(008-4) Elementary Principal

Southern Tioga School District•Warren, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Principal provides leadership in staff development, instructional skills, problem solving, teambuilding, school/community relations, strategic planning, and development of the school’s vision and mission. The principal is responsible for providing a safe, orderly environment conducive to learning and overseeing the school’s educational program and operations. The position reports to the Superintendent and is classified as 12-month administration, exempt.

Requirements

Five years of experience in public education, including secondary school instruction.
Master’s degree.
Proper Pennsylvania administrative certification.
Submit a pre-employment medical examination as required by Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code.
Submit a Pennsylvania State Police criminal history record report as required by Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code.
Submit a Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare clearance report in accordance with Act 151 of 1994.
Submit a Federal Criminal History Record in accordance with Act 114 of 2006.
Submit the Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form as required under Act 24 of 2011.
Possess leadership, supervisory, and computer skills; ability to operate various office equipment and appropriately handle confidential information.
Ability to communicate effectively, organize and handle multiple tasks, and exercise good judgment.
Excellent interpersonal skills; able to work amid frequent interruptions and make judgments under a high level of stress.
Ability to reach above and below the waist; use fingers to pick, feel, and grasp objects; stoop, bend, and twist; lift or carry supplies or papers weighing up to 20 pounds; and sit, walk, stand, or move throughout the building, often for extended periods.
Ability to provide safe physical management (restraint) of students when necessary.
Visual and auditory acuity.

Nice To Haves

Assistant principal or supervisory experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate professional, indirect, and service personnel; assist with interviewing teacher candidates and participate in the selection, supervision, and assignment of building personnel.
Assist with teacher orientation, pre-service and in-service training, with special responsibility for instruction on administrative procedures; participate in assignment, orientation, and supervision of substitute teachers.
Plan, coordinate, and maintain records of staff meetings.
Administer pupil registration, orientation, and assignment; supervise attendance and discipline; coordinate guidance and testing; and oversee student cumulative records.
Establish and maintain an effective learning climate and supervise the school’s educational program, including planning, organizing, and implementing school activities, programs, and schedules.
Assume responsibility for the safety and administration of the building, grounds, equipment, and supplies; plan and supervise fire drills and emergency preparedness; distribute supplies and equipment and maintain inventory.
Establish goals and building initiatives.
Prepare the building budget, monitor requests for materials and equipment, and maintain and control funds generated by school activities.
Implement policies and procedures and recommend changes as needed.
Prepare or supervise the preparation of administrative reports, records, handbooks, and other appropriate information.
Develop, plan, and facilitate ongoing professional development for staff.
Attend events recognizing student achievement and other school-sponsored activities, functions, and athletic events.
Assist in curriculum development, revision, and evaluation, and participate in development and implementation of curricular programs, including gifted education, special education, and summer school.
Build and maintain positive relationships with community groups and parents to foster understanding and support for school objectives and programs.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.