ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL

ADMINISTRATOR – BUILDING PRINCIPAL School Year 2023-2024 General Description of Duties: The Building Principal is responsible for providing leadership in developing and implementing policies, programs, curriculum activities, and budgets in a manner that promotes the educational development of each student and the professional development of each staff member. The Principal sets performance goals, crafts mission statements, and promotes the educational development, academic success and well-being of each student through the application of leadership, supervisory, and management skills. Immediate Supervisor: Superintendent / Assistant Superintendent of Schools Qualification and Requirements: •RI Department of Education Certification as Building Level Administrator PK-12; •At least five (5) years teaching experience; •Demonstrate ability to perform the responsibilities below as evidenced by course work, education experience, teaching, educational experience, and the interview process. Roles and Responsibilities: •Adheres to the policies and related directives of the Johnston School Department; •Implements the curriculum and adheres to the policies and related directives of the Johnston School Department; •Promotes the attainment of the District’s Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan; •Promotes the establishment of a productive environment for all district staff and students in order to promote self-actualization, achievement, teamwork, affiliation, and a humanistic, encouraging interactive climate for learning; •Displays strong and deep knowledge of the philosophical foundations and content of the curriculum; •Facilitates implementation and monitoring of curriculum, including Common Core State Standards; •Serves as school liaison on all school and district curriculum- and instruction-related committees; •Appraises, evaluates, and counsels the school’s certified and non-certified staff to translate the school’s educational philosophy, goals, and objectives into action terms that directly benefit the student; •Participates in the scheduling and evaluation of itinerant personnel assigned to the school to support the total program (if applicable); •Develops schedules for teachers and students that will provide for the efficient operation of the school and result in a high level of learning for students (if applicable); •Plans and supervises safety emergency procedures for the school to ensure the well-being of students and faculty; •Participates in the supervision and improvement of the physical plan in order to provide an environment conducive to learning, including but not limited to custodial maintenance, building use, security, and food service operations; •Assumes responsibility for the school’s responses to federal, state, school committee, and central office policies and regulations; •Coordinates student orientation programs; •Coordinates common planning time activities; •Works with special education administration to ensure compliance with state and federal law; •Coordinates all student support services, including RtI, to effectively and efficiently serve all students; •Coordinates, implements and completes all necessary paperwork/records associated with the implementation of district and statewide assessments through the school; •Facilitates the analysis of student assessment data and assists faculty in the adjustment of subsequent instruction; •Responsible for the administration and supervision of buses, lunch periods, student records, and all extra-curricular and student activities coordination of issues related to staff coverage associated with the school; •Communicating with central office administration, the school committee, teachers, parents, students, and the community on matters related to teaching and learning; •Maintains a visible presence in the school, on the campus, and at school-sponsored activities; •Takes responsibility for personal professional growth; •Promotes opportunities for self-actualization by creating a climate in which staff is encouraged to gain enjoyment from their work, develop their potential, and take on new and interesting activities; •Coordinates the schedule/activities of the administrative assistant(s); •Participates in the annual review and modification of the Student/Parent Handbook; •Remains current regarding changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journal and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field to ensure quality leadership as well as to prepare for possible administrative advancement; •Prepares and submits the school’s budgetary requests and monitors expenditures of funds in order to maintain control, and account for local funds and student activity funds and to promote the educational goals of the school; and •Performs such other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Skills Required: •Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, test data, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, staff, parents, and the general public; •Ability to calculate figures and amounts; •Ability to utilize current technology for instruction, communication, data analysis, and access to research; •Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables; •Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and school committee policies. Physical Demands: •The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. •While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision and distance vision. Frequently, driving is required to meet the demands of this job. Occasionally, yet essential to this position, the individual must meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and with other workers. The position may require the employee to work irregular or extended hours, direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, or work output of other people, and meet multiple demands from several people. Work Environment: •The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. •The noise level in this environment may be loud, depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day and location. Education Requirements: Masters’ Degree Terms of Employment: In accordance with Employment Contract and/or as established by the Johnston School Committee.