Principal Elementary

Principal Elementary

•Articulate a vision and collaboratively work with staff, students, parents and all stakeholders to analyze academic achievement data and instructional programs to develop and to monitor progress of a School Improvement Plan that results in increased student learning; and improved overall school effectiveness.

•Plan for and solicit staff, parent, student and stakeholder input to promote effective decision-making and to provide a variety of opportunities for parent and family involvement in school activities, as directed.

•Consistently model and actively promote shared decision-making, high expectations, mutual respect and a positive school culture.

•Ability to model, promote, and engage students and staff in the integration of technology in student learning activities.

•Support, communicate and implement school safety measures and crisis emergency plans to create and sustain a safe, secure, orderly and healthy learning environment consistent with district rules, policies and procedures.

•Ensure that all interschool contests and other school-sponsored activities are under the direct and complete control of school administration.

•Follow federal, State and local policies and procedures with regard to finances and accountability and reporting for all school funds; and the effective allocation of resources.

•Develop and implement a fiscally responsible budget to support the school’s mission and goals.

•Supervise the proper use and preservation of buildings, grounds, furnishings, equipment and facilities of the school.

•Select, assign, support, evaluate and retain high quality instructional and support personnel in accordance with local, State and federal requirements, as directed
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•Implement employee evaluation systems fairly and consistently, within required timeframe and format, to document proficiencies and deficiencies; and to provide timely formal and informal feedback.

•Recognize and support the achievements of highly-effective teachers and staff; and support professional learning and instructional practices that incorporate the use of achievement data and result in increased student progress.

•Foster the success of students by demonstrating professional standards and ethics, engaging in continuous professional development and contributing to the profession.

•Model professionalism in appearance, respect, understanding, sensitivity and demeanor.

•Allocate resources and time for teachers and staff to participate in professional learning, as directed.

•Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position.

•Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable and punctual manner; and designate a staff member to assume responsibilities in the absence of the principal.

•Administer regulations affecting scholarship and discipline, and counsel with students as needed.

•Carry out duties in accordance with federal and state laws, Code of Ethics, and established state and local school board policies, regulations and practices.

•Communicate effectively and appropriately with students, parents or guardians, District and school personnel, and other stakeholders to foster positive interactions and promote a positive educational climate.

•Fulfill contractual obligations and assigned duties in a timely manner; perform professionally and efficiently other duties as assigned

Hold or be eligible for Standard Professional Tier II Georgia Educational Leadership Certification. Minimum three years’ experience in administration at the district or school level required, supervisory experience at the building level, preferred. Five years of successful teaching experience is preferred.

07/09/2025