What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Based Administrator/GNETS-200 Day Calendar position at COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT?
SCHOOL-BASED ADMINISTRATOR - Westside School/GNETS - 200 Day Schedule 2026-2027 School Year
RESPONSIBLE TO: Responsible to the Principal
PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide leadership for the direction, supervision, and coordination of the school's administrative operations, instructional programs, and assigned personnel.
Major Responsibilities
Provide leadership in developing and implementing instructional programs aligned with the adopted curriculum.
Provide leadership and encouragement to staff and students in achieving the basic skills essential to attaining high academic goals.
Provide for the maintenance of sound discipline consistent with establishing a positive school environment and achieving the maximum time on task for students and staff.
Provide effective guidance and counseling services for all students.
Establish and maintain effective communication with parents and the community, encouraging their participation and support.
Provide for the equitable direction, supervision, and evaluation of assigned certified and classified personnel.
Provide leadership for the continuing professional development and coaching of all staff.
Provide leadership for the effective management and maintenance of the school plan consistent with available resources.
Make the most of available auxiliary resources to achieve the school's instructional goals.
Ensure the timely and efficient implementation and application of laws, policies, and procedures governing the school's operations.
Provide for the prompt and accurate maintenance of all records and submission of all reports as assigned.
Participate in the state evaluation program and related professional development activities.
Assist with the implementation and management of educational and therapeutic services for students with emotional and behavioral disorders within the Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Support (GNETS) program and students in self-contained Autism classes.
Collect and provide data and/or artifacts to support the GNETS strategic plan.
Ensure compliance with IDEA, Georgia Department of Education guidelines, and district policies
Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, mental health providers, and families to support student success
Assist with monitoring and support the development and implementation of IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
Assist with analyzing student data to evaluate program effectiveness and guide decision-making
Assist with facilitating transition planning for students entering or exiting the GNETS program
Support crisis intervention and ensure appropriate behavioral support strategies are in place
Other duties as assigned by the Principal or his/her designee.
Specific Duties
Personal and Administrative Competencies:
Work with school staff to develop short- and long-range goals and to seek solutions to problems.
Establish priorities, set realistic goals, and follow projects through to the conclusion.
Reach high-quality decisions based upon logical conclusions derived from a thorough review of available data.
Inspire enthusiasm, individual initiative, and self-confidence in employees.
Be supportive and reaffirm to all children, parents, and employees.
Promote professional pride and high ethical standards.
Delegate authority to others, allowing latitude for efficiently accomplishing the assigned task.
Be accessible to staff members, parents, students, and the community.
Communicate clear, positive expectations to students, staff, parents, and the community.
Allocate resources consistent with established priorities and identified needs.
Produce clear and concise oral and written communications.
Demonstrate the highest personal commitment to assigned responsibilities, providing leadership by personal example.
Required Education, Certification, Or Training
Tier I or Tier II Educational Leadership certification, or T-5 certification in any field with the requirement of a passing score on the GACE Educational Leadership Assessment and completion of an Educational Leadership Program within 3 years.
Mindset trained and willing to train to be a Mindset Trainer. Life Space Crisis Training Certification.
Experience Required: Successful teaching and TKES/LKES evaluations and leadership experience. Strong background working with students in self contained setting in general curriculum or adapted curriculum with EBD, OHI, and Autism. Strong knowledge in Special Education Law.
Skills Required: Educational background and practical knowledge of the most effective practices in curriculum, instructional management, planning, child development, and general school administration. Proficiency required in oral and written communication, interpersonal relations, and competency in organizing, planning, and evaluating.
The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.
The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Responsible to the Principal
PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide leadership for the direction, supervision, and coordination of the school's administrative operations, instructional programs, and assigned personnel.
Major Responsibilities
Provide leadership in developing and implementing instructional programs aligned with the adopted curriculum.
Provide leadership and encouragement to staff and students in achieving the basic skills essential to attaining high academic goals.
Provide for the maintenance of sound discipline consistent with establishing a positive school environment and achieving the maximum time on task for students and staff.
Provide effective guidance and counseling services for all students.
Establish and maintain effective communication with parents and the community, encouraging their participation and support.
Provide for the equitable direction, supervision, and evaluation of assigned certified and classified personnel.
Provide leadership for the continuing professional development and coaching of all staff.
Provide leadership for the effective management and maintenance of the school plan consistent with available resources.
Make the most of available auxiliary resources to achieve the school's instructional goals.
Ensure the timely and efficient implementation and application of laws, policies, and procedures governing the school's operations.
Provide for the prompt and accurate maintenance of all records and submission of all reports as assigned.
Participate in the state evaluation program and related professional development activities.
Assist with the implementation and management of educational and therapeutic services for students with emotional and behavioral disorders within the Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Support (GNETS) program and students in self-contained Autism classes.
Collect and provide data and/or artifacts to support the GNETS strategic plan.
Ensure compliance with IDEA, Georgia Department of Education guidelines, and district policies
Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, mental health providers, and families to support student success
Assist with monitoring and support the development and implementation of IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
Assist with analyzing student data to evaluate program effectiveness and guide decision-making
Assist with facilitating transition planning for students entering or exiting the GNETS program
Support crisis intervention and ensure appropriate behavioral support strategies are in place
Other duties as assigned by the Principal or his/her designee.
Specific Duties
Personal and Administrative Competencies:
Work with school staff to develop short- and long-range goals and to seek solutions to problems.
Establish priorities, set realistic goals, and follow projects through to the conclusion.
Reach high-quality decisions based upon logical conclusions derived from a thorough review of available data.
Inspire enthusiasm, individual initiative, and self-confidence in employees.
Be supportive and reaffirm to all children, parents, and employees.
Promote professional pride and high ethical standards.
Delegate authority to others, allowing latitude for efficiently accomplishing the assigned task.
Be accessible to staff members, parents, students, and the community.
Communicate clear, positive expectations to students, staff, parents, and the community.
Allocate resources consistent with established priorities and identified needs.
Produce clear and concise oral and written communications.
Demonstrate the highest personal commitment to assigned responsibilities, providing leadership by personal example.
Required Education, Certification, Or Training
Tier I or Tier II Educational Leadership certification, or T-5 certification in any field with the requirement of a passing score on the GACE Educational Leadership Assessment and completion of an Educational Leadership Program within 3 years.
Mindset trained and willing to train to be a Mindset Trainer. Life Space Crisis Training Certification.
Experience Required: Successful teaching and TKES/LKES evaluations and leadership experience. Strong background working with students in self contained setting in general curriculum or adapted curriculum with EBD, OHI, and Autism. Strong knowledge in Special Education Law.
Skills Required: Educational background and practical knowledge of the most effective practices in curriculum, instructional management, planning, child development, and general school administration. Proficiency required in oral and written communication, interpersonal relations, and competency in organizing, planning, and evaluating.
The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.
The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.