Interim Principal.ES - Paragon Mills ES (2026-2027)

Music City Center•Nashville, TN

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Interim Principal oversees and directs the operation of an assigned elementary school. The role supervises staff and is responsible for instructional and extracurricular programs, budgets, discipline, student safety, student and personnel data, public relations, technology systems, facilities, supplies and equipment, and reporting. The principal develops and implements programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive-level administrators through conferences and reports. The position also attends or conducts staff, committee, PTA, and other professional meetings, and attends professional classes, seminars, or conferences to improve professional skills. This is a school-based position with a 260-day work year. The position is listed as interim for the 2026–2027 school year.

Requirements

Master's degree in Elementary Education, Educational Administration, or a closely related field.
Five full years of certificated experience, including two years of leadership experience as an Assistant Principal or comparable experience leading adults; Central Office and other leadership experience are considered.
Current ILL-B or ILL-P Tennessee Administrative License with completion of the Praxis. External candidates with administrator licensure will be reviewed for eligibility upon hire.

Responsibilities

Supervise staff, including selecting or recommending staff selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and terminating or recommending termination.
Lead the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs; supervise school financial and business matters.
Develop, prepare, and administer the approved departmental budget; monitor and approve expenditures; prepare financial forms and reports.
Establish and maintain positive public relations with staff, students, parents, and the community; meet with students, parents, and teachers to resolve issues and problems.
Review and make recommendations on proposed policies or changes to existing policies; implement Board of Education-approved policies; enforce student discipline policies and procedures and protect students’ rights.
Gather and maintain information and data for periodic and special reports; maintain records and process daily paperwork, including reports, memos, requisitions, and personnel information.
Supervise compilation of student data, including report cards, transcripts, and attendance.
Set guidelines for and supervise school clubs and organizations affiliated with the school.
Schedule classes and extracurricular activities; coordinate safety inspections and drills; provide logistical support for school transportation.
Monitor and oversee staff use of materials and equipment and ensure proper maintenance of school facilities.
Attend or conduct staff, committee, PTA, and other professional meetings, and attend professional classes, seminars, or conferences to improve professional skills.