What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal position at Perry Co?
- Guides the implementation of Board policies, school system rules, and administrative procedures and adheres to applicable federal and state requirements.
- Confirms instructional programs provided engage students in tasks requiring analytical and critical thinking, questioning the known, problem-solving and creativity; address the range of skills and developmental needs found in the classroom; encourage students to define individual goals and accept responsibility for learning; and provide a variety of methods for students to demonstrate performance and achievement.
- Works cooperatively with leadership teams to ensure the district's vision, policies, goals, and strategies are implemented and communicated to staff within the school.
- Establish a positive relationship with students, parents, co-workers, volunteers, and other visions.
- Leads school staff in the development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional and extracurricular activities in alignment with district goals and objectives.
- Seeks to improve the quality of the instructional program and school climate through responsible teacher implementation of the curriculum and supervision of instruction.
- Supervises the instructional programs of the school, evaluates lesson plans, and observes classes on a regular basis for the purpose of supporting best instructional practices and encouraging the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.
- Participates in principals' meetings and other meetings as required or appropriate.
- Conducts faculty meetings regularly to discuss instructional programs focusing on student achievement and professional development of faculty.
- Enforces district guidelines for proper student conduct and disciplinary procedures and policies to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment and promote the general health, safety, and welfare of the student body.
- Communicates regularly and effectively with students' families to seek support and input in order to create and promote a cooperative relationship to support students and responds to parents' questions and concerns in a timely manner.
- Manages and/or coordinates supervision of school-sponsored events and attends school functions regularly to demonstrate genuine interest in student/staff activities and maintain visibility with students, staff, students' families, and the community.