Middle School Principal

PERSONNEL   Middle School Principal (Job Description)    PRIMARY FUNCTION:

• Plan, organize, control and direct all instructional activities, extracurricular events, special programs and plant operations

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Basic functions include but are not limited to)

• Implement and modify the school’s mission, goals, objectives and programs as needed
• Confer with district office regarding personnel, programs, students, finances and legal requirements
• Recruit, interview, select, direct, supervise and evaluate certificated and classified personnel
• Assign Vice-Principal, teachers, counselors and other staff as appropriate to meet school goals and objectives
• Develop and implement the master schedule
• Direct and participate in a planned program of informal and formal classroom visitations and observations
• Document evidence of substandard performance and recommend discipline, reassignment or termination action as appropriate
• Enforce all State and District laws, codes and policies
• Administer District and site discipline, intervention policies and safety programs
• Develop and administer site budgets and assure proper allocation of funds for instructional and non-instructional equipment and materials
• Direct the on-going evaluation and revision, as needed, of curriculum and instructional programs
• Analyze data and develop and implement plans for instructional improvement growing out of program assessment
• Communicate with teachers to insure that instructional programs meet student needs and District requirements
• Establish, coordinate and maintain communication with parent groups, community groups, law enforcement agencies and other public agencies
• Prepare and write correspondence, bulletins and other communications on behalf of the school
• Arrange for school level public relations and publicity for special events and achievements as appropriate
• Maintain articulation between the middle and elementary school(s) and with the local high school(s)
• Develop and direct an orientation program for new students
• Assure the health, safety and welfare of all students
• Supervise or provide for supervision of students before and after school, during the school day and at any special events.
• Discipline students according to established guidelines
• Oversee attendance, behavior management, counseling, guidance and other student support services
• Meet individually with parents/guardians and students as needed
• Coordinate the maintenance and operations of the school plant
• Assure proper management, maintenance and inventory of materials, equipment, buildings and grounds
• Direct the implementation of staff development and in-service training
• Update staff on revised policies and procedures and implement changes
• Attend, conduct and/or chair a variety of meetings with staff, parents and community
• Conduct student or parent/guardian appeal meetings
• Attend IEP, 504 and other meetings as appropriate
• Respond to and work to resolve student, parent/guardian and staff complaints
• Represent the school at various Board, District and community functions
• Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of District, County, State and federally mandated reports and records regarding student attendance, welfare, discipline, safety, academic achievement, certification for graduation and others as needed

  BP 2139.1 Page 2 of 2 Middle School Principal (Cont’d.)  

• Direct the maintenance of comprehensive files pertaining to students, staff, plant facilities, inventories, financial information and contracts as needed
• Perform related duties as assigned

  DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of:

• Basic subjects taught in district schools including mathematics, reading, writing, language arts, spelling, history/social studies, science, art, music, physical education,
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Oral and written communication skills
• Child guidance principles and practices as appropriate to middle school students
• Concepts of classroom and behavioral management
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Techniques of record keeping and preparation of reports
• Operation of standard office and classroom equipment including but not limited to a computer and assigned software

  ABILITY TO:

• Understand and relate to all students
• Learn district organization, operations, policies and procedures
• Interpret, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Prioritize and schedule work
• Maintain records and reports
• Operate standard office and classroom equipment including but not limited to a computer and assigned software
• Maintain consistent, regular and punctual attendance
• Move hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Hear and speak to exchange information
• See to read a variety of materials

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Credential/Certification:             Teaching Credential Administrative Credential                               Education:    Masters Degree   Experience:   At least 5 years of successful experience as a middle school administrator   Responsible to:   Superintendent   ADOPTED:           03/24/1977 REVISED:              12/14/1978 REVISED:              10/23/1980 REVISED:              05/12/1983 REVISED:              05/26/1988 REVISED:              10/10/1996 REVISED:              11/17/2011

Salary : $112,098 - $140,659