K-8 Principal
K-8 Principal
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Job Description
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Serves as administrative head of the district in the absence of the superintendent.
Supervises employees in the school when the superintendent is absent from the building.
Chief administrator of the building to which assigned.
Develops and administers a quality educational program within the guidelines and standards developed by the Board of Trustees and the Office of Public Instruction.
Oversees inputting and keeping all student records current on AIMs (the state student information system) and PowerSchool (student management software).
Completes building level reporting of ADC (Annual Data Collection) 5Year Comprehensive Education Plan ESEA information Technology Plan and all other state required reports
Oversees building level professional development activities and documents attendance.
Monitors classroom instruction and evaluates performance of teachers and professional staff.
Assists with supervising overseeing and evaluating performance of certified and classified employees to maintain quality support services in assigned building.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Board policies and rules regulations and directives.
Develops and maintains good working relations with community leaders organizations and other schools.
Holds frequent meetings and conferences with teachers students and parents to deal with educational and discipline problems.
Acts as liaison between parents and professional staff in operating programs for students with learning disabilities physical or psychological limitations and other special needs.
Maintains a visible presence in the building to enforce safety and security standards for students and faculty.
Facilitates a safe and nurturing environment that encourages students to attend school.
Works with superintendent and staff as needed to prepare yearly budget requests and monitors spending to conform to budget restrictions.
Collaborates with Superintendent in supervising the allocation of equipment educational materials and supplies in conformance with approved expenditures.
Attends and participates in all board meetings.
Supervises preparation of attendance reports test results and other reports as required by the Office of Public Instruction and other agencies.
Responsible for control and discipline of students.
Assist in ensuring compliance with local state and federal guidelines in Special Education.
Monitors Special Education staff caseload and student progress.
Assists in recruitment selection and recommendation for all personnel in assigned building.
Attends I.E.P. meetings for students in designated building.
Assists scheduling special events during the school day.
Assists the Activities Director with monitoring of extracurricular activities.
Administers building level Crisis Plan and crisis planning.
Collaborates with Transportation Director in scheduling transportation for activity trip buses.
Other duties as may be assigned by the superintendent.
Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Class 3 Montana teacher certificate with principals endorsement.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff parents and the general public.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
Excellent organizational skills to provide effective administration.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students staff and the community.
Ability to handle stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of employment and student matters.
Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities.
Demonstrated leadership ability and general knowledge of issues and problems in all aspects of the high school.
EQUIPMENT USED:
Computer calculator copier fax telephone/voice mail.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works inside. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The employee frequently will work irregular or extended hours while performing the duties of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments.
MENTAL/MOTOR DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are infrequently available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral and written communications.
The physical demands workenvironment characteristics and mental/motor demands described within this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employment Type
Full-Time
