Elementary Principal

Position: ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL
STOW-MUNROE FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

PRINCIPAL FILE 109

Reports to:

Superintendent

Job Objective:
Serves as the school's head administrator and instructional leader.

Minimum
· Holds and maintains required state department of education credentials.

Qualifications:

Demonstrates the ability to advance district goals and objectives through

program improvements based on evaluated data and research-based best

practices.

* Analyzes, organizes and presents complex information in an easy-to-understand format.

* Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.

* Effective supervisory, communication, problem-solving and time management skills.

* Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.

* Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

* Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) training may be required for some assignments.

* OTES Certified

Essential
1. Professionally manages school programs. Actively supervises Functions: building staff. Establishes appropriate levels of employee

autonomy and accountability.

* Directs the development, delivery and advancement of educational programs consistent with the district mission and legal requirements. Helps implement a shared vision of learning that supports continuous measurable improvements in student achievement.

* Efficiently manages concurrent responsibilities. Prioritizes assigned tasks. Develops effective solutions for work-related problems. Completes tasks within required time-frames.

* Serves as an adviser to the superintendent and active member of the administrative team.

* Facilitates building compliance with all pertinent local, state and federal laws.

* Oversees the collection of accurate program data and the timely processing of paperwork.

* Recruits highly-qualified building staff. Oversees orientation programs for building staff.

* Assumes responsibility for the results of delegated duties. Evaluates/documents staff performance.

* Develops a master schedule (e.g., staffing, courses, support services, student activities, etc.).

* Manages the revision/distribution of student-parent and teacher handbooks.

* Facilitates collaborative planning of building (staff) meetings. Directs special projects committees.

* Implements the board-approved budget as assigned.

Requisition s materials/services. Monitors vendor pricing to control costs. Manages the judicious use of program resources.

* Upholds fiscal accountability standards. Prepares revenue/expense projections as requested.

* Plans for equipment replacement using district performance goals and applicable safety standards.

* Works with the superintendent and treasurer to align budget proposals with district goals.

* Oversees enrollment/withdrawal procedures and the management of student files.

* Works with staff to develop high quality standards-based curriculum guides and courses of study.

* Administers state-mandated testing programs. Maintains test security. Analyzes test results.

* Collaboratively resolves problems that impede student learning. Helps staff identify teaching techniques, interventions and aligned resources best suited for each student.

* Advocates for students. Facilitates full access to inclusive educational opportunities.

* Assists staff with pupil management issues. Participates in student planning meetings as needed.

* Provides administrative direction to ensure orderly building activities (e.g., arrivals/departures, vehicle parking, use of interior/exterior common areas, etc.).

* Evaluates operational performance. Identifies short/long-range program needs and opportunities.

* Creates a culture of inclusiveness where all staff and students feel welcomed, safe, and valued.

* Exemplifies professionalism. Fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.

* Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

* Cultivates community relationships that promote strong public support for the district.

* Enforces drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.

* Functions as part of a…