High School Principal

Commerce City Schools

Job Description

High School Principal

RETIREMENT:
Teacher Retirement System of Georgia

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 Month

REPORTS TO:

Superintendent or Designee

Commerce City Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the Commerce High School Principal position for the 2026–2027 school year. The ideal candidate serves as a visionary instructional leader with a proven record of enhancing student achievement, fostering a safe and collaborative school culture, supporting staff, and ensuring effective school operations aligned with district goals.

• Tier II GaPSC Leadership Certificate.
• Doctor of Education (EdD) preferred, but not required.
• Experience in instructional leadership roles or public school administration.
• Proven ability to support instruction, use data to increase student achievement, and design staff development to achieve goals.
• Proven track record of success at the high school level.

• Serve as the instructional leader, ensuring high-quality curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Use data to improve student outcomes in academics, attendance, and behavior.
• Support and evaluate teachers and staff through coaching and professional learning.
• Oversee school improvement plans and monitor progress.

• Create a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
• Effectively use Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to create a collaborative culture focused on high expectations for teaching and learning for all students.
• Promote positive behavior and student engagement in academics and extracurriculars.

• Manage daily school operations, schedules, and resources.
• Ensure compliance with district policies and state regulations.
• Oversee the school budget and facilities.
• Maintain safety procedures and emergency preparedness.

• Recruit, hire, retain, and support staff.
• Conduct evaluations and promote a mindset of continuous improvement.
• Build leadership capacity among all staff.

• Build partnerships with families and community organizations.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Represent the school positively in the community.

Commerce City Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on legally protected status. A background check will be completed upon hire. The district is a drug-free workplace.

Please email Lauren Milford with any questions: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).