Switzerland County Elementary School Principal

JOB SUMMARY: Provides instructional leadership to staff including: curriculum planning, review and implementation; and professional development. Responsible for day-to-day building administration and the safety and welfare of students, staff, and activities. Ensures a safe, pleasant and effective educational atmosphere. Provides discipline as necessary and enforces school policy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned)

• Interacts with students in a constructive manner to encourage each individual to perform at their highest level
• Manages a building staff
• Assigns teachers to classrooms
• Assist teachers with assigning students to classes
• Evaluates performance and effectiveness of programs and staff
• Coordinates in-service training for staff
• Maintains relations with parents, parent groups, school volunteers and outside agencies
• Participates (as appropriate) in corporation-wide activities, in-services, and committees
• Implements policy and procedure changes from the Board, State and Federal level at the building level
• Appropriately report to staff and community during/after security situations (conveyed by the Superintendent)
• Prepare school budget
• Work with central office on budgeting/purchasing (Capital Projects)
• Works with Central Office personnel to prioritize the need for educational materials for students and staff with allowable anticipated funds
• Coordinate processes for the effective functioning of the school
• Maintains current educational/administrative License by completing required course work or professional growth points
• As Elementary School administrator, the principal shall carry out directives from the Superintendent and comply with all policies and administrative regulations adopted by the school board
• Shall assist teachers in the recommendations for retaining students
• Makes recommendations for retention and release of teachers for improvement of the school system
• Makes recommendations concerning the hiring of new staff
• Supervises and is responsible for development and implementation of curriculum content
• Shall provide for the most effective utilization of certified and support staff through appropriate assignment to a specific grade, subject, or position
• Shall promote an environment of harmony and cooperativeness whereby staff members can effectively work and obtain personal satisfaction in their jobs
• Responsible for management of the internal office staff and office operation
• Shall develop an effective rapport with the student body while maintaining pupil

order and discipline

• Shall be responsible for development and supervision of system for

assisting students with personal problems

• Where matters are of direct relationship to students, the principal shall

encourage student involvement in school organizations

• Shall work actively with parent-teacher organizations and other community groups dedicated to educational system improvement.
• Represents the school and/or district in a professional manner
• Maintains appropriate appearance
• Ensures own regular and prompt attendance
• Shall effectively complete regular and other job performance criteria as assigned
• Promotes good public relations for the school district and community
• Works with and helps bus drivers discipline and monitor students
• Works as a school safety specialist (which reports to the superintendent)
• Shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout employment in the Corporation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages employees in the elementary school. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the elementary school.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the corporations policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include: interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Masters Degree, minimum of five years teaching experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Teaching Certificate/ Valid Indiana Administrator License with an elementary school endorsement / Corporation School Safety Specialist

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from peers, staff, parents, and the general public.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in a specific field.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all corporation requirements and Board policies.