeutic campus with lakes, trails, pool, media center & more

Schedule: Full-time, year-round | Exempt

This is more than a school leadership role—it’s a chance to guide staff, support extraordinary students, and grow your own career on a campus designed for learning and healing.