Principal - Elementary School

Principal

Are you ready to inspire, lead, and make a lasting impact in a diverse educational community? Price's Fork Elementary School is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Principal. This is an exciting opportunity to join Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia, a division dedicated to excellence in education and student success. As Principal, you will be at the forefront of shaping the future of our students, driving innovation, and cultivating an engaging learning environment.

We are looking for a visionary leader who is passionate about education, committed to fostering a positive learning environment, and eager to guide our school toward continued achievement. If you are ready to bring your leadership expertise, creativity, and dedication to our dynamic team, we encourage you to apply and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and community.

The Price's Fork Elementary School Principal will coordinate administrative oversight and plan all phases of instructional leadership for the school, including educational programming, administration, budgetary planning, discipline, and family engagement.

• Oversee the daily management of the school, maintaining high standards of student conduct and staff professionalism
• Supervise educators in the school, providing timely, constructive observations and evaluations based on school division timelines
• Provide necessary training and guidance to professional staff based on evaluations
• Hire all faculty and staff for the school
• Ensure a productive learning environment through continuous collaboration with teachers, students, and families
• Encourage the belief that all children can learn and achieve at high levels, setting high expectations for academic excellence
• Facilitate opportunities to connect with students by being present during arrival and dismissal, attending school functions, and making frequent classroom visits
• Enforce disciplinary policies and procedures with students
• Participate in parent meetings and conferences, serving as an intermediary between parents, teachers, and students to address various needs or issues
• Ensure timely completion of routine paperwork and administrative tasks
• Lead effective and efficient staff meetings
• Coordinate staff development and provide instruction if needed
• Oversee the completion of annual needs assessments and ongoing comprehensive school improvement plans
• Ensure necessary cleaning, maintenance, and repairs to school property
• Manage the allocation of supplies and equipment
• Oversee and implement the school budget, approving new programs and expenditures as appropriate and deemed necessary according to the school's improvement plan
• Represent the school in community activities and meetings
• Foster positive relationships between the school and the community, including parent/teacher organizations and community leaders
• Act as liaison between the school board office administration and the school, promoting the importance of a unified team; communicates needs and information to both sides
• Collaborate with other principals and educators throughout the division
• Demonstrate effective instructional leadership skills and a thorough understanding of evidence-based best practices in instructional methodology
• Ensure that the school meets state and federal accreditation and accountability requirements
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders through outstanding written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and warm learning environment for a diverse student population
• Demonstrate experience or working familiarity with Google Drive for instruction, collaboration, and coursework
• Identify and effectively solve problems
• Demonstrate an understanding of applicable local, state, and federal educational laws, regulations, policies, and requirements
• Model professional behavior by being dependable, punctual, and present
• Ability to maintain an unquestionable degree of confidentiality

• Master's degree in Educational Leadership or Curriculum and Instruction from an accredited institution
• Postgraduate Professional license with administration and supervision endorsement required
• Hold or immediately be eligible for a Virginia license with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision:
  PreK-12
• Experience as a building administrator
• Experience in implementing educational programs

• Three years full-time teaching experience and three years of assistant principal and/or principal experience preferred
• Experience at the elementary level

$92,560.00 - $ annually, with benefits; commensurate with experience

:
Exempt

Anthem Medical Plans
- Multiple options available for comprehensive medical and prescription coverage

Ameritas Vision Plan
- Coverage includes eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses

Delta Dental Plan - FREE Delta Dental coverage for employees, spouses, and families

Carilion EAP - FREE Confidential…