Elementary School Principal, Ocean View Elementary

Full-Time and Permanent; 7.5 Hours / Day; 252 Days / Year; 12 Months / Year

DEFINITION

Administers the instructional, support and operational functions of an elementary school; manages the staff, program and physical resources;

performs related division wide administrative duties as required or assigned.

SUPERVISION

Duties are performed under the direction of an Executive Director of Schools. Work is reviewed in terms of compatibility with program goals and plans in assigned areas of responsibility.

Direct supervision is exercised over professional, technical, and support staff assigned to the school to which assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the highest level of administration and supervision at an elementary school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (Performs a variety of duties itemized below.)

Supervises the school’s education program.

Assumes responsibility for the implementation and observance of all board policies and regulations by the school’s staff and students.

Supervises all professional, paraprofessional, administrative and nonprofessional personnel assigned to the school.

Assists in the hiring, training, assigning, and evaluating of the school professional staff.

Assumes responsibility for the safety and administration of the school plant.

Assists in the in-service orientation and training of teachers, with special responsibility for staff administrative procedures and instructions.

Supervises the preparation of all school reports for the central office.

Assumes responsibility for attendance, conduct, and health of students.

Assists in the management and preparation of the school budget.

Supervises the maintenance of accurate progress and attendance records for students.

Acts as liaison between the school and the community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encouraging community participation in school life.

Conducts staff meetings as necessary for the proper functioning of the school.

Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Broad knowledge of principles and practices of public elementary school education, as well as of public school administration and organization, and an ability to apply them to the needs of the school.

Comprehensive knowledge of current curriculum and instructional practices and trends, school law, personnel and fiscal management.

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate and administer a comprehensive public elementary school.

Ability to disaggregate and analyze data to ensure continuous school improvement.

Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of both professional and support staff.

Ability to develop effective working relationships with community, staff, the general public, and central office.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree in school administration with experience in elementary or middle school teaching and as an assistant principal, coordinator or director.

LICENSE / CERTIFICATION

Postgraduate Professional License with one or more elementary school subject teaching endorsements; administration and supervision endorsement required.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Work requires normal physical attributes required for walking, standing sitting, operating office equipment, communication equipment, lifting, moving, carrying light equipment, supplies, etc.

HAZARDS

Most of the timework involves only exposure to normal, everyday risks, however, some activities may involve working with students with disabilities that require knowledge of intervention and restraint techniques.

May be required to resolve student conflicts, deal with irate parents, and intervene to prevent trespass or illegal transactions among students.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS

Include activities in schools, in the community, and require one to have or arrange for own transportation.

Work is subject to deadlines and inherent in tailoring and delivering programs to meet the needs of many divergent groups.

Some night and weekend activities.

Work is located in schools, and is subject to normal interruptions.

Some activities involve contact with irate parents and students.