Elementary School Principal

Elk Creek Elementary is a close-knit mountain school serving 334 students located in the Conifer area of Jefferson County. We are the proud recipients of the Governors Distinguished Improvement award as well as the John Irwin School of excellence award. We are excited to now offer a preschool program. Serving students in a rural community provides unique opportunities and challenges. We serve students from an area covering 237 square miles, and most students are transported to our campus by their families.

The Elk Creek Creed guides our daily interactions with students, staff and community alike. Our commitment to creating an environment focusing on differentiated and student centered learning is a cornerstone of our school. Voice, choice and accountability allow students to own their learning and experience a positive school culture.

SUMMARY As outlined in the Jefferson County Public Schools' School Leadership profile, an individual in this position serves as the school leader by providing leadership, community building, instructional leadership, and human and financial resources management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Following is a general summary of the essential duties and responsibilities for this position as outlined in the School Leadership Profile.

LEADERSHIP:
Provide a purpose and direction for the school.

COMMUNITY BUILDING:
Guide the development of a caring community that includes stakeholders in the school.

INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP:
Focus on student learning and student success.

MANAGEMENT:
Manage the human and financial resources to ensure an orderly work and learning environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EXPERIENCE Minimum of three years' of licensed experience in a public or nonpublic elementary or secondary school, and a minimum of two years' educational administrative and/or comparable administrative leadership.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING Bachelor's degree, plus additional course work required for certification or licensure.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Colorado Principal License issued or in process.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT Demonstrated conflict management, problem solving, resource allocation, prioritization, data analysis, collaborative decision making, relationship building, group facilitation, writing, and speaking skills. Demonstrated knowledge and use of District policies, procedures, employee contracts, and legal requirements. Computer and technology skills which include Human Resources;
Financial Systems; and communications technology including software, E-mail, and voice mail are needed.

DECISION MAKING Ability to determine staffing levels and budget requirements; develop alternatives and make decisions in crises situations; utilize collaborative decision making skills; and apply good judgment to ensure student safety and carry out student discipline. Errors could lead to legal ramifications and compromise student safety and the learning environment, resulting in substantial embarrassment or cost to the District. Final decisions at the school site are the responsibility of this position.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS Daily contact with parents and students to exchange information and resolve issues. Weekly contact with vendors, media, legislatures, and government entities to exchange information. Regular contact with higher education, partnerships, and businesses to exchange information, develop and maintain programs, maintain relationships, and foster program participation.

SPAN OF CONTROL Directly supervise Assistant Principals, Teachers, classified employees, and special education personnel. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATIONAL DELIVERY Support the instructional programs of the District by supervising and evaluating teachers and administrators and by developing and implementing school instructional programs. Understand the philosophy of standards based education, the processes of curriculum development and effective models of instruction, and lead their implementation in the schools. Manage the development of curriculum and instructional programs that recognize the contributions of diverse groups and foster success for all students regardless of gender, race, or disability.

Lead the community in the development of challenging performance standards for students and the development of varied supervisory and evaluation processes. Insure the…