Principal, Education Administration

UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position:
High School Principal

Reports to:

Director of Secondary Education

Employment Status:
Regular/Full-time

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Salary:
Level VI Administrative Salary Schedule, Commensurate with Experience

Description:

Provides visionary educational leadership at the high school level to certificated and classified team members and facilitates an educational setting that promotes a positive learning experience for all high school students

NOTE:

The lists below are not ranked in order of importance

Qualifications:

* Master's degree (M.A.) or higher from an accredited college or university

* A Valid State of Ohio certification/license

* Five to ten years of successful classroom teaching and building administration experience

* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Ability to work effectively with others

* Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

* Effective, active listening skills

* Organizational and problem-solving skills

* Knowledge of Ohio school law

* Ability to lead and motivate staff and students

* Teaching experience at the 7-12 level

* Knowledge of overall instructional technology

* Knowledge of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software

Essential Functions:

* Ensure the safety of students

* Direct the activities of school staff members

* Implement and monitor all Board policies and regulations

* Supervise the operations of the buildings, grounds, and other school property

* Establish and maintain a positive public relations program

* Direct, oversee, supervise, and evaluate the instructional and guidance programs and the work schedule for all assigned personnel

* Establish guidelines for proper student conduct, attire, and discipline

* Monitor and resolve problems with student attendance

* Plan and supervise fire and tornado drills and other emergency preparedness programs

* Recommend to the Superintendent continuation or non-continuation of employment of teaching staff

* Conduct regular staff meetings

* Attend special events, functions, and athletic events

* Oversee the maintenance of records and controls in the funds of the school activity account

* Supervise the maintenance of student records

* Supervise and evaluate classroom teachers, classified staff, School Counselors, Assistant Principal, and Athletic Director

* Organize, administer, and direct all student activities

* Responsible for the requisition of supplies, textbooks, equipment, and other necessary materials

* Prepare and submit the building budgetary request

* Monitor the expenditure of funds

* Responsible for the registration, assignment, promotion, and/or retention of all students

* Establish a procedure for the withdrawal of students from the school

* Review teacher lesson plans

* Direct and coordinate the classified staff assigned to the high school

* Oversee the recording and reporting of all building employee leaves

* Schedule educational assemblies for the student population

* Supervise the development of the curriculum, in cooperation with the staff and the Superintendent

* Utilize the Ohio High School Standards as a guide for program development and evaluation

* Oversee staff assignments and assist in the development of the master schedule

* Counsel students regarding their academic, social, and personal problems in cooperation with School Counselors

* Respond to and appropriately handle complaints of parents

* Coordinate custodial service at the high school with the maintenance supervisor

* Cooperate with juvenile court authorities and other law and social enforcement agencies

* Appraise the performance of teachers through class visits and conferences for the purpose of improving instruction, and assisting teachers with any problems

* Inform teachers and other employees regarding the purposes and policies of the school

* Plan and schedule school events

* Prepare all reports and maintain such records as required by school law, regulation, or request of the Superintendent

* Assist in the selection, retention, and promotion of certified and non-certified personnel assigned to the high school

* Develop and enforce policies regarding proper protection of equipment and property, observance of school laws, and safety procedures

* Ensure that after-school activities are chaperoned and that the building is closed after such activities have concluded

* Report serious accidents, burglaries, and incidents of an unusual nature to the proper authorities as quickly as possible

* Plan experimentation and ongoing curriculum improvement for the high school

* Coordinate in-service education programs for the high school staff

* Introduce certified personnel to the school and community

* Coordinate the work of special teachers who are assigned to the high school

* Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy

* Maintain respect at all times for confidential information,…