What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025-26 Kreft Primary Associate Principal position at Lewis Central Community School District?
Applicants for this position must currently hold or be able to obtain an Iowa administrator license with the appropriate endorsement through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners no later than August 2025.
Acceptable Endorsements through the Iowa BOEE for this position include:
169 - PK-8 Principal
189 - PK-12 Principal/PK-12 Special Education Supervisor
AND
190 - Evaluator (New)
Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Building Principal or designated district leadership, the School Administrator facilitates student success and growth by providing instructional leadership, fostering a positive school climate, managing building operations, and ensuring the implementation of district-approved policies, procedures, and goals. The Administrator oversees the development of staff and students, maintains effective communication with all stakeholders, and ensures a safe, welcoming, and engaging school environment. This position collaborates with teachers, support staff, students, parents, and district administration to carry out the mission of inspiring excellence.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or a related field from an accredited college or university
- License issued by the Iowa BoEE with appropriate administrator endorsement(s)
- Previous leadership experience in a school setting preferred
Essential Functions and Knowledge Required:
- Provides visionary leadership to develop, implement, and evaluate building-level goals in alignment with district goals.
- Facilitates the development and implementation of curriculum consistent with district objectives, ensuring high-quality instruction.
- Creates and sustains a positive school climate that promotes student achievement, staff growth, and community involvement.
- Supervises, evaluates, and supports the professional development of building staff, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Oversees and ensures the safety, security, and maintenance of the school building and grounds.
- Develops and monitors student behavior expectations, ensuring compliance with school policies and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Leads efforts to analyze and use data to inform instruction, guide decision-making, and improve student outcomes.
- Engages families and the community through effective communication, building strong partnerships that support student success.
- Oversees student scheduling, enrollment, and attendance, ensuring compliance with district and state policies.
- Manages the school’s budget and resources, ensuring effective and efficient use of funds to support the school’s mission.
- Coordinates with district leadership, other building administrators, and community partners to align building operations with district goals and initiatives.
- Maintains accurate records of student and staff performance, compliance with state and federal regulations, and building operations.
- Supervises and supports student activities, events, and other co-curricular programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designated district leadership.
- Reliable work attendance is required.
Travel Requirements:
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
Works in indoor and outdoor environments, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
