Principal

Anderson School District #5 • Anderson, SC

323d

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to manage the school environment through leadership, supervision, and administration to promote the maximum educational development of students. Responsible for planning and implementing instructional programs and support services, establishing goals and objectives to promote improvement in achievement, effective instruction, attendance, accreditation, discipline, and community support, overseeing school climate and safety, and coordinating overall activities on the campus.

Requirements

• Completion of Master's degree in educational leadership or equivalent with state certification.
• 3 years of administrative experience or what equals three years of experience.
• SC teacher and administrative certification.

Nice To Haves

• Training in the current teacher evaluation system.
• Knowledge of Title One Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in determining the needs of students, teachers, and personnel to ensure an optimal learning environment for all students.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel, recommend faculty and staff assignments, and implement staff development for building-level personnel.
• Work with teachers on curriculum issues, and analyze data to highlight strengths and weaknesses of the instructional program.
• Develop public relations to increase community understanding and support of educational programs, work with parents to facilitate a positive school environment, and with teachers and parents on the discipline and academic success of the student.
• Implement Board policies, instructional practices, and administrative rules to maintain state and federal guidelines of accreditation.
• Supervise students before and after scheduled school hours, and supervise the transportation of students to various offsite facilities during the school day.
• Prepare and administer the school budget. Manage the school's finances so that all policies and procedures are followed.
• Create and maintain a safety plan that addresses all types of emergencies.
• Coordinate and maintain timely and accurate records and reports.
• Based on a needs assessment or data analysis, provide professional development in areas where the need is present or a pre-determined focus area.
• Assign members to Induction Teams, and participate in and monitor the progress of evaluation teams.
• Supervise certified and non-certified employees assigned to the school site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: Master's degree