Substitute Principal

Summary

Serves as the instructional and organizational leader of the local elementary, middle, or high school

Essential Duties

Sets the general tone of the school

Coordinates parent groups such as P.T.S.A. and the School Advisory Committee

Represents the school to the community at large

Works with the assistant principal, counselors, and faculty to establish and maintain an educational program consistent with the District’s philosophy, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures

Prepares budgets for the general school account

Approves and supervises all expenditures within the school; signs checks, vouchers, and purchase orders

Assumes responsibility for the financial solvency of the school

Interviews, recommends employment, supervises, and evaluates all school personnel

Establishes rules and regulations for proper student conduct that are consistent with the policies of the Board and maintains student discipline

Assess the strengths of the school, identifies the weaknesses, and takes supportive or corrective action as the situation demands

Prepares 5-year projections for periodic evaluations, defining goals and redefining objectives commensurate with changes in the school population

Oversees maintenance and general upkeep of the school facility and grounds

Maintains professional growth through reading, participation in professional organizations and/or activities

Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

Master’s Degree in Education

Certification/Licensure

Must hold or be eligible for the appropriate Georgia Leadership Certification in the area of Educational Leadership

Experience Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of successful experience in public school administration and/or supervision plus a minimum of 3 years successful experience as a classroom teacher required; Classroom experience at the same level as posted position preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to organize programs, personnel, and activities required for productive learning in the school

Ability to relate to a wide variety of people and to observe, listen, and provide leadership which results in the best possible teaching and learning atmosphere

Ability to manage financial, material, and human resources effectively

Proven ability to make recommendations on various topics, detailed, controversial, simple, or complex

Ability to develop implement, monitor, and evaluate program goals and initiatives

Ability to exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive information

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Working Conditions

Normal office and school environment

Physical Demands

Routine physical activity associated with normal office and school environment