High School Principal

Position Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the Superintendent, to provide instructional leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of the school in accordance with Board policies, administrative procedures, and applicable laws. Principals are responsible for day-to-day building administration as well as the safety and welfare of both students and staff members.

Essential Functions:

The following description is illustrative of the tasks and responsibilities associated with this position. It is not meant to be an inclusive list of every task or responsibility.

Develops and administers school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Provides leadership for the organization, administration, and supervision of all curricular and co-curricular programs of the school.
Supervises, evaluates, and counsels all staff members regarding their individual performance and provides effective evaluation reports of staff members according to district procedures.
Promotes a school environment that is safe and conductive to learning for both students and staff members.
Ensures that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and reporting for all student activities, attendance and records as required by law.
Organizes and conducts regular school improvement meetings with teachers for continuing development of instructional techniques.
Coordinates and supervises the counseling and testing services within the building, and coordinates activities which provide for the continual assessment and interpretation of student growth.
Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education.
Develops and maintains a strong program of public relations in order to further the community’s understanding and support of the educational program of the school.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies.
Organizes and manages the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.
Assists in the selection and training of new staff members.
Works with district personnel to help maintain the physical plant.
Maintains a regular and predictable attendance history while employed by the district.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment:

Uses standard school and office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephones.

Travel Requirements:

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation, and staff supervision.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles and behavioral management methods.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications, as needed.
Ability to develop and implement projects.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and other stakeholders.
Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

Works in standard school building environment.
For a complete list of the physical and mental demands needed to perform the essential functions for this position, please see the Summary of Physical, Sensory, and Environmental Requirements.

Qualification Profile:

Certification: Nebraska administrative certificate with a school principal endorsement.
Education:
Bachelors degree in education from an accredited college or university.
Masters degree in school administration or educational leadership from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Minimum of three years of successful prior teaching experience at the secondary level.
Successful prior expereince in an administrative or leadership capacity preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt