Principal

School Principal, Middle (6-8)
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: A.L. Stanback Middle School
SALARY: Admin salary schedule plus local supplement supplement 
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
SUPERVISES All school personnel – directly or indirectly
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday; late nights and weekends as necessary
WORK HOURS: 40
NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR: 12

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• Thorough knowledge of the evaluation process of staff and the ability to provide appropriate
counseling for improvement, as needed
• Thorough knowledge of North Carolina's accountability model
• Considerable knowledge of school board policies, procedures, and standards regarding the
education of students in Orange County Schools
• Considerable knowledge of ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by
professional organizations and/or federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
• Considerable knowledge of the current literature, trends, and developments in education
• Considerable knowledge of the North Carolina Course of Study and Common Core
• Demonstrated skill in counseling and developing staff
• Demonstrated skill in providing and/or presenting professional development for staff that
encourage professional growth of the school staff and enhance the quality of the instructional
programs on campus
• Ability to assess the needs of students and the school atmosphere; promotes school safety
• Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs within the school
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of existing school programs and make recommendations for
improvement
• Ability to use standard office machines and computer-driven word processing, spreadsheet, and
file maintenance programs
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing
• Ability to make oral presentations before large groups of people
• Ability to exercise considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with students, staff, and system
administration, parents, and the community
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in school administration
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience as a classroom teacher, 3-5 years as an effective Assistant Principal
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge,
skills and abilities

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• NC Teacher's License in any applicable area
• NC Principal License, or eligible for certification
• Valid driver's license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles
• Masters degree from an accredited institution in Education, School Administration, Curriculum
and Instruction
• Middle school experience as a teacher and/or school administrator preferred
• Middle school experience as an Assistant Principal preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conceptualize the mission of the school district, the broad goals of the school, and plan accordingly
to ensure that procedures and schedules are implemented to carry out the total school program
2. Ensure that the school program is compatible with the legal, financial, and organizational
structure of the school system
3. Define the responsibilities and accountability of staff members and develop plans for interpreting
the school program to the community
4. Supervise pretty and consistently, effective discipline and attendance systems with high
standards, consistent with the school's philosophy, values, and mission.
5. Ensure a safe, orderly environment that encourages students to take responsibility for their behavior
and create high morale among staff and students
6. File all reports regarding violence, vandalism, attendance, and discipline matters as required by
the NCDPI and federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
7. Provide activities that facilitate the professional growth of the school staff and enhance the
quality of the instructional program
8. Identify the annual objectives for instructional, extracurricular, and athletic programs of the
school
9. Ensure that the School Improvement Plan is followed and reviewed throughout the school year
10. Ensure that the instructional objectives for a given subject and/or classroom are developed, along
with detailed curriculum pacing guides
11. Involve the faculty and others in the development of specific curricular objectives to meet the
needs of the school program
12. Provide opportunities for staff participation in the school program
13. Establish, implement, and evaluate procedures used to carry out the daily routine of the school
14. Evaluate student progress in the instructional program by means that include the maintenance of
up-to-date student data
15. Supervise and appraise the performance of the school staff through observation formulas derived
by the state of North Carolina
16. Maintain inter-school system communication and seek assistance from central office staff to
improve performance
17. Establish a professional rapport with students and with staff that encourages and promotes their
respect
18. Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students,
parents, and school personnel
19. Serve as a role model for students, dressing professionally, and demonstrating the importance and
relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, and demonstrating pride in the education
profession, encouraging school staff to do the same
20. Notify the Superintendent, the Board, and other appropriate personnel and agencies when there is
evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions,
potential suicide or students appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances
substances
21. Develop clearly understood procedures and provide regular drills for emergencies and disasters as
required by the NC Statutes
22. Comply with established lines of authority and promote school safety
23. Orient and assist new staff members and new students, and provide opportunities for their input
in the school program
24. Encourage the use of community resources, cooperate with the community in the use of the school
facilities, interprets the school program for the community, and maintains communication with
community members
25. Manage, direct, and maintain records regarding the materials, supplies, and equipment that are
necessary to carry out the daily school routine
26. Involve the staff in determining priorities for instructional supplies
27. Organize, oversee, and provide support to the various services, supplies, materials, and equipment
provided to carry out the school program
28. Involve the community and make use of community resources
29. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this
position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and
skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with
HR review and approval, any time.