High School Principal

AREA(S): CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION POSITION SUMMARY:

To provide the visionary leadership necessary to design, develop, and implement a comprehensive program of instructional and support services which optimize available resources and to provide successful high quality experiences for students in a safe and orderly environment. The employee in this position supervises all Administrative, Instructional, and Non-Instructional Personnel assigned to the school and reports to the assigned administrator.

Working Conditions

• Indoors/Outdoors The worker is subject to both environmental conditions.
• Activities occur inside and outside.
  
  

Position Qualifications

• Education – Master’s Degree from an accredited educational institution.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years successful educational experience, including teaching and at least two (2) years as an assistant principal.
  
  

Computer Skills

• Basic understanding and knowledge of use of current technology, as required for the position.
  
  

Certificates And/or Licenses

• Hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate in the area of educational leadership, education administration, or administration and supervision.
• Must successfully complete Level II Principal Certification Program by the end of the first year of Principalship.
  
  

Salary Schedule

• Secondary or Elementary Principal Performance
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Some positions typically require certain knowledge, skills, aptitude, training, and previous experience. Example:
• Ability to prepare and manage the school’s budget and allocated resources.
• Ability to read, interpret and enforce the State Board Rules, Code of Ethics, School Board policies, and other state and federal laws.
• Ability to effectively interview, select, coach, and evaluate personnel.
• Ability to effectively use personnel management and supervisory techniques. Ability to enforce collective bargaining agreements.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to use public speaking skills, interaction skills, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and use data. Knowledge of current educational trends and research.
• Ability to maintain a sensitivity to multicultural issues.
• Ability to manage the student curriculum, instruction, and assessment system.
• Knowledge and understanding of the unique needs and characteristics of students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of rules, regulations, statutes, policies, special programs and procedures affecting students with disabilities.
  
  

Performance Responsibilities

Instructional Program Management / Development:

• Manage and administer the instructional program so as to ensure all students the opportunity to learn.
• Provide leadership and direction for the implementation and evaluation of curriculum and instruction at the assigned school consistent with the District’s goals and priorities.
• Use current research, performance data, and feedback from students, teachers, parents, and community to make decisions related to improvement of instruction and student performance.
• Oversee the administration of the testing program for the school.
• Oversee the selection and acquisition of instructional materials and equipment.
• Facilitate, coordinate, and monitor the implementation of Exceptional Student Education programs and services.
• Direct the development of the master schedule and assign teachers according to identified needs.
• Facilitate articulation of curriculum within the school as well as between the school and its feeder system.
  
  

Personnel Action Services

• Interview and select qualified personnel to be recommended for appointment.
• Supervise assigned personnel, conduct performance appraisals, and make recommendations for appropriate employment actions.
• Implement and administer negotiated employee contracts at the school site.
• Facilitate the development and implementation of an effective professional learning program.
• Make difficult personnel decisions when necessary including dealing with ineffective teacher or staff performance.
  
  

School Operations / Delivery Systems

• Supervise the operation, activities, and functions at the school site.
• Manage and supervise the school’s financial resources including the preparation and disbursement of the school’s budget and internal accounts.
• Establish and manage student accounting and attendance procedures at the assigned school.
• Supervise and monitor the accurate and timely completion of data collection and reporting requirements.
• Write and disseminate newsletters, memos, letters, press releases, agendas, and other materials.
• Coordinate school maintenance, plant safety and facility needs and monitor progress toward meeting those needs.
• Monitor the custodial program at the school to ensure a clean, healthy, and safe learning environment.
• Supervise transportation services at the assigned school.
• Coordinate the supervision of all extracurricular programs at the assigned school.
• Conduct staff meetings to discuss policy changes, instructional programs, potential problems and resolution of existing problems.
• Direct the establishment of adequate property inventory records and ensure the security of school property.
• Develop positive school/community relations and act as liaison between the school and community.
• Access, analyze, interpret and use data in decision-making.
• Establish procedures for an accreditation program and monitor accreditation standards at the assigned school.
  
  

Student Support Services

• Facilitate a program of family and community involvement.
• Supervise the guidance program to ensure individual student educational and developmental needs are addressed.
• Work with parents to resolve complaints or concerns.
• Serve as final arbitrator for serious discipline problems.
• Develop and maintain positive school / community relations and act as liaison between the two.
• Direct and develop the recruitment of Business Partners to benefit the school and community.
• Supervise transportation services at the assigned school.
• Coordinate the school food service program at the assigned school including the free and reduced food service requirements.
• Manage and supervise the schools’ athletic and student activity programs including the selection of club sponsors and coaches.
• Approve all school-sponsored activities and maintain a calendar of all school events.
• Attend school-related activities and events.
• Interact with government and service agencies relative to student welfare.
  
  

Personal / Professional Employee Qualities

• Implement School Board policy, state statutes, and federal regulations as they pertain to the assigned school.
• Model and maintain high standards of professional conduct.
• Set high standards and expectations for self, others, and school.
• Use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to guide individuals and groups to task accomplishment.
• Use effective communication techniques with students, teachers, parents, and stakeholders.
• Model effective listening and positive interaction skills.
• Participate in District management meetings and other activities to enhance professional development.
• Communicate, through proper channels, to keep the Superintendent informed of impending problems or events of an unusual nature.
  
  

Leadership

• Provide leadership and direction for all aspects of the school’s operation.
• Exercise proactive leadership in promoting the vision and mission of the District.
• Establish and actively pursue a vision and mission for the school in collaboration with staff, parents, students, and other stakeholders.
• Promote / market the school and its priorities to the community.
• Facilitate and coordinate the development of the School’s Improvement Plan.
• Initiate programs and organize resources to carry out the School Improvement Plan.
• Provide recognition and celebration for student, staff, and school accomplishments.
• Access District and community resources to meet school needs.
• Maintain visibility and accessibility on the school campus and at schoolrelated activities and events.
• Establish guidelines for proper student conduct and implement disciplinary procedures and policies that ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Anticipate difficult situations and develop plans to handle them.
• Establish procedures used in the event of school crisis and / or civil disobedience and provide leadership in the event of such incidents.
• Act quickly to stop possible breaches of safety, ineffective procedures, or interference with operations.
• Deal with problems associated with change.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
• Demonstrate readiness and confidence to make or share decisions in a timely fashion.
• Direct the activities of the school resource officer.
• Other duties as assigned.