Elementary School Principal

Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted:
6/27/2024

Location:
Kirtland Elementary School

Title:

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

File : 105

Reports To:

Superintendent

Job Objective:

Responsible for the organization, administration, supervision, and evaluation of all programs, services and activities within the Elementary School building. Implement the policies of the Kirtland Board of Education according to Ohio School Law and Standards. Lead Instructional and Assessment practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A valid State of Ohio Elementary School Principal's License.
• Meet all current health requirements.
• Evidence of a clear record as determined by the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCII) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
• Any other requirements of the Board of Education established for this position.
• Evidence of successful classroom experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and collectively with all district personnel.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Administrative experience preferred

Responsibility

Area No. 1

INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP

Specific Behaviors

• Monitor achievement of all students.

• Implement and supervise Board approved Courses of Study, instructional materials, equipment and supplies.
• Utilize data to monitor and improve student achievement in the short and long term.
• Direct, supervise and evaluate the educational and guidance programs.
• Provide leadership in the development of school curricula.
• Monitor and implement the building and district's Mission Statement that aligns with the Strategic Plan.

• Assist staff in use of data to improve student achievement.
• Meet with teachers, plan professional development, observe and provide constructive feedback.
• Construct and monitor the results of high quality common assessments throughout the district
• Construct pacing guides that align with state standards

Responsibility

Area No. 2

SUPERVISION

Specific Behaviors

• Perform all assigned duties according to the policies, guidelines, rules and regulations of the Kirtland Board of Education, Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, any federal mandates and any directives of the Superintendent of Schools.
• Work with appropriate district personnel to maintain accurate EMIS data.
• Orient new staff members. Monitor the performance of substitute teachers and provide advice and guidance.
• Administer the provisions of special education services consistent with IDEA requirements and administer provisions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
• Support services for high achieving and gifted students
• Evaluate staff according to district procedures.
• Monitor and lead the building and district's continuous improvement process.
• Assign staff to assignments appropriate with their certification/licensure, student and building needs.

Responsibility

Area No. 3

MAINTAINS AN ORDERLY AND POSITIVE LEARNING CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

Specific Behaviors

• Communicate behavioral expectations to students.
• Monitor student compliance with behavioral expectations.
• Develop a positive school climate.
• Support mutual respect among students and staff.
• Communicate and work with parents/guardians in a professional, calm and factual manner when dealing with student discipline matters.
• Promptly communicate with the Superintendent and other appropriate administrators when significant student misbehaviors occur.

Responsibility

Area No.4

SUPERVISION OF BUILDING/GROUNDS AND CLASSIFIED STAFF Specific Behaviors

• Supervise the building, grounds and school property to ensure cleanliness and the health, safety, and well-being of students, staff and visitors.
• Consult with the Director of Buildings and Grounds about major building repairs and the replacement of equipment.
• Evaluate appropriate classified personnel according to district procedures.
• Monitor building and grounds compliance with local, state and federal rules, guidelines and regulations regarding safety, cleanliness and environmental issues.

Responsibility

Area No. 5

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

Specific Behaviors

• Keep abreast of trends, developments and research pertinent to education, student achievement, curricula, student assessment, instruction, teacher evaluation, school operations.
• Contribute to the educational leadership of the district.
• Participate in professional meetings that are appropriate.
• Maintain personal professional development.
• Participate in professional growth activities.

Responsibility

Area No. 6

FISCAL MANAGEMENT

Specific Behaviors

• Prepare annual budget recommendations. Monitor the building budget and requisitions supplies, textbooks, equipment and other items necessary for the operations of the school program.
• Develop, monitor and revise budgets.
• Operate building within prescribed building budgets.
• Comply with financial procedures, regulations, and requirements of the District Treasurer's Office, Board Fiscal Policies and Guidelines, state and federal requirements and regulations.

Responsibility

Area No.7

ADMINISTRATION

Specific Behaviors

• Use sound judgment in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Prepare reports and maintain records required by law, board policy and those requested by the Superintendent.
• Comply and enforce student withdrawal procedures, records requests, and enforce O.R.C. dealing with age and immunization requirements.
• Supervise the execution of policies and procedures regarding attendance, classification, promotion, retention and testing of students with the building.
• Arrange for and maintain an inventory of all equipment and supplies.
• Evaluate, update and monitor emergency preparedness plans and safety drills.
• Oversees the supervision of all students' activities and related support organizations.
• Set priorities, organize and complete duties efficiently without supervision.
• Plan and utilize time efficiently.
• Display effective organizational skills.
• Adhere and follow appropriate procedures and district chain of command when dealing with issues and personnel.

Responsibility

Area No.8

SCHOOL-COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS

Specific Behaviors

• Develop and maintain a program to inform parents and the community of school activities, events, programs and educational issues.
• Promote sound public relations and interpersonal communications with a focus on the educational mission.
• Positively represent the school district in the community.
• Work with local media to share information regarding school activities and issues.

Responsibility

Area No.9

COMMUNICATIONS/RELATIONSHIPS

Specific Behaviors

• Develop, support and maintain the confidence of the staff, parents and students.
• Maintain effective communications with staff by various means.
• Facilitate the exchange of ideas to support effective decision-making and problem-solving.
• Maintain a tactful, cordial and cooperative relationship in dealing with students, staff, parents, the community and administrative colleagues.

Responsibility

Area No.10

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Specific Behaviors

• Model life-long learning to staff and students.
• Serve as a role model for students. Demonstrate responsibility, citizenship, respect and courtesy.
• Enthusiastic, creative and positive.
• Cooperative, tactful and diplomatic.
• Fair, open-minded, possesses integrity.
• Maintain confidential information of all types.

The Kirtland Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. Employees are required to comply with the statutory responsibilities cited in the Ohio Revised Code, the rules and regulations of the Ohio Department of Education, all local and Federal mandates. Employees are required to perform their duties under the supervision of the Superintendent and/or his or her designee, as authorized by the Kirtland Board of Education. This job description does not imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.

Please contact Kristen Schutte, Director of Pupil Services at [redacted] or ([redacted], ext 1008 if you should have any questions regarding this job posting.