Elementary School Principal

Position type:

Administration/principal

Date posted:

2/24/2026

Location:

Olde sawmill elementary school

Date available:

08/01/2026

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Title:

elementary school principal

Job status: flsa exempt

Reports to:

director of elementary bldg leadership

Department: academics and student learning

Position summary:

To use leadership and administrative skills in promoting the maximum educational development of each elementary school student.

Job qualifications:

* master's degree in elementary administration

* minimum of three years teaching - preferably at elementary level

* current ohio certification in elementary administration

Essential duties:

Staff personnel

* assist in acquiring, supervising and developing the building's human resource so that the educational and other programs of the building might be most effectively implemented.

* assess staffing needs, cooperate with the director of personnel in recruiting and interviewing and making recommendations concerning employment.

* assign staff within the building to particular teaching or support positions.

* supervise and direct the evaluation of individuals assigned to the building.

* administer provisions of negotiated employee contracts relative to certificated and classified staff in the building.

Curriculum and instruction

* maintain and improve the quality of the instructional program and school climate through being responsible for teacher implementation of the curriculum, through supervision of

* instruction and through assisting in the development of the instructional program for the district.

* provide leadership in establishing and implementing educational goals and objectives for the school and in evaluating the attainment of those goals and objectives.

* direct the planning of building level staff development activities and inservice day programs.

* participate in district curriculum revision and textbook selection efforts.

* plan and effect an organizational framework to bring together the school's staff, students, facilities and programs in an effective instructional program.

* direct the north central review process for the building.

Pupil personnel

* provide leadership and support for services which will foster the well-being of students and provide for their individual needs.

* establish and direct behavior management systems which are consistent with the board of education student rights and responsibilities policies.

* cooperate with other district level administrators in supporting programs, such as guidance, special education and nursing services, that provide for the safety, emotional and physical well-being and enhanced educational opportunities for students.

* provide orientation for students new to the building.

* compile, secure and use student records in compliance with legal restraints and district policies.

School/community relations

* foster and maintain effective two-way communication between the community.

* organize and meet with pto and other such advisory groups.

* direct the release of information about the school through newsletters, meetings, newspapers, parent groups and other appropriate communication techniques.

* present or supervise the presentation of reports to the board of education as directed by the superintendent.

* develop relationships with individuals and community groups which foster support for school goals, objectives and programs.

Resource management

* supervise the operation of the building, equipment, and business procedures in ways that enhance the overall program.

* direct custodial staff to insure the proper cleanliness and safety of the facilities.

* assess the general condition and needs of the building and grounds and report them to the director of support services.

* prepare and implement a budget which will adequately support school programs.

* prepare and submit federal, state and local reports.

Professional and personal development

* develop and maintain professional and personal skills and knowledge needed to provide effective leadership as a building principal.

* participate in local, state, and national professional organizations.

* visit programs in other schools and attend educational conferences and in services.

* read current professional literature.

Other

* ensure the safety of students.

* establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.

* remain free of any alcohol or nonprescription controlled substance and abuse of any prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout employment in the district.

* exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability, and sound judgment.

* serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, and intelligent human beings.

* understand the legal responsibility to help instill in students the belief in, and practice of, ethical principles and democratic values.

* maintain confidentiality and respect for confidential information at all times.

* other duties as assigned by the superintendent or his/her designee.

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