Principal Jefferson Elementary School

York School District One•York, SC

About The Position

York School District One seeks an instructional leader who believes in the unlimited potential of every child and is committed to creating a school where all students and staff feel seen, heard, and belong. The Elementary Principal provides decisive leadership grounded in strong instructional knowledge, effective management practices, and a commitment to collaboration, innovation, and community engagement. The ideal candidate demonstrates expertise in standards-based instruction, social-emotional learning, and data-informed decision making, and can translate vision into action by building systems, developing staff, and fostering a safe and high-performance learning environment.

Requirements

Valid South Carolina certification as an Elementary Principal or eligibility for appropriate certification
Master’s degree in Educational Administration or related field
Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience and three years of school or district-level administrative experience
Demonstrated success leading instructional improvement and staff development
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience fostering positive school culture and supporting diverse learners
Demonstrates strong team-building and collaborative leadership skills
Shows initiative and sound judgment in decision-making
Communicates effectively with diverse populations
Models professionalism, integrity, and high expectations

Responsibilities

Supports and upholds the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of York School District One.
Establishes a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment that promotes belonging and academic success.
Leads a results-oriented instructional program based on high-quality standards, curriculum, and assessments.
Uses data from multiple sources to monitor student learning, guide instructional decisions, and close achievement gaps.
Ensures implementation of effective PLC practices that support continuous improvement.
Recruits, hires, develops, and retains high-quality staff.
Provides meaningful feedback, coaching, and evaluation in accordance with state and district procedures.
Implements district policies, regulations, and Board directives.
Oversees daily school operations, building maintenance, technology, transportation coordination, and school safety procedures.
Ensures implementation and monitoring of emergency operations and crisis response plans.
Plans and monitors the school budget; manages federal, state, and grant funds appropriately.
Ensures compliance with accreditation requirements.
Builds strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.
Communicates clearly, consistently, and professionally with all stakeholders.
Coordinates school activities with other schools and district programs.
Participates in professional learning, conferences, and district-required training.
Performs additional duties as assigned.