2026-2027 Middle School Principal Applicant Pool

POSITION TITLE

2850 MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL                                                               

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Performs difficult professional and administrative work in the administration and supervision of the middle school and its programs; priority is given to serving as the instructional leader; maintains an atmosphere of mutual respect and courtesy while establishing high expectations of all employees and students; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Schools in conjunction with the Assistant Superintendents.  Supervision is exercised over teaching and support staff.

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or skills associated with 

• Developing and maintaining an effective educational program consistent with state and federal guidelines and the philosophy, policies and goals of the school board; ensuring student safety.
• Serves as the instructional leader in the building through a variety of activities;
• Confers and collaborates with the appropriate director relating to middle school programs;
• Plans, organizes and directs the implementation of specific needs of school and school activities;
• Delegates specific instructional and non instructional responsibilities to appropriate individuals;
• Evaluates all professional employees and supervises the evaluation of classified employees;
• Provides leadership and direction in school based staff development programs;
• Maintains accurate records and reports of financial dealings pertaining to the school;
• Approves all financial purchases, expenditures and fundraisers;
• Attends administrative and expulsion hearings; 
• Supervises the preparation and maintenance of all school reports and records;
• Collaborates with elementary school and keeps abreast of elementary programs;
• Maintains facilities in a safe, orderly and attractive manner;
• Participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings;
• Establishes and maintains an effective system of communication with employees, students and the community;
• Serves on divisionwide, regional and State committees as necessary;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the administration and supervision of all facets of the middle school principalship; thorough knowledge of prescribed School Board policies and procedures; strong skills in oral and written communication; outstanding leadership and personal characteristics; ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, the School Board and the general public.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in educational administration and extensive teaching and administrative experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of postgraduate professional license with an endorsement as a middle school principal.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

AA/EOE STATEMENT

This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.