Jasper County Primary Principal K-2

Jasper County Primary School Principal (K-2)

DESCRIPTION: Serves as the instructional and strategic leader for the school; provides instructional and
professional leadership to faculty and staff members; administers all components of a local
school including but not limited to instructional leadership, curriculum implementation,
monitoring of instruction, maintenance of a safe and secure physical building, and budget
management; ensures compliance with state and federal laws.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college
or university required.
Current or former assignment as an assistant principal or other relevant leadership position
Holds a valid Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership with a
minimum of (3) years principal or assistant principal experience at the elementary level
Meets the requirements for the Georgia Early Literacy Act
Proficiency in generally recognized administrative/management computer applications
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience as a principal or assistant principal in the K-2 primary grade band
Experience and working knowledge of special education PK-5
Experience in school improvement planning and implementation
Experience in master scheduling
Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring budgets and allotments
Five (5) years' experience as a classroom teacher
Experience or knowledge of working in a Charter School District in Georgia

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance
Collaboratively create and articulate a vision and mission that is consistent with the district strategic plan
Model and collaboratively promote a school culture of high academic expectations, positive behavior,
and safety for all stakeholders
Gather, analyze, review, and share a variety of data to use in planning and decision-making
Develop, monitor, and adjust the school improvement plan in collaboration with stakeholders
Demonstrate instructional leadership through appropriate knowledge of curriculum; initiate, design, and
implement programs to enhance student learning and teacher effectiveness and meet specific needs of
the school
Supervise the school's instructional programs, instructional support programs, and assessment
programs
Develop, implement, and monitor systems and processes that support effectiveness in all aspects of the
school (achievement, MTSS, special education, safety, finances, etc.)
Prepare and administer the school budget; supervise school finances
Maintain high standards of student conduct and enforce discipline
Supervise the maintenance and operation of all school facilities and grounds
Organize and supervise all curricular and extracurricular activities of the students and school
Interpret and enforce school system policies and administrative regulations
Organize and lead the community relations program for the school; encourage and support the
activities of parent-school groups such as School Governance Team
Participate in the selection, induction, supervision, and evaluation of all school personnel, ensuring that
all appropriate personnel meet certification requirements
Provide appropriate school-wide professional learning based on student and staff needs
Communicate professionally and effectively with students, parents, staff, community and district
personnel
Remain abreast of changes and developments in the profession through membership and participation
in professional organizations; attendance of meetings/conferences; reading professional journals and
publications, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor

REQUIRED DUTIES
& RESPONSIBILITIES: The employee must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When
appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an
opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position. Employees are expected to attend all
required meetings as approved by the supervisor. The employee will adhere to the Georgia Professional
Standards Commission's Code of Ethics for Educators, all Jasper County Board of Education policies,
administrative regulations, school system procedures, and all other applicable professional performance
criteria. Maintenance of criminal history check is required for all employees.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities:

Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10
pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequent bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping,
kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling and repetitive fine motor activities. Prolonged periods of
standing, walking, and sitting. Vision, hearing, and verbal communication are essential functions of this
position.
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
SALARY: Salary is based on Jasper County Charter System's Administrative Salary Scale. Employee benefits

include health insurance, flexible benefits and retirement plans.

ADDITIONAL
COMMENTS: External applicants should apply online at https://www.jasper.k12.ga.us. Complete application

packets consist of:
Letter of Interest
Current rsum
Completed online application
Copies of all valid professional certificates (as applicable for position)
College transcripts or high school diploma/state-approved high school equivalent (as applicable for
position)
Three letters of professional reference: These reference forms must be written within one year of
application date. Two of the references must be from persons who have directly supervised the
applicant: (1) a current supervisor and (2) the most recent former employer/supervisor.

It is the policy of Jasper County Charter Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability or genetic information in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. For additional
information about nondiscrimination provisions or to request accommodations based on a disability, contact the Human Resources
Department (706-468-6350).