Administrator: Principal

TITLE: Principal FTE: 1.0

FLSA STATUS: Exempt HOURS PER DAY: 8

WORK CALENDAR: 261 days

COMPENSATION: Administrative Compensation Guide (starting range $119,497)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Observes, supervises, and evaluates the performance of teachers, administrators and

classified staff.

2. Develops and mentors all staff to ensure optimal leadership growth and capacity.

3. Develops and recommends teaching strategies and programs for the improvement of

instruction.

4. Provides site leadership in the areas of curriculum and instruction.

5. Assists and supports teachers in developing and maintaining student discipline and

appropriate classroom management; assists and supports teachers and other staff members in

matters of student attendance and guidance.

6. Assists with professional development and the development of strategies and programs

involving technology, innovations, content standards, and methodology for the improvement of

instruction and student learning.

7. Conducts faculty meetings.

8. Ensures the timely development of the master schedule of class offerings, staffing and

room assignments.

9. Maintains and continuously evaluates current curricular offerings; develops and recommends

curricular innovations; consults, coordinates, and articulates curricular offerings with other

Principals and local post-secondary schools.

10. Stays abreast of modern trends in education through study, observation, school visitations,

and attendance at educational conferences.

11. Supports, continuously evaluates, and insures the adequate supervision of all phases of extra

and co-curricular programs.

12. Maintains close relationships with parents and community; emphasizes positive public

relations; organizes, attends, and/or insures the appropriate planning and supervision of a variety

of public functions at the high school campuses.

13. Oversight for the organization and supervision of all school activities, including evening events.

14. Oversight for school safety and responsible for the development and implementation of a site

emergency response plan in conjunction with the District plan.

15. Oversight regarding adequate supervision of students in the classroom, in the cafeteria and

restrooms, on the campus, and in the surrounding areas.

16. Responsible for all campus operations.

17. Prepares annual budget requests for expenditures for the departments, support areas, and

Facilities for which the Principal is responsible.

18. Provides leadership to the administrative team regarding daily attendance and disciplinary needs

for students.

19. Informs the Superintendent of all matters concerning the operations of the school which

ultimately may require the Superintendent’s attention.

20. Continuously encourages students, teachers, and classified personnel to perform to the best of

their abilities, in the best interests of students, and to follow best educational practices.

21. Attends Governing Board and other meetings as required.

22. Responsible for the administrative leadership of curricular departments.

23. Ensures that all Advanced ED requirements are maintained.

24. Ensures that all professional staff are certified and highly qualified; ensures that classified staff

have the required credentials for the position in which they will work.

25. Prepares the agenda and attends regularly scheduled meetings of Department Chairpersons.

26. Attends meetings, advises, and approves various requests for assigned departments.

27. Responsible for interviewing and recommending teachers and other personnel to be hired.

28. Works with the District and site testing coordinators to ensure compliance with all testing

requirements for state and District End of Course Assessments, etc., as well as analyzes

appropriate data to make instructional learning decisions in the best interests of students and

community.

29. Coordinates and facilitates site council.

30. Manages complex tasks and delegates appropriately.

31. Supports District expectations for student success and works in cooperation with all District

administrators.

32. Maintains a welcoming atmosphere for staff, parents, students, and community.

33. Maintains confidentiality regarding student, staff, parent and school issues.

34. Performs responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner.

35. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required

Education / Certificate

1. Possess a valid Arizona Secondary Principal Certificate

2. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university

3. Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience

1.Minimum of five years of experience in secondary education, at least three of which shall be in

the classroom; participation in an administrative internship program and/or successful experience

as Assistant Principal desirable.

2. Demonstrated leadership and ability to work effectively with groups and individuals; demonstrated

skills in organizing ideas and presenting them with clarity and conciseness; creative and

imaginative approach to problem-solving; ability to make sound decisions and withstand

pressures.

3. Administrative experience at the secondary level preferred.

4. Strong writing, literacy and communication skills.

5. Exceptional professional role model.

6. Leadership skills supporting the planning and implementation of short and long-range site and

District goals.

7. Have knowledge of and experience in implementing District policies and regulations

Communication Skills

1.Strong writing, literacy, and communication skills; uses effective communication strategies to interact with a variety of audiences

2. Ability to work with internal and external staff, community-based organizations and businesses, parents, and students

3. Have skill in preparing and presenting reports

4. Have demonstrated skills in speaking, listening, writing, customer service, and giving presentations.

Computer Skills

1. Must possess a thorough knowledge in the use of office machines, and personal computers

2. Must possess the ability to use or learn to use student information system software

3. Knowledge of Google Suite

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to lift and carry materials and packages weighing up to 15 pounds

2. Ability to travel throughout school sites as required

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to tolerate and work in a high paced working environment

2. Must be able to multitask

3. Must be able to be flexible with work hours

1-202 – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.