Donnell Middle School Principal - Findlay Schools

Position: Donnell Middle School Principal - Findlay City Schools
Position Overview:

The Middle School Principal provides visionary, student-centered leadership for the assigned middle school, fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-achieving learning environment. The principal is responsible for the overall administration of the school, including instructional leadership, staff supervision, student services, operations, and community engagement. This position ensures
alignment with district goals, state requirements, and best practices in middle level education while promoting the academic, social, and emotional development of all students.

Position Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership

● Establish and maintain a positive, student-centered learning environment.

● Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of school improvement goals aligned with district priorities.

● Supervise, evaluate, and promote the professional growth of teachers and support staff.

● Promote high-quality instruction, data-driven decision making, and effective intervention systems.

● Coordinate curriculum implementation, assessment programs, and instructional initiatives.

● Facilitate professional development and instructional coaching to improve teaching effectiveness.

● Support inclusive practices and coordinate services for students receiving special education and other support services.

● Support collaborative teams and instructional leadership structures within the building.

● Recruit, recommend, assign, and orient new staff members.

Building Operational Management

● Implement Board policies, administrative guidelines, and applicable state and federal regulations.

● Supervise all personnel assigned to the building.

● Develop and manage the school budget in collaboration with district leadership.

● Coordinate staff and student schedules.

● Oversee student attendance, discipline, and record-keeping systems.

● Ensure a safe and secure environment, including emergency preparedness, safety drills, and crisis response.

● Monitor the condition and use of facilities, equipment, and grounds.

● Coordinate student activities, programs, and events.

● Establish and enforce expectations for student behavior in accordance with Board policies and the student code of conduct.

● Ensure appropriate building coverage.

● Prepare required reports and maintain accurate school records.

Staff Leadership and Culture

● Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional school culture.

● Recruit, recommend, assign, and supervise building personnel.

● Conduct regular staff meetings and ensure open, two-way communication.

● Support staff orientation, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.

● Engage staff in shared decision-making processes and building leadership teams.

● Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all personnel matters.

Family and Community Engagement

● Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.

● Establish effective two-way communication systems with families and stakeholders.

● Work collaboratively with parent organizations, volunteers, and community groups.

● Represent the school at community events and district functions.

● Communicate school programs, expectations, and achievements to the school community.

Other Duties

● Participate in district leadership meetings and initiatives.

● Keep central office administration informed of school operations, needs, and concerns.

● Perform additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.