MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL CLASSIFICATION: Certificated Management SALARY LEVEL: Management Salary Schedule WORK YEAR: 210 Days DEFINITION: Under direction of the Superintendent, the Principal works in close cooperation with the staff of the middle school, administrators of the District, Board of Education, parents, pupils, and other members of the community to determine common educational goals and objectives that will provide for an effective educational program directed toward meeting the intellectual, emotional and social needs of each student; to act as the educational leader and manager of the school; to have direct responsibility for the administration of the school and its educational programs; and to perform other duties as required. SUPERVISOR: Superintendent POSITION(S) SUPERVISED: Certificated and classified staff assigned QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform a job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: The following is a list of duties that is representative of the position that includes, but is not limited to:
Oversee all school site academic policies and procedures including scheduling, teacher and room assignments, and discipline.
Oversee and participate in all aspects of curriculum design and instruction including core curriculum, arts, electives, and physical education
Oversee co-curricular programs, student leadership, advisory, community engagement programs, electives, field trips, outdoor education – appointing teacher-leaders where appropriate
Work with teachers to develop and review the academic program – align curriculum and methodologies to standards and to the school’s mission
Promote hands-on, active, cooperative & project-based learning throughout the school community and provide hands-on guidance to teachers as they create and implement the program
Work to create a culture that values learning, reading, community engagement, and respect
Lead the design and implementation (in concert with district leadership) of the school's programs for Special Education and English Learner students, and develop Special Education and English Learner programs that comply with all federal, state and local regulations
Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and work to retain high quality faculty
Create a positive and fair work environment where teachers and other employees feel enthusiastic about the school
Collaborate with teachers to develop and review assessment plans and provide hands-on guidance to teachers in the development of multiple assessments tied to standards
Collaborate with teachers to develop benchmarks for each grade level and adjust as appropriate
Work with teachers to create and use multiple sources of data to develop a plan for the improvement of student achievement
Create systems and planning tools for teachers to track which standards are being taught and how to measure student progress; Define and track annual student achievement goals
Work with teachers to select textbooks and supplemental materials that are aligned to curriculum and standards and fit the mission of the school
Create and implement a professional development program for faculty
Work with district administration on facility requirements for the school
Oversee academic team for program improvement
Develops a master schedule of classes to assure the best placement of staff and students to meet their educational needs
Supervises extracurricular activities, including league sporting events, concerts, dances, parties, field trips, and other activities beyond the school day. (May be assigned to the assistant principal as appropriate)
Work with the School Site Council and parent organizations to coordinate the efforts of the parents with the mission and goals of the school
Attend all district board meetings, and School Site Council, site parent advisory and parent organization meetings
Meet with district leadership as scheduled to review the status of academic programs and individual student achievement
Manage all resources at school site, including: setting and maintaining a balanced budget, planning for future needs, and ensuring compliance with restrictions and reporting requirements of categorical funds and restricted donations. Adhere to district policy and protocols for sound fiscal management.
Design a master calendar of programs and activities to implement the facility goals and objectives
Evaluate expenditure requisitions and allocate instructional supply, material, and equipment funds appropriately
Delegates functions and responsibilities to the Assistant Principal in such a manner that the total program operates effectively; supports training for the Assistant Principal’s Professional growth
OTHER DUTIES:
Performs other job-related tasks as required
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CHARACTERISTICS: Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines and classroom equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability to an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversational distance, on the telephone and addressing groups of students; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and to reach overhead, sit on floor, climb and move quickly or run after a child in an emergency situation; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment (office, district, from school or home site-to-site), drive a vehicle, and respond to emergency situations; physical strength sufficient to lift a student weighing 45 pounds and more with a two-person lift; physical stamina sufficient to stand or walk throughout student recess periods; physical, mental and emotional tolerance to be exposed to noise generated by students in an enclosed environment; physical tolerance to be exposed to dust pollen specific agents/ chemicals, cleansers, and foul smells; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgements and decisions.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education or related field
Minimum (5) years successful teaching or school counseling, and leadership experience (middle school preferred)
Knowledge of:
Continuous improvement methodologies, including inquiry cycles
Planning, organization, coordination, and implementation of professional learning
Curriculum design, development, implementation, and data-driven instruction
Practices and principles of adult learning, consulting, and presenting
National and state education initiatives including the Common Core State Standards, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, and Local Control Accountability Plan development
State and federal guidelines and requirements concerning accountability and instructional programs
Systems thinking and improvement science
Qualitative and quantitative data sources to support school improvement
Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
Development of written reports
Current administrative operation of California Public Schools
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work in a team environment while demonstrating the ability to solve problems independently
Record of accomplishments as an effective instructional and organizational leader
Innovative approach to program development and implementation
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Facilitate collaborative groups in variety of settings
Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Prepare comprehensive narrative and data reports
Prepare and deliver oral presentations
Work independently with little direction
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Meet schedules and timelines
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others and in decision making
Operate a variety of office equipment, a computer and assigned software
Plan and organize work to accommodate program activities and district requests
Prepare records and reports related to assigned activities
Licenses and Certifications:
California Administrative Services Credential
California Driver’s License with evidence of insurability
Desirable Qualifications:
Minimum (3) years successful administrative experience in education
We are located in a small rural farming community in California's Central Coast. King City is within an hour's distance from the beautiful Monterey Peninsula and the Paso Robles Wine Country. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package. We are a TK-8 district with approx. 2,650 students served. Our primary grades keep a 23 to 1 or less student teacher ratio with para-educator support in kinder and sped classes. We have a K-8 music program and dedicated teacher collaboration time built into our weekly schedules.