High School Principal

Location: Willcox, Arizona
Reports To: Superintendent of Schools

Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Schools, the High School Principal provides visionary leadership and effective administration of the educational program at the high school. The Principal is responsible for fostering a safe, supportive, and academically focused learning environment that promotes the educational development, achievement, and well-being of all students.

The High School Principal ensures that school operations and programs are conducted in accordance with Willcox Unified School District Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable federal and state laws.

The Principal provides leadership in instructional program development and improvement, staff supervision and evaluation, professional development, student services, community and parent engagement, school operations, and fiscal management.

• Develops, implements, and administers school programs consistent with Willcox Unified School District goals, objectives, policies, and strategic priorities.
• Provides leadership and direction to school staff regarding the ongoing evaluation, improvement, and implementation of educational programs, including curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Promotes and maintains a school environment that is safe, welcoming, orderly, and conducive to individualized instruction, collaborative curriculum development, and student learning.
• Ensures that Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, and applicable laws and regulations are consistently implemented and followed.
• Provides instructional leadership and supports evidence-based teaching practices that promote high levels of student achievement.
• Coordinates with school staff and district program leaders to develop, implement, monitor, and improve instructional programs and teaching practices.
• Conducts ongoing assessment and analysis of student learning and achievement data and works collaboratively with teachers to modify instructional methods and interventions to meet the diverse needs of students, including students with special needs.
• Encourages staff members to pursue continued professional growth and supports the exploration and implementation of innovative instructional approaches and strategies.
• Organizes and conducts regular staff and teacher meetings focused on instructional improvement, professional learning, student achievement, school initiatives, and effective teaching practices.
• Involves faculty and staff in the evaluation of existing programs and the planning and development of new programs and initiatives.
• Supervises, evaluates, and provides professional feedback to teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the District's employee evaluation plan.
• Makes recommendations regarding employee performance, professional goals, areas requiring improvement, continued employment, and other personnel matters as appropriate.
• Coordinates with the Superintendent and central office administrators regarding recruitment and selection of employees, personnel records, collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource matters.
• Ensures accurate, complete, and confidential record-keeping and reporting related to student activities, attendance, academic records, and other information required by law or District policy.
• Ensures that student conduct is consistent with school expectations, District policies, and applicable laws while promoting restorative and appropriate approaches to student discipline.
• Encourages meaningful parent and family involvement in student education and maintains effective communication among students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication systems that keep students, families, staff, and district leadership informed of school programs, expectations, accomplishments, and areas of need.
• Promotes a positive school culture characterized by high expectations, collaboration, respect, accountability, and a commitment to student success.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and remain current regarding developments in education, school leadership, instructional practices, assessment, and applicable laws and regulations through professional development, seminars, workshops, professional meetings, research, and other learning opportunities.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the…