School Principal

TITLE: K-12 Principal

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Shall hold a valid Kentucky certification for principal.
• Shall demonstrate the ability to work effectively with students, peers, and adults.
• Shall demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and faculty.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

JOB GOALS: To use leadership, supervisory, and administrative, and management skills so as to promote educational development of each student.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Leadership

• Facilitates the development of programs and monitors implementation of curriculum that meets the needs of all the students.
• Analyzes and utilizes all summative, formative, and common assessment data for the improvement of curriculum for instruction and student achievement.
• Maintains a school-wide climate and organization for learning (high expectations, cooperation, support, positive attitudes, etc).
• Facilitates the development of curriculum/instructional programs based on theories, research findings, and needs assessment results.
• Identifies and communicates effective teaching strategies, classroom management strategies, and strategies for altering pupil behaviors.
• Incorporates computer and other technology into the management and instructional processes.
• Provides on-going technical assistance to teachers.
• Works with special educators in leading the building ARC and in implementing the IEP for special education students to appropriately modify instruction, services, and expectations for students referred for special education placement.
• Chairs the school based council.
• Works with staff to implement gifted plans, RTI’s, & ILP’s to appropriately modify instruction and services for students.

Program Planning

• Identifies and communicates effective instructional planning strategies.
• Determines priorities based on assessed needs, sound theories, financial capabilities, expertise, time-lines, and resources.
• Develops the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan encompassing goals, objectives, activities, time-lines, and resources.
• Develops the school Professional Development Plan.
• Monitors the implementation of programs/services through a systematic design.
• Supervises the re-evaluation and the adjustment of curriculum/instructional programs as needed.
• Supervises the guidance program to enhance individual student education and development.
• Utilizes staff in curriculum and instructional improvement.
• Organizes for maximum time for academic learning.
• Plans, organizes and directs implementation of all school activities.
• 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.
• Develops schedules for classroom observations, conferences and follow-up activities.
• Works with the Athletic Director in coordination of the athletic programs.

School Management

• Utilizes an effective interview and selection process to select the most competent candidate.
• Assigns personnel to positions, which ensure optimum performance and equitable distribution of assignments.
• Systematically evaluates the performance of personnel to improve competencies.
• Plans and conducts staff development activities to improve competencies of school personnel.
• Utilizes strategies, which lead to a higher level of motivation. 
• Organizes and supervises support service personnel for optimum performance.
• Facilitates positive faculty and staff attitudes.
• Conducts classified and certified staff meetings to keep members informed of the policy changes, new programs and related concerns.
• Rewards faculty, staff, and students for quality work.
• Establishes the guides for proper student conduct and maintains student discipline according to board of education and SBDM policies.
• Provides due process procedures required by law in the management of school employees and students.
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of reports, records, lists, all other paperwork required or appropriate to the school’s administration, attendance, and reporting student progress.
• Plans and supervises fire drills, earthquake drills, lockdown drills and emergency preparedness programs.
• Delegates responsibility to counselors and other administrative assistants as applicable.
• Coordinates curriculum development activities at the school in cooperation with the district instructional staff.

Community Relations

• Involves parents in the activities of the school.
• Assesses community expectations and perceptions of school performance.
• Communicates with citizenry by a variety of means (i.e., media, newsletters, and meetings).
• Utilizes community resources to support programs and services including parent volunteers.
• Conducts regular parent advisory committee meetings.
• Accommodates appropriate requests to use school facilities.
• Establishes and maintains favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs. 
• Works with other schools and organizations in a professional manner.

Business Management

• Maintains fiscal accountability system.
• Develops and monitors financial plans (budget) based on programs/service priorities and financial capabilities.
• Organizes and involves teaching staff in monitoring and developing a financial plan for instructional needs.
• Inspects buildings and grounds on a daily basis in order to manage the maintenance of the facility and reports maintenance needs to the Director of Maintenance.
• Utilizes a system for purchase and inventory control (i.e. textbooks.)
• Manages financial resources in the most cost-effective manner.
• Applies local and state school board regulations to business management decisions.

Interpersonal Relationships

• Demonstrates effective written communication skills with all publics.
• Demonstrates effective oral communication skills with all publics.
• Manages change and new programs by utilizing effective change and pacing strategies.
• Solves problems utilizing a variety of techniques.
• Makes decisions from a base of relative information.
• Utilizes a process for involving personnel in decision-making activities, including faculty meetings, grade or department meetings, etc.
• Facilitates discussions and decision-making sessions efficiently and productively.
• Plans and facilitates meetings for optimum use of time and resources.
• Manages conflict situations in an effective manner.
• Is perceived as an effective listener.
• Keeps the Superintendent informed of the school’s activities and problems.

Professional Development 

• Attends workshops, institutes, courses, and conferences relevant to continuing professional development and management of the school’s programs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current professional literature and materials including effective school research.
• Demonstrates effective time management practices.
• Reacts to stress situations in a reasonably calm and positive manner.
• Meets timelines and deadlines as requested.
• Conducts self and administrative office in an organized and business-like manner.
• Exhibits dependability in carrying out assigned responsibilities.
• Accepts constructive criticism.
• Exhibits assertiveness as appropriate in dealing with administrative responsibilities.
• Participates in the Williamstown Independent administrative team meetings in a positive, helpful and resourceful way.
• Performs professional responsibilities and duties as outlined in the job description including regular attendance and punctuality.
• Assumes responsibility for school-related activities that extend beyond the school day.
• Works with Central Office staff and other support personnel on school programs and goals related to instruction, transportation, professional staff development, and special services.
• Performs other duties consistent with the position as may be requested by the Superintendent.
• Adheres to professional Codes of Ethics adopted by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board.

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• To perform the responsibilities as previously outlined.

ABILITY TO: 

• Perform as a leader such that student achievement is maximized

DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT:  240 days

SALARY:  Commensurate with the School District’s Certified Salary Schedule and Extra Duty Stipend scale.