Substitute - Principal

Centralia School District; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

Centralia School District is seeking a qualified administrator to provide leadership for an assigned school, collaborating with district leadership to guide instructional programs and staff development.

Under supervision of executive directors, the principal will supervise school-based staff, manage budgets and student records, and work with the Site Council to implement the school improvement plan.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in educational administration or related field.
• Two years as principal/administrative role or five years teaching with school-based experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate district school operations under supervision.
• Provide instructional leadership to staff and students.
• Supervise certificated and classified staff; conduct evaluations.
• Develop and monitor student records and budgets.
• Collaborate with Site Council to implement the school improvement plan.
• Maintain knowledge of leadership through ongoing professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Educational research

Leadership development

Confidentiality

Community engagement

Work organization

Education

Master's in educational administration

Experience as principal or 5 years teaching

Job description

Hourly Rate

- Aligns with the first step of the CPASP Salary Schedule (hourly rate) based on assignment.

SUBSTITUTE POSITIONS ARE ON-CALL, AT-WILL POSITIONS WITH NO GUARANTEE OF HOURS OR WORK.

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

Under general supervision and guidance of the Executive Directors for Elementary Schools or the Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Schools, provides administrative direction, coordination and leadership to the assigned school while working in cooperation with district administration. This position directly supervises all school-based staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates understanding of and ability to establish and accomplish short and long range goals within established school district policies, administrative regulations, state guidelines and current educational research and development.
• Maintains an awareness of important issues in the school and maintains a commitment to the individual needs of students, staff, and parents. Supervises programs and staff; provides instructional leadership which inspires staff and students to contribute their best efforts.
• Demonstrates sensitivity, understanding and commitment to diversity and applies principles to working relationships with students, staff, parents and school community. Demonstrates understanding and commitment to equal employment practices and the District’s Affirmative Action Plan.
• Evaluates certificated and classified staff in accordance with District processes. Completes observations and provides performance evaluations. Evaluates own performance; identifies strengths, needs and areas for improvement by incorporating input from students, staff, parents, administrators and the school community.
• Develops and maintains an effective instruction and guidance program to include effective use of curriculum materials, instructional supplies and equipment.
• Supports and monitors implementation of the District's curriculum including multicultural education programs.
• Researches and coordinates appropriate in-service training opportunities for staff members.
• Prepares and administers school and Associated Student Body budgets.
• Ensures maintenance of student records and data on school programs.
• Ensures that an effective site council is established and operating. Collaborates with Site Council to analyze and utilize the data to develop , implement, monitor and evaluate the school improvement plan.
• Maintains current knowledge, skills and abilities in educational leadership through participation in workshops, university courses, professional reading and membership in professional organizations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in educational administration or related field and
• Two (2) years of experience as a principal, assistant/vice principal, administrative intern, or five (5) years of teaching or educational staff associate experience with documented successful school-based experience in an instructional role with students.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication and human relations skills.
• Knowledge of current educational research and effective instructional practices.
• Ability to model excellence and provide leadership and change within the school.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality,
• Ability to develop community and parent support for all aspects of the school program.
• Ability to organize own work and work independently.

Certification and Licenses

• Washington StatePrincipal's or Administrative Certification.
• Fingerprinting and Background check.