Principal Durham

Principal Job DescriptionSummary

The Principal is responsible for the management and day-to-day operations of the school. The principal reports to the Superintendent. The principal serves as the schools chief executive and has the authority to carry out his or her responsibilities per the direction policies and regulations established by the Board and the Central Office. The principal is responsible for the schools success in partnership with the Central Office. S/he provides direction for implementing the organizations vision and mission provides leadership for establishing and implementing its annual goals and objectives and enables the School to fulfill its legal fiduciary and moral responsibilities.

Qualifications:

1. Understand the unique nature of charter schools. Charter School Admin experience is a plus.
2. Has strong leadership skills and is willing to give students staff and families clear direct and tough feedback.
3. Capable of understanding how policy shifts fresh ideas or events will be perceived by others.
4. Demonstrates adeptness in stress management while embracing accountability for addressing challenges and rectifying errors.
5. Inspires and motivates students and staff.
6. The Principal is always searching for a solution to the next problem.
7. They strike a balance between confidence in their decisions and the humility to admit theres always room for improvement setting a tone of continuous improvement.

Education and Experience:

• A Masters Degree or higher in Educational Leadership is required.
• Professional Educators License required; Preferred in Educational Leadership
• Five years of successful experience in education leadership is required.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Duties and Responsibilities

The following is a general description of the principals level of work. The responsibilities tasks and duties may differ from those outlined and other duties may be assigned.

1. Educational Leadership

• Implements a high-quality rigorous joyful elementary and middle school program consistent with TMSAs mission and vision.
• Sets ambitious school goals for student achievement and performance and holds staff members accountable for achieving results.
• Oversees all School Improvement Plan efforts.
• Foster a Culture of Innovation: Encourage creativity and innovation among staff and students fostering an environment where new ideas are valued and encouraged.
• Promote Academic Excellence: Set high academic standards and provide support and resources to ensure that all students regardless of background or ability have the opportunity to excel academically.
• Enhance Student Engagement: Implement strategies to increase student engagement and participation in the learning process creating dynamic and interactive classroom environments.
• Support Professional Development: Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for staff to enhance their skills and knowledge ensuring they are equipped to meet the diverse needs of students.

1. Legal Compliance

Assures the filing of all legal and regulatory documents and monitors compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

1. Mission Policy and Planning

• Works with the Central Office to oversee the schools growth to its full capacity with grades K-8
• Develop enrollment objectives and execute programs to achieve them including recruiting and retaining students in numbers sufficient for sound school finances.
• Helps TMSA Leadership determine the schools vision overall direction and short- and long-term goals.
• Oversees the charter renewal and site visit process and development of the schools Annual Report.
• Develops implements and ensures adherence to the schools improvement plan.
• Keeps the TMSA Leadership fully informed on the condition of the school and all the important factors influencing it.
• Attends all Board Meetings.

1. Management and Administration

• Creates and sustains an environment of mutual respect high standards safety and learning support.
• Oversees the schools safety and security plans.
• Ensures code compliance with the state/local municipalities including the health department and fire marshal.
• Develop a communication plan and provide transparent open communication to the staff and the school community.
• Provides general oversight of all school activities manages the day-to-day operation of the school and develops an efficient organization through coordination with the Central Office Board committees staff and volunteers.
• Ensures the AP of Academics has the necessary resources and expertise to lead the schools educational program.
• Recruit all staff members and make hiring and/or firing recommendations to the Central Offices HR department.
• In accordance with policies and regulations contracts are implemented and the salary scale is followed.
• Evaluates and supervises all staff members. Provide coaching when necessary.
• In collaboration with the admin team identify personnel issues and act promptly.
• Reviews the Student and Staff Handbooks in conjunction with the admin team and makes recommendations to the Central Office.

1. Finance

• Acts as Chief Financial Officer for the school and ensures that the school complies with our Finance Policy.
• The Principal reviews the financial statements and data presented to the Board including enrollment income expenditures cash flow budget variances and the schools general financial health.
• Works with the AP of Operations and the Finance Department of the Central Office to develop and implement an annual operating budget based on revenue. Inform the finance department before initiating any variances from the budget.
• Works with the Finance Department of the Central Office to ensure financing to support short- and long-term goals.
• Helps the Central Office design implement and monitor a viable fund-raising plan policies regulations and procedures.
• Acts as our Federal Programs Director. Oversees all grant applications and ensures compliance with implementation.

1. Community Relations

• Encourages the integration of the school within the community by using effective communication and public relations programs.
• Acts as an advocate within the public and private sectors for issues relevant to the school.
• Serves as chief spokesperson for the school assuring proper representation of the school and the Board to the community.

Required Experience:

Staff IC