Principal, Education Administration

Position /

Title:

Principal – High School

Bargaining Unit: ADM Department/

Location:

Department of Schools

Calendar Days: 260 Reports To: Executive Director of High Schools

JD Revision Date: 05/08/2023 Supervises: Administrative Staff and Support Staff

Function / Position Summary
The primary responsibility of the building Principal is to provide instructional leadership and organizational management/supervision to support the educational development of each student in alignment with national, state, and local educational goals and requirements. In addition, the High School Principal, as the instructional leader, is responsible for all staff professional development related to the curricular components necessary to support the academic and instructional goals of the both the school and district.

The Principal must keep informed and up to date regarding new developments in curriculum, instruction and administration, i.e. workshops, meetings, grade level instruction, etc. It is critical that the Principal develop and maintain effective relationships, including regular communication with parents, parent groups, and the community. Inherent in this complex professional leadership role are responsibilities for staff evaluation, curriculum development, personnel management, emergency procedures, and facility operations.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• LEADERSHIP – CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION:
  • Projects and inspires a positive, cooperative educational environment within the school that motivates and provides direction for all staff toward the fulfillment of the school's mission statement.
  • Is responsible for the oversight of programs and the ongoing improvement of instruction within the school.
  • Ensures that curriculum improvement, instructional programs, and all courses are implemented with fidelity -- according to the curriculum adoption process of the Instructional Council and in alignment with State standards.
  • Develops and implements in-service activities for the staff.
  • Ensures district supported common assessments are provided properly entered into the student system.
• ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATION:
  • Maintains both formal and informal lines of communication to all staff while involving them meaningfully in the operation of the school.
  • Directs the planning for all aspects of instruction, including scheduling, registration of students, and the development of a building schedule.
  • Meets with parents and/or parent groups regarding the goals, objectives, and programs of the school.
  • Works collaboratively with committees (including Collective Bargaining groups) to ensure a teacher/staff voice in processes.
• FINANCIAL AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT:
  • Responsible for all expenditures related to the approved budget of the school.
  • Works with Plant Operations Management to evaluate the general condition and needs of the building and provide written recommendations/updates to the Assistant Superintendent.
• STUDENT SAFETY AND CULTURE:
  • Establishes rules and processes related to student behavior and discipline in agreement with the district's philosophy and policies.
  • Enforces rules consistent with the Board adopted Student Code of Conduct. Is responsible for the security and pupil safety within the building; follows procedures written by the office of School Safety and Culture to protect and enhance safety of students and staff, and to better ensure the security of property and equipment.
  • Coordinates and supervises the related service personnel and the District Multi-tiered System of Supports Office to ensure an effective social and emotional networking program.
  • Promotes an overall general health, safety, and welfare environment for the student body; guiding, supervising and/or coordinating all student activities to include those school…