High School Principal

JOB SUMMARY

Principals are the instructional leaders and administrative heads of the school to which they are assigned. They are expected to organize and administer their school in a manner conducive to effective teaching and learning. Principals are responsible for working cooperatively with their faculty, staff, students, and members of the community to define the goals of the school and to address the educational needs of individual pupils.

Also, principals must work effectively with the parents and other members of the community, its agencies, and organizations to assist the school in becoming a vital part of the community.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

WITH RESPECT TO ADMINISTRATION

Principals shall:

• Implement and observe all policies of the Culpeper County School Board and the State Board of Education as derived from the Code of Virginia. Additionally, they shall maintain and adhere to a current policy manual, regulations and procedures manual, and school handbook which are in compliance with, and which implement the policies of the Culpeper County School Board and the State Board of Education;
• Develop and implement personnel work schedules, class schedules, and building-use schedules that contribute to student achievement, a stimulating school environment, and an efficient and effective school;
• Manage all internal funds of the school in accordance with regulations of the Culpeper County School Board and the State Board of Education and submit such reports as may be required to the division superintendent or designee;
• Manage materials, equipment, and supplies;
• Advise the Superintendent of school needs including personnel, programs, and facilities;
• Provide for the general supervision, custodial care, and attractiveness of the facilities, while promoting the safety and comfort of students and staff;
• Cooperatively work with drivers and supervisors within the Transportation Department to maintain order and safety on the school buses;
• Establish a professional learning culture through a solid foundation of a shared vision, values, and goals;
• Monitor the special education program in the school to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local mandates and guidelines;
• Develop the leadership skills, particularly instructional leadership, of the assistant principals and Instructional Team Leaders assigned to the school;
• Coordinate and work with central office staff on school needs, program implementation and program evaluation;
• Supervise and evaluate all employees and others assigned to the school;
• Delegate duties, authority, and responsibility to members of the school;
• Coordinates with the Athletic Director on staffing, supervising, and scheduling of all athletic team practices and events;
• Submit promptly and accurately all reports as may be required by the division superintendent or the Culpeper County School Board;
• Take responsibility for and participate in a meaningful and continuous process of professional development that results in the enhancement of student learning;
• Monitor the school website and post frequent announcements, recognitions, and resources for students and parents;
• Work in a collegial and collaborative manner with other administrators, school personnel, and the community to promote and support the mission and goals of the school division;

WITH RESPECT TO INSTRUCTION

Principals shall:

• Develop a collaborative culture for improving student achievement;
• Involve faculty, staff, and community in developing, implementing, and evaluating an annual school improvement plan that results in increased student learning;
• Establish and maintain an effective learning climate in the school;
• Employ various processes for gathering, analyzing, and using data for decision-making;
• Develop a master schedule within established guidelines and supervise the counseling program;
• Establish specific objectives for each teacher which contribute directly to the achievement of students or the improvement of instruction;
• Ensure that the instructional materials available to the school are used in relation to the objectives of the various…