Summer School Principal

Position Type :

Administration / Principal

Date Posted : 2 / 5 / 2025

Location :

Fawn Mountain Elementary School

Date Available : 06 / 02 / 2025

Closing Date : 02 / 17 / 2025

District :

Ketchikan Gateway Borough Schools

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Summer School Principal @ Fawn Mountain

REPORTS TO : Superintendent

JOB PURPOSE : Provide educational leadership, supervision, and effective management of the school.

SUPERVISES : Certified staff, classified staff, other personnel functioning in the school.

Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities :

• Assist the Superintendent in the direction, administration and coordination of the district’s educational programs and district policies.
• Maintain continuous supervision, appraisal, and evaluation of the staff and the educational program.
• Provide educational leadership in the development of curriculum, school improvement initiatives, staff development, and improvement of instruction. Have experience and success with SEL, RTI, and Blended learning as part of the instructional program.
• Monitor the building’s special education program and implementation of students’ Individualized Educational Programs (I.E.P.).
• Coordinate the activities of the personnel within the school directly concerned with the instructional program including but not limited to : teachers, counselors, specialists, non-certified employees.
• Foster good interpersonal relations with students, staff, and parents.
• Plan, organize, and direct all school activities, including extracurricular.
• Maintain, control, and disburse to the central office in accordance with district practice the various funds generated by the school.
• Hold faculty and other meetings as necessary for the efficient functioning of the school. Prepare and implement an effective system of communications to provide information to, from and between staff. Have experience planning and implementing professional development aimed at improving instructional programs.
• Actively participate in the selection and assignment of personnel in the school through the screening and interviewing of candidates, and recommend personnel for hire to the superintendent.
• Coordinate the activities of personnel from other offices, including but not limited to maintenance personnel, custodial staff, and food services.
• Be available to staff and parents for conferences, and be an active participant when needed.
• Provide for the proper and best use of the school plant by initiating requests for maintenance repairs, and proposals for improvement.
• Supervise the filing to the district office of information in accordance with state statutes, board policy, and administrative regulations.
• Develop and submit a school budget in accordance with the established guidelines.
• Attend School Board meetings and prepare such reports as the Superintendent may request.
• Develop and maintain a continuous program of public relations by which the educational program may be clearly interpreted.
• Coordinate with district personnel, community, and related groups all activities held within the high school.
• Coordinate activities regarding knowledge and applications of proper safety procedures within and around the school facilities. Have experience and knowledge implementing a school-wide safety plan.
• Maintain standards necessary for continued accreditation by the Northwest Accreditation Association.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the superintendent.

Requirements :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Language Skills :

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general educational periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, State and Federal Grants, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, board members, and community members.

Mathematical Skill :

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability :

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Problem Solving :

Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions. Works well in group problem-solving situations. Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Project Management :

Develops and coordinates projects. Clearly communicates project plans, progress, and changes. Completes projects on time. Manages project activities and teams.

Interpersonal Skills :

Focuses on solving conflict and not blaming. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting. Keeps emotions under control and remains open to other ideas and tries new things.

Teamwork :

Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Diversity :

Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences and promotes a harassment-free environment.

Ethics :

Treats people with respect, keeps commitments and inspires the trust of others. Works with integrity and ethically.

Judgment :

Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Makes timely decisions.

Planning / Organizing :

Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Sets goals and objectives. Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks. Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism :

Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure and treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions.

Quality :

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to improve and promote quality.

Safety and Security :

Observes safety and security procedures. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses equipment and materials properly.

Attendance and punctuality :

Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability :

Follows instructions, responds to management directions and takes responsibility for own actions. Keeps commitments.

Other Skills and Abilities :

Demonstrated ability to operate computers and related software. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Physical Demands :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk or hear. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands and interact with the public and other staff.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals will perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District

Human Resources

333 Schoenbar Rd

Ketchikan, AK 99901

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District

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