Interim Elementary Co-Principal

Interim Elementary Co-Principal (26-27 school year only) Job Description

Position Title: Elementary Building Principal
Immediate Supervisor: Superintendent
Summary (Job Goal): Be dedicated to the development of lifelong learners by providing leadership, supervisory, and administrative skills that will promote the education development of each student.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned.)
Promotes Success of all Students (Shared Vision)

• Support the vision and mission of the District as well as building vision that sets high expectations for students and staff.
• Work with various members of the central administrative staff on initiatives and projects of District-wide importance.
• Understand, support, and help implement change efforts at the District and/or building level.
• Provide leadership and supervision of certified staff and encourage creative and innovative research-based instruction.
• Develop communication strategies to inform staff, parents, students, community members, and all stakeholders of progress towards the vision and mission of the District.
• Ensure the school community is involved in the school improvement efforts.

Culture of Learning

• Establish and maintain an effective learning climate in the school.
• Know and support the building/district school improvement plan and accurately interpret and report progress on goals to stakeholders.
• Structure regular and systematic classroom observations to increase teacher effectiveness; maintain a culture of high expectations and demand high quality of performance from all staff members.
• Provide support in mentoring teachers at all skill levels.
• Develop team-building, problem solving and organizational skills among staff.
• Conduct staff meetings as appropriate for proper functioning of the school.
• Develop a professional rapport and good working relationship with all staff members.
• Cooperate with college and university officials regarding teacher training and preparation.
• Ensure professional development promotes a focus on student learning consistent with the school vision and goals.
• Assist in the implementation of school curriculum and the evaluation of instructional materials.
• Motivate and recognize staff and students' accomplishments and achievements toward desired goals and objectives.
• Ensure that technology is used effectively in teaching and learning.
• Use multiple sources of data to develop a plan for the improvement of student achievement and assess student learning using a variety of research-based techniques.
• Assist in the implementation of supportive services in meeting the needs of students and staff.
• Oversee the maintenance of accurate records on the progress and attendance of students.
• Ensure barriers to student learning are identified and addressed.
• Provide students with multiple learning opportunities to ensure all students are successful.
• Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
• Be involved in administrative groups at the area educational agency and state levels.
• Accept constructive criticism and suggestions and seek to improve each performance responsibility.

Management

• Assume responsibility for and support the implementation of Board Policy and administrative regulations keeping staff informed of changes in policy and procedures which affect them.
• Maintain accurate records as required by federal, state, and local officials.
• Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, Board Policies and Administrative Regulations.
• Manage negotiated and contractual agreements effectively.
• Oversee daily operations to meet District, building and student goals.
• Delegate authority and responsibility where appropriate.
• Manage the school's total needs in requisitioning equipment and supplies within the funds allocated as well as administration of the overall building budget.
• Plan and supervise fire drills and emergency preparedness program.
• Direct the activities of all assigned staff members to include supervision and evaluation.
• Prepare and/or supervise the preparation of reports, records, and all other necessary paperwork.
• Maintain and control the funds generated by student activities and auxiliary services.
• Assume responsibility for the safety and security of the building and maintain a safe learning environment for all students and staff. Provide for accurate inventories of property to ensure systems operate safely, efficiently, and effectively.
• Utilize knowledge of learning, teaching and student development to make management decisions.
• Address and resolve problems / issues in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement a positive, effective student management system.
• Maintain high standards of student conduct and develop and enforce an effective student discipline plan as necessary according to due process.
• Participate in management team meetings and activities.
• Report to the central…