Middle School Principal 25.26'); '

Montgomery County Educational Service Center - MCESC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated principal to lead and inspire a diverse student body. This role involves collaborating with staff and the community to set educational goals, overseeing the implementation of programs, and ensuring a safe and effective learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, along with a commitment to fostering student success and community engagement. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students and the broader community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid State of Ohio Principal's Certificate.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students, teachers, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the educational leader for staff and students.
• Plan and evaluate all aspects of the educational program.
• Encourage parental participation in the educational process.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Crisis Management

Education

State of Ohio Principal's Certificate/License

Job description

Position Type: Administration/ Principal

Date Posted: 4/28/2025

Location: Warner Middle School

Date Available: 08/01/2025

Closing Date: 05/12/2025

District: Xenia Community Schools

Job Responsibilities

1. The principal shall serve as the educational leader for the professional and classified staff in the building unit and cooperate with the Superintendent and/or his/her designee, staff, and community in determining the goals and objectives for the schools.
2. Plan and work with the Superintendent and/or his/her designee in the organization, administration, and evaluation of all aspects of the educational program.
3. Cooperate with the Superintendent and/or his/her designee in the selection and evaluation of all staff personnel.
4. Work with teachers and pupils in developing a common understanding of disciplinary procedures and expected behavior in the framework of Board policy as well as explaining and interpreting procedures to handle all emergencies arising in the building unit.
5. Strive to develop and maintain a system of records that will indicate pupil progress in relation to selected goals and objectives of the school system.
6. The principal shall encourage parental participation in the educational process and the activities of the school building.
7. The principal shall be cognizant of the physical needs of the building unit and cooperate with the Superintendent or his/her designee in making the building an attractive, sanitary, well-kept, safe, and efficient unit.
8. Plan and work with the Superintendent in the development of a coordinated public relations program designed to keep the public informed about all areas of the school program.
9. The principal shall cooperate with the Superintendent and/or his/her designee in determining the needs for building construction, educational planning, and selection of equipment for said units; cooperate with the parent advisory council and all school affiliated groups and interpret to organized groups and the general public the school policy as it relates to their activities and the total school program.
10. The principal shall try to determine educational factors that influence the school.
11. The principal shall participate in other activities such as maintaining membership and actively participating in civic and professional associations and committees.
12. The principal shall abide by all Xenia Community School District policies.
13. Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as responsible citizens.
14. Conduct other duties as delegated by the Superintendent.
15. This position is identified in the Xenia Community Schools Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan as Classification II. A working condition of this position is occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
16. Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions.
17. Occasional interaction among unruly children.
18. Occasional exposure to hazardous situations.
19. Occasional interaction with hostile and/or aggressive individuals.

Employment Details

Full-time (227 days)

Reports to: Superintendent

FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Salary: Based on experience

Qualifications

1. State of Ohio Principal's Certificate/License.
2. Demonstrated ability to work directly with students, teachers, other staff, and parents at the building level.
3. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
4. Strong work ethic.
5. Desire to work in a diverse school district.
6. Valid driver's license.
7. Meet the legal requirements relative to a criminal background check.
8. Must complete Hepatitis B vaccination series (3).

General Description

Under administrative direction of the Superintendent, or his/her designee, acts as the educational leader of his/her building following Board policies and procedures; supervises the staff and students assigned to his/her building; and supervises the instructional and extracurricular programs of his/her building.

Essential Functions

1. The principal shall serve as the educational leader for the professional and classified staff in the building unit and cooperate with the Superintendent and/or his/her designee, staff, and community in determining the goals and objectives for the schools.
2. Plan and work with the Superintendent and/or his/her designee in the organization, administration, and evaluation of all aspects of the educational program.
3. Cooperate with the Superintendent and/or his/her designee in the selection and evaluation of all staff personnel.
4. Work with teachers and pupils in developing a common understanding of disciplinary procedures and expected behavior in the framework of Board policy as well as explaining and interpreting procedures to handle all emergencies arising in the building unit.
5. Strive to develop and maintain a system of records that will indicate pupil progress in relation to selected goals and objectives of the school system.
6. The principal shall encourage parental participation in the educational process and the activities of the school building.
7. The principal shall be cognizant of the physical needs of the building and cooperate with the Superintendent or his/her designee in making the building an attractive, sanitary, well-kept, safe, and efficient unit.
8. Plan and work with the Superintendent in the development of a coordinated public relations program designed to keep the public informed about all areas of the school program.
9. The principal shall cooperate with the Superintendent and/or his/her designee in determining the needs for building construction, educational planning, and selection of equipment for said units; cooperate with the parent advisory council and all school affiliated groups and interpret to organized groups and the general public the school policy as it relates to their activities and the total school program.
10. The principal shall try to determine educational factors that influence the school.
11. The principal shall participate in other activities such as maintaining membership and actively participating in civic and professional associations and committees.
12. The principal shall abide by all Xenia Community School District policies.
13. Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as responsible citizens.
14. Conduct other duties as delegated by the Superintendent.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

1. Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as responsible citizens.
2. Conduct other duties as delegated by the Superintendent.

Additional Working Conditions

• This position is identified in the Xenia Community Schools Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan as Classification II. A working condition of this position is occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions.
• Occasional interaction among unruly children.
• Occasional exposure to hazardous situations.
• Occasional interaction with hostile and/or aggressive individuals.