Middle School Principal

General InformationJob Title:Principal - Middle SchoolSchool System:Douglas County School SystemSubject:Educational LeadershipGrade Level:Middle Grades (4-8)Closing date:06/18/2025Start date:7/1/2025
Job Description2025-2026 School Year
POSTING DATE: March 20, 2025
CLOSING DATE: March 31, 2025 or Until Filled
POSITION TITLE: Middle School Principal– 231 Day

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To build and support an effective professional learning community which promotes excellence in teaching and student achievement. Supervises all personnel serving in assigned school.

REQUIREMENTS:
Educational Level: Master’s Degree or higher (Preferred major in educational administration)

Certification/License: Eligibility for certification in Educational Leadership prior to start date with a commitment to earn L-6 or PL-6 within five years.

Experience: At least three years of successful educational experience preferred.

Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.

Proficient Skills: Leadership and extensive knowledge of curriculum development and elementary school instructional programs. Ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing. Ability to budget time and effort. Demonstrates positive attitude toward self-evaluation and self-improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Demonstrates regular attendance and is punctual.
2. Facilitates the process for interviewing and recommending new staff members.
3. Leads staff in building and supporting in a professional learning community which promotes
excellence in teaching and student achievement.
4. Works collaboratively with instructional and operational staff to ensure that necessary
instructional materials and supplies are secured.
5. Coordinates and conducts meetings with various stakeholder groups to gather input and provide
information related to school activities.
6. Maintains physical stamina necessary for leadership role.
7. Maintains emotional stability necessary to perform assigned tasks.
8. Adheres to and enforces state, county, and school policies and procedures as stated by published
guidelines and current administrative interpretations.
9. Oversees the financial operation of the school as directed and demonstrates appropriate fiscal
management of funds for which he/she is responsible in compliance with all applicable rules and
regulations.
10. Demonstrates a willingness to support and implement new educational concepts.
11. Participates in school-related activities.
12. Leads staff in discussion of new materials, teaching techniques, and developments in the
profession learned by attending meetings and reading journals or other publications.
13. Handles routine practices effectively and keeps accurate records.
14. Makes the school facility an attractive, pleasant and productive place in which to work and learn.
15. Guards the health and safety of the students in all school situations.
16. Establishes guides for proper student conduct and for maintaining student discipline.
17. Orients newly assigned staff members and assists in their development.
18. Observes classroom teaching practices.
19. Maintains a good working relationship with school and system-level personnel.
20. Encourages teachers and other employees to develop their capabilities by providing them with
security and the freedom to do a good job.
21. Evaluates and counsels all staff members regarding their individual and group performance.
22. Deals with students, teachers, and parents in a friendly, firm, fair and consistent manner.
23. Is accessible to students, staff, and community.
24. Establishes and maintains good public relations.
25. Any other duties or responsibilities assigned by the Board of Education.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent and Executive Director of School Improvement and Building Operations

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
External Applicants: Apply online through TeachGeorgia (www.teachgeorgia.org). Submit a cover letter stating interest in this specific position, a standard resume and a list of three references with addresses and phone numbers, as soon as possible.

Current Employees: A letter of interest, resume and a list of three references with address and phone numbers.

Email your application materials to Human.Resources@dcssga.org by March 31, 2025, or until filled.

The Douglas County School system does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, age, religion, national origin, or disability in its employment procedure. Contact Information Name: Human Resources

Email: Human.Resources@dcssga.org

Website:

https://www.dcssga.org/employment/job_vacancies_postings/vacanciesAddress:

11490 Veteran Memorial Highway
Douglasville, Georgia 30134

Phone: 7706512378

Fax:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,764.00 - $118,723.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,764 - $118,723