What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal, Elementary position at TOLEDO PUBLIC SCHOOLS?
District Overview
As the fourth largest school district in Ohio, Toledo Public Schools (TPS) is a unique and innovative school system that serves over 23,000 students, and over 4,000 faculty and staff members. Our district includes 42 elementary schools, and 11 high schools, including 6 comprehensive schools and 5 magnet schools. We are looking for driven people who are dedicated to student success to join our team. We offer competitive benefits and a team full of people that are TPS Proud!
General Summary
The Elementary Principal is the educational leader of the school. The principal is responsible for setting the vision for achieving and sustaining high levels of student achievement and strategically implementing the school’s mission through effective leadership of all stakeholders, including faculty, staff, student, parents, and the community. The principal oversees all aspects of the instructional program, school environment, and the operational/fiscal health of the school.
Qualifications
REQUIRED
- Valid Ohio superintendent, principal, or administrative specialist license
- Must be an OTES, OPES, and OSCES credentialed evaluator or have the ability to obtain same within three (3) months of appointment
PREFERRED
- Five (5) years successful teaching experience
- Three (3) years administrative experience
Essential Tasks
For more information on the position’s tasks and responsibilities, please review the job description, which can be found at the following link: Principal, Elementary
- Educational Leader- Serve as the instructional leader of the building staff. Articulate a clear and compelling vision founded in strong, sustainable student achievement outcomes. Implement best practices and promote the continuous use of data to drive decision-making and instruction.
- Pupil Personnel- Provide leadership and support for services that foster the well-being of students and provide for their individual needs.
- School/Community Relations- Foster a positive school climate by assessing, planning, and communicating with the school community. Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for cultural diversity.
- Resource Management- Supervise the operation of the building, equipment, and business procedures in ways that enhance the overall program, such as by managing overall budget, ordering and distributing supplies, and maintaining appropriate records.
Compensation
This position is part of the Class 1, Level 5 pay band on the salary schedule. Entry level pay is $109,511. Base pay increases for longevity are built into the administrative salary schedule.
Administrative Salary Schedule
Administrators also have the ability to earn additional compensation for educational attainments that exceed the requirements of their position such as advancing their degree, license, or completing additional graduate credit hours beyond a master’s degree.
Contract Days/Work Schedule
This position will follow the annual school calendar. Employees filling this role work 222 days each year (44 weeks).
Application Timeline
Applications will be accepted from 04/07/2025 to 04/11/2025 at 4:00 p.m.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Toledo Public Schools to afford equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or disability in the admission, access to, treatment, or employment in its programs and activities.
Salary : $109,511
