Elementary Principal

Marion, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Administration

Job Summary

SUMMARY
The Elementary Principal serves as the instructional and organizational leader of the school
ensuring that all practices align with the Arkansas LEADS Standards. The principal establishes and
advances a shared vision for high levels of learning develops educator capacity fosters a
positive and inclusive culture and manages systems that promote continuous improvement in student
achievement. The principal collaborates with faculty staff students families and the community
to ensure every child experiences rigorous relevant and engaging learning opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Vision Mission and Strategic Leadership (LEADS Standard 1)

Develop and communicate a clear shared vision focused on equitable access and high academic
achievement for all students.
Lead collaborative development and implementation of school improvement goals aligned to
district priorities and the Arkansas LEARNS accountability framework.
Monitor progress toward goals using multiple data sources and adjust strategies to ensure
continuous improvement.

2. Teaching and Learning (LEADS Standard 2)
Serve as the primary instructional leader by promoting high-quality curriculum instruction and
assessment practices aligned to Arkansas Academic Standards.

Implement the Arkansas Teacher Excellence and Support System (TESS) with fidelity including
classroom observations feedback and professional growth planning.
Ensure effective use of evidence-based instructional strategies intervention systems and
enrichment opportunities to meet diverse learner needs.
Promote the continuous use of formative and summative data to guide instructional decisions and
student supports.

3. Human Capital and Professional Capacity (LEADS Standard 3)
Recruit develop support and retain highly effective teachers and staff.
Provide ongoing coaching feedback and professional learning aligned to individual and
schoolwide needs.
Evaluate staff performance using state and district protocols and support improvement through
clear actionable plans.
Build leadership capacity through distributive leadership mentoring and collaborative
structures such as PLCs.

4. School Culture and Climate (LEADS Standard 4)
Establish a safe orderly and inclusive environment that promotes respect responsibility and
student engagement.
Implement effective systems for student behavior attendance and social-emotional support.
Model ethical behavior professionalism and cultural responsiveness in all interactions.
Promote student voice leadership and a sense ofbelonging for all learners.

5. Organizational Management (LEADS Standard 5)
Oversee daily school operations including budgeting scheduling personnel management
facilities transportation coordination and emergency procedures.
Develop the master schedule to maximize instructional time and ensure coherent learning
progressions.
Ensure compliance with all federal and state laws Arkansas Department of Education rules Board
policies and District procedures.
Manage resources strategically to support instructional priorities and student needs.

6. Family and Community Engagement (LEADS Standard 6)
Build strong partnerships 1vith families and community stakeholders to support student
learning and well-being.

Communicate regularly and transparently regarding student progress school initiatives and
opporhmities for involvement.

Collaborate with community agencies and organizations to expand supports and resources for
students and families.

7. Additional Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE/ QUALIFICATIONS
Masters degree in Educational Leadership or related field.
Minimum of three (3) years successful experience as a classroom teacher and/or instructional
leader.
Proven ability to move a school from underperforming to high performing through strong
instructional leadership effective systems of intervention staff development and a positive
results-oriented school culture.
Valid Arkansas Building-Level Administrator License or eligibility to obtain licensure.
Demonstrated knowledge of Arkansas LEADS Standards TESS PLC processes RTI and
data-driven decision making.