Principal - Elementary (2026-27)
11 days ago
Savannah
Job Description Instructional Leadership • Facilitate the development of programs and monitor the implementation of curriculum that meets the needs of all students., • Analyze and utilize all summative, formative, and common summative data for the improvement of curriculum for instruction and student achievement., • Maintain a school-wide climate and organization for learning (high expectations, cooperation, support, positive attitudes, etc.)., • Facilitate the development of curriculum/instructional programs based on research findings and needs assessment results., • Identify and communicate effective teaching strategies, classroom management strategies, and strategies for altering inappropriate pupil behaviors., • Incorporate the effective use of technology into the management and instructional processes., • Provide on-going technical assistance to teachers and staff., • Work with special education teachers in the implementation of IEPs for the identified students in order to appropriately modify instruction, services and expectations., • Work with the staff to provide appropriate RTIs for identified students with special needs., • Oversee PLCs - monitor weekly logs, notes, and planned activities. Program Planning • Identify and communicate instructional planning strategies., • Determine priorities based on assessed needs, financial capabilities, expertise, time-lines, and resources., • Develop and implement the School Improvement Plan encompassing goals, objectives, activities, time-lines, and resources., • Develop a school plan for professional development., • Supervise the re-evaluation and the adjustment of curriculum/instructional programs as needed., • Supervise the guidance program to enhance student education and development., • Utilize staff in curriculum and instructional improvement., • Organize for maximum time for academic achievement., • Plan, organize, and direct implementation of all school activities., • Develop schedules for classroom observations, conferences and follow-up activities., • Coordinate the athletic program (when applicable); maintain the program in conjunction with all TSSAA rules and regulations. School Management • Utilize effective interview and selection process before recommending the candidate which best fits the opening., • Assign personnel to positions, which ensure optimum performance and equitable distribution of assignments., • Evaluate the performance of personnel to ultimately enhance student achievement., • Plan and conduct staff development activities to improve competencies of school personnel., • Utilize strategies which lead to a higher level of motivation., • Organize and supervise support service personnel for optimum performance., • Facilitate positive attitudes of faculty and staff., • Conduct classified and certified staff meetings to keep members informed of the policy changes, new programs, and related concerns., • Recognize and reward, when possible, faculty, staff, and students for quality work., • Establish a guide for proper student conduct and maintaining student discipline according to established board policies., • Provide due process procedures required for the appropriate management of school employees and students., • Prepare and supervise the preparation of reports, records, lists, and all other paperwork required or appropriate to the schools administration, attendance, and reporting student progress., • Plan and supervise fire drills, earthquake drills, lockdown drills and emergency preparedness programs., • Coordinate planning and work of the administrative staff., • Delegate responsibility for certain tasks to administrative staff, counselors, and others when appropriate., • Coordinate curriculum development activities of the school in cooperation with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Community Relations • Involve parents in the activities of the school., • Assess community expectations and perceptions of school performance., • Communicate with citizenry by a variety of means (i.e., media, newsletters, and meetings)., • Utilize community resources to support programs and services including parent volunteers., • Conduct regular advisory committee meetings., • Accommodate appropriate request to use school facilities., • Establish and maintain favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs., • Work with other schools and organizations in a professional manner. Business Management • Maintain fiscal accountability system., • Develop and monitor financial plan (budget) based on programs/service priorities and financial capabilities., • Organize and involve teaching staff in monitoring and developing a financial plan for instructional needs., • Work closely with the Facility Manager and/or Supervisor of Maintenance; inspecting the building and grounds, seeking assistance when needed., • Utilize a system for purchasing and inventory control (i.e. textbooks.), • Manage financial resources in a most cost-effective manner., • Apply local and state school board regulations and identified best practices to business management decisions. Interpersonal Relationships • Demonstrate effective written communication skills with all publics., • Demonstrate effective oral communication skills with all publics., • Manage change and new programs by utilizing effective change and pacing strategies., • Solve problems utilizing a variety of techniques., • Make decisions from a base of relative information., • Utilize a process for involving personnel in decision-making activities, including faculty meetings, grade or department meetings, etc., • Facilitate discussions and decision making sessions efficiently and productivity., • Plan and facilitate meetings for optimum use of time and resources., • Manage conflict situations in an effective manner., • Listen carefully to all stakeholders., • Keep the Director of Schools informed of the school activities and problems. Professional Development • Attend workshops, institutes, courses, and conferences relevant to continuing professional development, and management of the school programs., • Demonstrate knowledge of current professional literature and materials including the effective school research., • Demonstrate effective time management practices., • React to stress situations in a reasonably calm and positive manner., • Meet timelines and deadlines as requested., • Conduct self and the management of the administrative office in an organized and business-like manner., • Exhibit dependability in carrying out assigned responsibilities., • Accept constructive criticism., • Exhibit assertiveness as appropriate in dealing with administrative responsibilities., • Participate in the system's administrative meetings in a positive, helpful and resourceful way., • Perform professional responsibilities and duties as outlined in the job description including regular attendance and punctuality., • Assume responsibility for school-related activities that extend beyond the school day., • Work with Central Office staff and other support personnel on school programs and goals related to instruction, transportation, professional staff development, and special services., • Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the Director of Schools., • Adheres to professional Codes of Ethics.