School Principal PreK-8th

Washington County TN School District

Posted on : 05-07-2025

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Sulphur Springs, TX - USA

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Posted on : 05-07-2025

Job Description

Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted:
6/27/2025

Location:
Sulphur Springs Elementary School

Date Available:
07/11/2025

Closing Date:
07/21/2025

JOB DESRICPTION: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL (PreK-8^th Grades)

Washington County Schools
405 W. College Street
Jonesborough Tennessee 37659

We are seeking a dynamic visionary and proven leader to join our educational community as the principal of Sulphur Springs Elementary Schoolserving a student population of approximately 370 students in grades PreK-8^th. The Principal will serve through a collaborative environment to shape the academic social and cultural landscape of our school. Requiring an unwavering focus on student success innovation and fostering a supportive learning environment the ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills a passion for a high quality education for all and a commitment to excellence of all stakeholders in the Daniel Boone High School community. If you are ready to inspire the next generation of leaders we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to lead Sulphur Springs Elementary School to new heights of achievement growth and success.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-Time 240 Day (12 months) annual contract senior administrative position

REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications responsibilities and relevant experience based on the approved high school principal salary schedule. Annual salary includes base salary plus additional variable compensation based on level of education and student enrollment.

BENEFITS: A competitive employee benefits package is provided by the Washington County Board of Education

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Annual based on performance of assigned duties and established performance objectives

FLSA Status: Exempt

PURPOSE:
The purpose of this essential school leadership position is to provide effective instructional leadership and school operations. Major responsibilities include instructional leadership capacity building staff management organizational management student-centered decision-making facility maintenance and management efficient fiscal management and developing effective community relations.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License:

Valid Tennessee Teaching License required; AND
Valid Tennessee Instructional Leadership License (ILL) required

Education

Minimum of masters degree from an accredited college or university preferably in Instructional Leadership (or equivalent).

Experience

Successful teaching experience at the high school level preferably in one or moresubject areas and grade levels.
Successful administrative experience required with experience asa high school principalpreferred.

Competencies for this position include but are not limited to:
Instructional Leadership and College/Career Readiness

Leads the staff as a collaborative cohesive team with a focus on a purposeful student-focused learning community.
Provides leadership in developing coordinating implementing and evaluating school curriculum programs and operations.

Demonstrates a commitment to the belief in academic achievement and social development of all children.
Serves as the instructional leader for his/her school.
Uses multiple measures and data analysis to assess teaching and learning effectiveness.
Guides all stakeholders in setting and accomplishing ambitious goals that result in improved student achievement academic growth and the development of a well-rounded graduate.
Creates and maintains a collaborative school climate that is conducive to the professional learning process and the academic achievement and growth of all students.
Involves others in the development and execution of a schools continuous improvement plan consistent with the goals of the school aligned with the goals of the school system and the expectations of the community.
Demonstrates a clear and actionable vision of college and career readiness expectations.

Human Capital Management/Resources

Performs the process of teacher and staff evaluations with fidelity and provides accurate timely and actionable feedback that leads to improved student achievement.
Delegates duties and establishes clear expectations for all faculty staff and students while maintaining ownership of the responsibility for the decisions made and the actions taken.
Demonstrates sensitivity to staff members needs.
Supports and recognizes the professional growth of staff members.
Supervises evaluates supports and provides quality feedback for teachers support staff and students.

Student Services/Relationships

Builds an environment conducive to engaging challenging and creative learning clean safe respectful purposeful challenging and positive.
Establishes and maintains a fair and consistent Code of Student Conduct as the basis of judgments in disputes confrontations and/or disciplinary cases.
Communicates school policies relating to student behavior to students and parents.
Maintains fair and consistent discipline in accordance with local state and federal guidelines.
Provides supervision for the after-school program and other special activities as necessary.
Notifies and collaborates with parents in a timely manner to resolve student/student and student/faculty issues.

Community/Stakeholder Relationships

Maintains a positive working relationship with parents and other stakeholders.
Demonstrates a commitment to the district school students and staff.
Provides a program of recognition for students faculty staff and community partners.
Knows the community and provides clear and effective oral and written communication.
Is accessible to school and community members.

General Leadership/Management Skills

Takes ownership of the efficient effective and sound management of the schools fiscal and material resources according to the Tennessee Internal Uniform Accounting Policy Manual.

Oversees and administers all aspects of the high school budget.
Understands and consistently applies administrative procedures school board policies and school law.
Reviews revises and implements the school crisis management plan.
Demonstrates proficiency in allocating available resources (time personnel materials and support) to best support student achievement and the development of the whole child.
Accepts and completes special projects engages in professional learning and completes other duties as assigned by the Superintendent/Director of Schools.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers printer copy and fax machines and telephone.

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles and behavioral management methods.
Knowledge of High School curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of best practices in administration program evaluation and staff supervision.
Knowledge of data information systems data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to develop and implement projects.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

To be considered as a potential candidate for consideration of the Sulphur Springs Elementary School principal position send your current resume letter of interest and contact information with at least three professional references to the Superintendent:.
Jerry S. Boyd
Superintendent
email:

Individuals notified as being selected to proceed to the formal interview process will be required to submit an online application that includes uploading a current resume and three (3) professional references using this link
Washington County Schools governed by the Washington County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Department / Functional Area

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