Position Type: Administration/PrincipalDate Posted: 8/26/2024Location: Hunter-Kinard-Tyler ElementaryDate Available: when filledClosing Date: until filledPURPOSE Under limited supervision, provides the leadership and management skills necessary to maximize the efforts of teachers and students in an environment which is conducive to educational enhancement, growth and achievement for students; directs all daily operations of the school campus; supervises and coordinates work of all assigned professional and classified personnel; ensures subordinates' adherence to District policies, regulations and goals. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides leadership and management of the assigned elementary school, including all instructional and administrative programs and activities.
- Supervises all professional and classified staff members; assigns workloads and establishes work schedules; directs and supervises duties of assigned staff. Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; selecting new employees; acting on employee problems; and recommending the discipline and discharge of employees as appropriate.
- Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness, accuracy and adherence to District policies; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; evaluates and counsels all staff members regarding their individual and group performance.
- Authorizes the placement of substitute teachers on an eligibility list, and monitors their work. Assists in planning, organizing and implementing staff development programs.
- Seeks to maintain an atmosphere conducive to good teacher-teacher and teacher-administrator relationships.
- Prepares and administers the school's operating budget; serves as overall custodian of school funds allocated to or collected by the school; approves expenditures and prepares related reports.
- Seeks, secures and administers school-level grants for projects and programs.
- Plans, evaluates and recommends school-wide programs, policies, goals and objectives. Ensures that all Board of Trustees and administrative policies are effectively explained and implemented.
- Ensures school compliance with the requirements of state and regional accreditation standards and regulations.
- Supervises, reviews and evaluates the instructional program; observes classroom environment and makes recommendations for improvement in instruction and class management as appropriate
- Assists in the selection of and supervises the distribution, storage and inventory of all textbooks, instructional materials and supplies for building operation.
- Develops and coordinates a school master schedule that meets students' needs and adheres to District guidelines.
- Supervises the guidance program to enhance individual student education and development.
- Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary, complying with due process and rights of students.
- Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints from teachers, students and parents; maintains effective relationships with students and parents; works to resolve administrative, instructional and behavioral problems.
- Works with authorized personnel and/or contractors in the maintenance, modification and utilization of the building, physical facilities and school grounds; supervises building custodial care.
- Supervises and participates in the preparation and maintenance of all such records and reports as are required by law, Board policies and administrative directives.
- Reviews, approves, helps in planning and exercises ultimate supervision over all school programs, clubs, special services, projects, events and publications; provides leadership and administrative support to volunteers, School Improvement Council members, PTO officers and members, and others; coordinates school activities with those of other District schools as appropriate; attends special events, including night activities; assists in supervising students in school-sponsored events; encourages teacher participation in school and/or school-related activities.
- Enforces policies and procedures designed to protect the safety and welfare of students and staff while on campus; prepares and maintains the school crisis management plan; conducts emergency drills.
- Keeps abreast of developments and innovations in the profession and ensures that staff members remain current as well.
- Keeps the Superintendent informed of events and activities of an unusual nature as well as routine matters related to the Superintendent's accountability.
- Plans and participates in efforts to build or enhance community support of school programs and projects; attends and participates in community meetings as appropriate; prepares and distributes publicity materials, including newsletters and fliers.
- Conducts meetings of the staff and attends principal's and other District meetings as necessary.
- Prepares and/or processes budget documents, purchase orders, performance evaluations, statistical reports, grant reports, test score analyses, strategic plans, school report card and annual summary report, and other records, reports, memos, correspondence, etc.
- Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, Superintendent, other District administrators and staff, school administrators and teachers, Board members, State Department of Education personnel, various committees, parents, students and the general public.
- Attends training, conferences, workshops, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Education:
- Master's degree in education administration, curriculum and instruction, professional development, or a related field.
Certification:
- Elementary Principal Certification
Experience:
- 3 years of experience as an assistant principal (elementary level preferred)
- Experience working with curriculum and instruction
- Experience with providing professional development
- Demonstrated master of relevant technological capacities (e.g. Microsoft Office suite)
JOB REQUIREMENTS License: Must possess a valid South Carolina driver's license. Language Skills: Ability to read English and comprehend complex technical language. Ability to write memoranda and correspondence in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one and small group situations. Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed, but basic, written or oral instructions in English. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisor(s), staff, students, parents and community. Usually there is a need to motivate, establish rapport, gain support, or persuade or influence individuals or groups. Occasional debate is often characteristic of the contact and may require considerable skill in diplomacy, tact and discretion. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and may be continuously required to stand. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee may be required to sit at a desk and use a computer for long periods of time. Working Conditions: School or office environment with limited exposure to environmental conditions. Routine local travel required; occasional overnight travel required. Requires the ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require considerable attention and meeting deadlines. DISCLAIMER STATEMENT The information contained in this job description for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge , skil, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job may be made. EEO STATEMENT Orangeburg County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, handicap or disability, or any other protected characteristic in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in its programs and activities FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Grade: Administrator - Elementary Principal Scale Days of Work: 240 All applicants: Please be sure to attach a current cover letter and resume.Attachment(s):
- Elementary Principal Job Description.pdf