ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL

Date:               January 5, 2025

Reports To:     Superintendent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Education or Administration
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with elementary endorsement (preferred).
• Possession of/or eligibility to meet and obtain the requirements for State of Michigan Administrative Certification as an Administrator
• Successful teaching experience
• Understanding of school budgets
• Proven track record of working with diverse and at-risk students
• Proven understanding of Multi-Tiered System of Supports
• Proven understanding of growth data and achievement data
• Proven understanding of Special Education Processes

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  Other duties may be assigned.

• Evaluates the implementation of instructional programs to ensure successful student outcomes 
• Maintains a positive working relationship with families and acts as a problem-solver when concerns arise
• Maintains relationships with families and other community organizations to ensure two-way communication which fosters family and community involvement
• Actively participates in the Michigan Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP)
• Develops an atmosphere of trust, respect, interest, and enthusiasm within the school
• Adheres to all district policies and administrative guidelines
• Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees following the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement, and continued employment
• Collaborates with and engages staff in a Multi-Tiered System of Support
• Plans and administers aspects of the special education school program
• Participates in district-wide activities, in-services, and committees, as appropriate
• Implements policy and procedure changes
• Prepares the school budget, works with Finance Manager on budgeting/purchasing
• Establishes priorities for educational materials to meet the needs of students and teachers with allowable anticipated funds
• Works with Central Office personnel to coordinate processes for the effective functioning of the school
• Plans and administers all aspects of the elementary school program.
• Provides general supervision to students
• Assists District level staff in the recruitment, selection, and retention of personnel
• Maintains a safe, effective learning environment through the use of positive behavior supports and interventions
• Maintains records necessary for completing District and State reports, and for reporting pupil attendance and academic progress

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possess an extensive knowledge of current educational issues and best practices including, but not limited to: reading strategies, inquiry-based math and science instruction, brain-based research and data analysis, data implementation, elementary school curriculum development, and Michigan Curriculum
• Knowledge of and experience with early literacy, effective teaching practices, and standards-based assessment
• Thorough knowledge of school policies and procedures
• Strong strategic visioning skills
• Ability to perform highly complex and technical tasks
• Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of school programs, policies, and operational needs
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Strong public speaking skills
• Willingness to write and apply for grants
• Knowledge of effective instructional strategies for students with varied abilities
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, policies, rules, and regulations as it relates to school administration