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