Elementary Principal

Watson Chapel School District•Pine Bluff, AR

About The Position

The Watson Chapel School District (WCSD) is seeking highly qualified and visionary applicants for the position of Secondary Principal. The Elementary Principal serves as the Chief Instructional Leader of the assigned school and is responsible for ensuring high levels of student achievement through effective leadership of curriculum, instruction, assessment, school culture, and operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence, instructional innovation, equity, and continuous improvement while fostering a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for all students and staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Superintendent reserves the right to keep the position open until a suitable candidate is selected or to repost the position with modifications as deemed appropriate.

Requirements

Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Educational Administration, Supervision, or Curriculum and Instruction.
Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching or related experience required.
Valid Arkansas Building-Level Administrator License.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
Demonstrated ability to lead instructional improvement and supervise effectively.
Knowledge of current trends and research in school leadership, data analysis, professional development delivery models, eliminating academic and behavioral achievement gaps.
Exceptional writing, editing, and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently, prioritize work, and complete work in a timely and accurate manner
Ability to deal effectively with students, teachers, administrators, support staff, central office staff, parents and the community
Demonstrates strong leadership and management qualities and the ability to set priorities and supervise the work of others.
Proficient with learning management systems (LMS), student information systems (SIS) and digital curriculum platforms.
Experience using instructional data dashboards and assessment tools.
Working knowledge of Google Workspace and/or Microsoft 365 environments.
Ability to leverage technology to support instruction, communication, and operations.

Responsibilities

Serves as the Chief Instructional Leader of the building, with primary responsibility for improving teaching and learning in every classroom.
Ensures the implementation of a guaranteed and viable curriculum aligned to the Arkansas Academic Standards.
Leads the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.
Oversees the transition and implementation of a district-aligned digital/online curriculum platform to personalize and enhance student learning.
Uses multiple data sources (formative, summative, diagnostic, and behavioral data) to guide instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
Ensures with integrity of the school becoming a Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and collaborative practices focused and aligned to student achievement.
Conducts regular classroom observations and provides actionable feedback, coaching, and support to instructional staff.
Oversees intervention systems (RTI/MTSS) to address academic and behavioral needs of all learners.
Collaborates with the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, and Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction to implement system-wide instructional initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
Establishes and sustains a positive, inclusive, and academically focused school culture.
Administers student discipline in a fair, consistent, and restorative manner.
Monitors student attendance, behavior, and engagement.
Oversees student supervision during the school day and at school-sponsored events.
Ensures compliance with state and federal student support requirements, including FINS petitions and court proceedings as necessary.
Supports student registration, scheduling, and academic placement processes
Supervises, supports, and evaluates certified and classified staff in accordance with district policies and state regulations.
Supervises literacy and math instructional facilitators in collaboration with the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
Leads professional learning aligned to instructional priorities, student needs, and district goals.
Participates in recruitment, interviewing, reference checks, and hiring recommendations.
Fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement among staff.
Assists in the development of the master schedule and oversees building-level scheduling processes.
Oversees campus safety and security in collaboration with district leadership and law enforcement partners.
Assists with supervision of state and federal programs at the building level.
Participates in district-level budget planning and monitors building expenditures.
Reviews and approves purchase requests and maintains appropriate records and reports.
Ensures compliance with district policies, Arkansas Department of Education regulations, and applicable laws.
Orders and manages building-level operational materials and resources.
Communicates effectively with students, parents, staff, and community stakeholders.
Addresses questions and concerns related to curriculum, instruction, and school operations.
Represents the school at district meetings, community events, and extracurricular activities.
Builds strong partnerships with families to support student success.
Oversees extracurricular events.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.