Middle School Principal

Hannibal School District 60•Hannibal, MO

About The Position

The Principal provides direction and management oversight for the overall operations of the school and is an integral member of a leadership team that includes the superintendent, assistant superintendent, COO, building administrators, directors, and specialists. The position provides leadership for evaluating teaching staff, school improvement initiatives, extracurricular programs, and student management. The Principal supports the District’s goals and mission and implements District programs. The role involves developing and maintaining a safe, effective learning environment; supporting instruction and student progress; managing building operations, staff, schedules, budget, and resources; and working with staff, families, community members, and District administrators. The Principal is expected to act with integrity and ethical conduct, promote a positive school culture, and support professional growth for staff. Additional duties may be assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

Possess a valid teaching certificate.
Possess a valid administrator’s certificate.
Have successful experience in a supervisory or leadership position.
Have knowledge of adolescent development.
Have knowledge of education laws.
Be able to manage budgets and personnel.
Have excellent communication skills.
Have strong organizational skills.
Be able to perform moderately strenuous tasks.
Be able to maintain emotional control under stress.
Live within a reasonable distance from the school district.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and ability to develop, articulate, implement, and steward a school or district learning vision supported by the school community.
Knowledge and ability to promote a positive school culture, provide an effective instructional program applying best practices to student learning, and design comprehensive professional growth plans for staff.
Knowledge and ability to manage organization, operations, and resources to promote a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
Knowledge and ability to collaborate with families and community members, respond to diverse community interests and needs, and mobilize community resources.
Knowledge and ability to act with integrity and in an ethical manner.

Responsibilities

Follow and support District goals and mission and implement District programs.
Assume responsibility for administration of the building.
Supervise and evaluate all employees assigned to the building.
Assign staff members and students within the building and determine teaching and student schedules.
Work cooperatively with District administrators and building staff on curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.
Follow District, state, and federal guidelines for eligible exceptional children services and monitor student progress.
Develop and maintain a safe and secure environment for students.
Manage school monies and the building budget, including approving needed supplies and materials in compliance with state requirements and Board policies and regulations.
Establish and maintain relationships with parents, civic and professional groups, and the community.
Disseminate information to the public about building activities.
Determine building staff needs and play a key role in filling school vacancies.
Communicate regularly with staff, parents, and District administrators.
Participate in District meetings and committee assignments.
Identify professional growth opportunities for staff.
Work with the school site council in accordance with District guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.