Principal Junior High School

Job Goal

The Principal is the administrative and instructional leader of the school. He/She assumes full responsibility for all aspects of the site including implementation of the instructional program, facilities operation and maintenance, school/community relations, business affairs of the school as they relate to the overall mission of the district and the school, and the utilization and development of staff and faculty.

In doing so, he/she makes the most efficient utilization of resources available in providing the maximum instructional benefit to all students.

• Master Degree and Administrative Coursework in Education Related Field
• Appropriate Arizona administrative certification
• Knowledge of state standards and researched-based instruction
• Demonstrated classroom teaching ability
• Successful administrative experience desired
• Must pass a background clearance
• Must obtain an Arizona IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 261 Days; 12 Months

COMPENSATION: Per QCUSD salary schedule for applicable position

BENEFITS: As per QCUSD District policy

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

HOURS: 40 hours per week and may require longer hours - Monday-Friday

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

• To develop regulations, procedures and plans which reflect Board policy and provide maximum efficiency to support the educational program.
• To organize and administer an educational program that provides the greatest learning opportunities to the greatest number of students.
• To develop and maintain programs of curriculum and instruction which ensure the best possible learning environment and instructional outcomes.
• To maintain an orderly climate that develops self-discipline in each student in the school.
• To maintain a learning environment that encourages appreciation of cultural and ethnic diversity.
• To effectively utilize and maintain plant facilities in order to provide an appropriate learning environment and reasonable health and safety considerations for students and staff.
• To develop a strong sense of community through effective communication and participation in order to foster positive human relations and high morale.
• To maintain a personnel program in conjunction with the Human Resources Department and district personnel policies of recruitment, selection, utilization, development, and self-renewal which engenders curriculum, innovation, creativity and involvement.
• To recognize the exceptional efforts of the staff and student body.
• To initiate and support an organization of parents to support all school programs.

• Be directly responsible to the superintendent for his/her actions.
• Serve on and chair committees at the discretion of the Superintendent.
• Attend official district functions as the Superintendent may direct.
• Keep the district offices informed of all events/activities of an unusual nature as well as the routine matters related to the Superintendent's accountability for school affairs.
• Respond to all correspondence in a timely manner and prepare and disseminate reports required by the Superintendent.
• Perform in other areas of responsibility as assigned by the Superintendent.

• Promote positive action toward the realization of school goals through efficient procedures, extracurricular programs and establishment of staff, student and community committees.
• Develop a sense of community and demonstrate concern for students and staff as a member of the school team.
• Interpret, implement and enforce board policy and administrative regulations relating to the school.
• Supervise in compliance with District policies all staff for which he/she has responsibility.
• Effectively communicate to staff to keep them informed of policy changes, new programs, areas for improvement and recognition of exceptional performance.

Participate with Human Resources in conjunction with district personnel policies in the placement of the best instructional faculty, including but not limited to:

• Participation in recruitment efforts.
• Recommendation of retention of current faculty and staff…