Elementary Principal

Oconee County Schools; Watkinsville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oconee County Schools is seeking a dedicated Elementary Assistant Principal to lead and enhance the learning environment at Comer Elementary. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and a Tier 2 Educational Leadership Certificate, alongside a strong commitment to student achievement and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years successful teaching and/or administrative experience.
• Must hold Tier 2 Educational Leadership Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction to students in an alternative education setting.
• Plan appropriate learning experiences based on district curriculum.
• Supervise and evaluate the school’s extra-curricular program.

Skills

Knowledge of Oconee County Schools’ curriculum

Effective instructional practices

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to infuse technology into instruction

Education

Master's degree in applicable field of education

Job description

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Master's degree, or higher, in applicable field of education from a Professional Standards Commission (PSC) approved college or university required.

License/Certification

Must hold Tier 2 Educational Leadership Certificate.

Skills

Knowledge of Oconee County Schools’ (OCS) curriculum with in-depth knowledge of content in field of certification; knowledge of techniques for integrating curriculum, OCS policies, and effective instructional practices; ability to understand the teaching/learning process; ability to infuse technology into instruction to increase student learning; ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, and school based staff, students, parents, and community; excellent oral and written communication skills; and effective human relations skills.

Work Experience

Minimum of five years successful teaching and/or administrative experience

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY

Under general supervision, provide classroom instruction to students enrolled in an alternative education setting. Reinforce instruction to individual students and small groups in a variety of academic subjects and other learning activities, including implementing personal education plans and behavior plans.

Plan for appropriate learning experiences for students based on the district curriculum and provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

1.Establishes and maintains an effective learning climate in the school

2.Demonstrates a commitment and willingness to work with students, parents and community

3.Demonstrates a willingness to work toward the goal of helping all students achieve

4.Plans, organizes and directs implementation of all school activities

5.Keeps the central office informed of the school’s activities and problems

6.Makes recommendations concerning the administration of the school and the instructionalprogram

7.Prepares and administers the school budget and supervises school reports

8.Supervises the maintenance of all required building records and reports

9.Prepares or supervises the preparation of reports, records, lists and all other paperwork requiredor appropriate to the school’s administration

10.Interprets and enforces district policies and administrative regulations; discusses and resolvesindividual student problems and addresses parental concerns

11.Budgets school time to provide for the efficient conduct of school instruction and business

12.Supervises and leads in the development, determination of appropriateness, and monitoring of the instructional program

13.Oversees expenditures of funds, and ensures those expenditures are within the budget allocationfor each instructional program

14.Supervises the guidance program to enhance individual student education and development

15.Establishes written guidelines for proper student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary,according due process to the rights of students

16.Attends special events held to recognize student achievement and attends school sponsoredactivities, functions and athletic events

17.Maintains and controls the various local funds generated by student activities

18.Supervises the maintenance of accurate records on the progress and attendance of students

19.Assumes responsibility for his/her own professional growth and development throughmembership and participation in the affairs of professional organizations, through attendance atregional, state and national meetings, through enrollment in advanced courses and the like.

20.Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interestwith others in the field

21.Supervises all professional, paraprofessional, administrative and non-professional personnelattached to the school

22.Participates in the selection of all building personnel

23.Supervises the school’s teaching process

24.Approves the master teaching schedule and all special assignments

25.Orients newly assigned staff members and assists in their development, as appropriate

26.Evaluates and counsels all staff members regarding their individual and group performance inaccordance with the Georgia Teacher Evaluation Program

27.Conducts meetings of the staff as necessary for the proper functioning of the school

28.Assists in the in-service orientation and training of teachers, with special responsibility for staffadministrative procedures and instructions

29.Recommends, according to established procedures, the termination of any employee whose work is unsatisfactory

30.Makes arrangements for conferences between teachers and parents

31.Assumes responsibility for the safety of students and school personnel and safe, efficient administration of the school plant

32.Supervises the daily use of the school facilities both academic and non-academic purposes

33.Plans and supervises fire drill and all other emergency procedures

34.Provides for adequate inventories of property under his/her jurisdiction and for the security andaccountability for that property

35.Supervises all activities and programs that are outgrowths of the school’s curriculum

36.Supervises and evaluates the school’s extra-curricular program

37.Participates in principal’s meetings, negotiations meetings and such other meetings as are required or appropriate

38.Serves as an ex-officio member of all committees and councils within the school

39.Cooperates with college and university officials regarding teacher training and preparation

40.Assumes responsibility for all official school correspondence and news releases

41.Acts as liaison between the school and the community, interpreting activities and policies of theschool and encouraging community participation in school life

42.Serves as a member of such committees and attends such meetings as directed by theSuperintendent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk, hear, stand, walk, and use hands to feel, and/or reach.The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 35 pounds individually and 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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