Middle School Principal

JOB SUMMARY: Manages the operation and all functions of the 4th-8th grade middle school. Supervises school staff regarding instruction, curriculum, student programs and issues, and building operations. Schedules and attends meetings, as appropriate. Leads a continuous site improvement process.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, benefits, and work year to be established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION:

Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the board's policy for Evaluation of Administrative Personnel.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Iowa BOEE Administrative Licensure with Evaluator Approval
• Master's degree or equivalent experience in education administration or leadership
• Minimum of 3 years of working administrative experience preferred
• At least five in leadership and five years' experience teaching preferred
• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Deep dedication to learning and developing as an educator
• Collaborative work style paired with the ability to take initiative
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Schools, to provide leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of the Middle School (4th-8th grade) in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law
• To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development
• Develops and administers school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives
• Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extracurricular activities
• Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning
• Ensures that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research
• Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and reporting for all student activities, attendance and records as required by law
• Coordinates the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs
• Coordinates with the central office in recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues
• Organizes and conducts regular meetings with teachers for continuing development of instructional techniques
• Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies
• Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment
• Organizes and manages the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent
• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone
• Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
• Works in standard office and school building environments

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES / JOB DUTIES:

• Supervises MS extracurricular activities as appropriate
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools