Elementary Principal Pool Pleasant Hill
Elementary Principal Pool Pleasant Hill
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Job Description
Des Moines Public Schools is looking for and accepting applications from dynamic leaders for our vacant Principal position atPleasant Hill Elementaryfor the 2526 school year.
The salary range shared below represents the minimum to the midpoint of the salary range. Candidates offered employment will be compensated based on skills work experience and education. This position will also qualify for a 14 Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) in addition to the base salary.
Des Moines Public Schools offers single and family health benefits at not cost to all of our employees and up to $6000 towards relocation costs.
TITLE:Principal PK 5th Grade
DEPARTMENT:Teaching and Learning
REPORTS TO:Director of Schools
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Executive Director of Student and Family Services
EVALUATES:Building based personnel
POSITION INVENTORY:Elementary/Preschool D71
POSITION TYPE: ADMN
FLSA STATUS:Exempt
FT/PT:Full Time/ 260 day contract 8 hour day
BASIC FUNCTION:
The principal is responsible for the implementation of the districts education and special programs through the supervision support and evaluation of teachers and other schoolbased personnel. Guided by the principles of the Iowa Standards for School Leaders (ISSL) and the districts vision mission and goals the principal will provide instructional leadership support to teachers and schoolbased personnel. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of students personnel and community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Establish and promote high standards and expectations of all students and staff for academic performance facilitating the development articulation implementation and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by the community.
2. Foster a culture and climate that supports both student and staff success and promotes respect and appreciation for cultural diversity.
3. Manage personnel including hiring and retaining high quality school staff.
4. Lead plan and support professional development of teachers focused on high quality evidencebased curriculum and instruction.
5. Analyze school district and state assessment results to determine school progress towards meeting School Improvement Plan goals and to develop next steps to improve student achievement.
6. Coach and support school leaders and teachers in the following areas:
School culture with a focus on learning continuous improvement innovation and collaborative practice.
Systems to monitor and evaluate teacher performance to improve instruction.
Datadriven instructional practices to analyze and improve student learning.
Researchbased instructional framework to observe teacher practice provide feedback and plan individual and collective professional development to meet identified needs.
Use of financial resources time facilities technology and partnerships innovatively and equitably to accomplish the goal of powerful teaching and learning for all students.
Development of instructional leadership capacity among principals and leadership teams.
Progress monitoring School Improvement Plans and performance targets.
7. Resolve problems/issues with principals parents and staff.
8. Implement district policies procedures and/or processes to manage and support staff with their assigned responsibilities.
9. Regularly participate in central office collaboration to ensure focus on support of principals as the key driver of student achievement.
10. Represent Des Moines Public Schools effectively in the community state and nation.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):
- Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public students and other employees.
- Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Iowa Administrative certification with Evaluator Approval or willingness to obtain.
- Masters degree in educational leadership.
- Experience as a school leader.
Desired:
- Specialist or Doctorate in Education.
- Experience in school administration.
- Experience as a classroom teacher.
Skills Knowledge and Abilities:
- Knowledge in current educational research relative to curriculum and standardsbased instruction.
- Knowledge and experience in leading adaptive change.
- Knowledge of educational programs (preschool through adult).
- Knowledge of building the capacity of school leaders for the purpose of improving program quality and effectiveness.
- Strong communication skills both spoken and written.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a culturally diverse learning environment.
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
FREQUENCY:
Standing
Frequent 33 66
Walking
Frequent 33 66
Sitting
Occasional 1 32
Bending/Stooping
Occasional 1 32
Reaching/Pushing/Pulling
Occasional 1 32
Climbing/Stairs
Frequent 33 66
Driving
Occasional 1 32
Lifting 20 lbs.
Frequent 33 66
Carrying 25 feet)
Occasional 1 32
Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone
Frequent 33 66
Computer
Frequent 33 66
Other
Occasional 1 32
Working Conditions
Inside
Constant 67
Outside
Occasional 1 32
Extremes of Temperature/Humidity
Occasional 1 32
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform anyother jobrelated instructions as requested by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Approved By:Emily Behrens
Date: 12/11/2023
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
