TITLE: 0.5 FTE Elementary PrincipalLOCATION: Amana Elementary (Amana, IA)REPORTS TO: Superintendent/designeeJOB SUMMARY: The Principal is responsible for the direction of all personnel who perform their respective functions within the province of the building. This position will be opening a new elementary school building with the district. The Principal is directly responsible to the Superintendent of Schools/designee and is obligated to keep the Superintendent informed of all matters deemed pertinent and relative to the operation of the school unit. The Principal also performs a staff function serving in an advisory capacity to the Superintendent of Schools for all personnel. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES General Responsibility and Authority Delegated by the Superintendent: Coordinate and Supervise Curriculum, Instruction and AssessmentCurriculum: supervise and implement district curriculumLeads and makes suggestions to staff to implement effective practices to improve instruction. Building schedule--build and supervise a building scheduleWork directly with Curriculum director to implement district curriculumData based decision makingTeachers/Support StaffDevelop the professional capacity of school personnelProvide regular PDCollaborate with AEA staff to provide learning opportunitiesCollaborate with Leadership teams for school improvementSupport PLC process at the building and district levelCollaborate with Building Leadership teams Support and provide Social-Emotional learning Collaborate with Instructional CoachInitiates conversations about diversity and culture and the impact on student learning; corrects intolerant statements and behaviors. Builds capacity of staffManage staff turnover and successionWalk throughs and fidelity checksCommunityCultivate a culture of learningCommunicate regularlyHold regular staff meetingsEvaluationFollow district guidelines for teacher/support staff evaluationGuide and provide feedback for the Individual Professional Development Plans (IPDPs) for teachersSchool Improvement/Shared VisionMeet regularly with Building Leadership team to set goals and evaluate progress PBIS...building wide expectations for for students/staffDevelop, advocate, and enact a shared mission, vision, and core values of high-quality education and academic success and well-being of each student.Act ethically and according to professional norms to promote each student's academic success and well-being.Involves stakeholders in the development or revision of school practices that promote equity and cultural responsiveness.Data based decision makingLead as a liaison for school activities and eventsStudentsCare/SupportSocial-emotional learning and supportAttend 504/IEP meetingsDisciplineStudent discipline system (PBIS)Entry of ODR'sCommunication of Discipline issues with familiesEnforcement of discipline policies and practicesFamilies/CommunityReport testing data to stakeholdersReport discipline data to stakeholdersRegular communication with familiesMeeting with families and stakeholders as neededAttend/participate in School Improvement Committee (SIAC) MeetingsAttend and/or collaborate with Parent Teacher Group (PTG) meetingsCultivate an inclusive, caring, and supportive school communityWork regularly with district Communications DirectorOperations & ManagementOversee/Manage Building BudgetRegular communication with district business managerFacilitiesRoom assignmentsDevelop and maintain safety protocolsRun regular safety drillsOversee cleanliness of buildingRegular communication with building engineer and district Facilities/Grounds DirectorFood ServiceCreate lunch schedulesLunch supervisionWork with building kitchen manager and district food service directorTransportationRoute disciplineSchedule field trip transportationWork regularly with district Transportation DirectorTeachers/Support StaffUse district hiring practices to acquire certified and classified staffApprove TimecardsApprove personal leaveManage scheduleManage hoursTrack/manage absences Other Specific Responsibilities District ResponsibilitiesAttend regular board meetings and present when necessaryDistrict-level PLCISTSIACElementary Principal PLCWeekly Admin MeetingsAttend and/or present district PDSupervise home football games as neededWork regularly with Curriculum Director, Director of Special Services, Director of School, Director of School Support, Grounds/Facilities Director, Communication Director and Superintendent to create a culture of learning and an environment for continuous improvement.Be up to date with all trainingsWorking Knowledge of:Iowa Core Standards504IEPPBISMTSSIowa Teaching StandardsIowa Leadership Standards PLCELLLEAPEquitable PracticesData review Regular AttendanceAdd absences to AESOP prior to taking leaveFulfill contractual obligations Other duties as assigned.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the American Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The Clear Creek Amana School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation or gender identity. Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation for the known disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer.