Missouri Reap Saint James , NY 11780
Posted 2 months ago
Job Description:
ST. JAMES R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT
CERTIFICATED POSITION DESCRIPTION
To apply please visit the district's website www.stjschools.org
Title: High School Principal
Qualifications:
Valid Missouri certificate in secondary school administration issued by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
A minimum of two years of teaching experience
Prior principalship experience preferred
Effective communication, team-building, and organizational skills
Provide effective instructional leadership
Reports To: Assistant Superintendent
Supervises: Assistant principal, teachers, athletic director, and office staff
Job Goal:
The high school principal is responsible for providing effective instructional leadership and is accountable for the overall operation of the high school. Major responsibilities include the educational program, professional and classified staff, student development, facility maintenance and management, fiscal management of activities, and developing effective community relations.
Performance Objectives:
Leads in the development, implementation, and communication of educational goals
Provides strong and positive educational leadership in organizing, developing, and administering the instructional program of the high school
Utilizes state data to identify areas of strength and weakness; communicates this information to staff for curriculum goal setting
Provides leadership in developing the necessary climate for change and growth within the school
Supervises teaching staff and programs in accordance with building and district philosophy
Makes recommendations for hiring, assigning, and evaluating all personnel within the high school building
Provides for effective and efficient day-to-day operation of school facilities that are conducive to a positive learning environment
Demonstrates effective organizational skills and completes duties promptly and accurately
Establishes and maintains effective discipline in the school and promotes a positive school climate
Demonstrates knowledge of finance and budget within the specific area(s) of authority and discharges the responsibility for making expenditures in accordance with the operational philosophy of the Board of Education
Assure building goals are congruent with the District Strategic Plan and Board policy
Comply with federal, state, local, and Board of Education policies and regulations
Perform other duties as assigned by the superintendent of schools.
Terms of Employment:
The superintendent makes employment recommendations in February of each year for the next fiscal year. The elementary principal shall be employed on a 261 day basis. Employment will be secured through a written contract, which will state the terms of the appointment, compensation, benefits and other conditions of employment. The elementary principal's contract shall be reviewed annually and may be extended at the discretion of the Board, not to exceed two (2) years.
Evaluation:
Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of MSBA Board of Education Policy on Evaluation of Principals (CFB)
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