K-8 Principal

TITLE: K-8 Principal CLASSIFICATION: Exempt GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To serve as an instructional leader with strong supervisory and administrative skills to promote the educational development of each student. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises the school's educational program. Establishes and maintains an effective learning climate in the school. Assumes responsibility for the implementation and observance of all Board policies and regulations by the school's staff and students. Assists in the development, revision, monetary implementation and evaluation of the District's Curriculum. Responsible for the selection, training, supervision and evaluation of school personnel. Plans, supervises and reports fire drills, bus evacuations and emergency crisis intervention plans on a monthly basis. Maintains high standards and expectation of self, staff and students. Responsible for reinforcing positive student conduct and enforcing discipline as necessary; in accordance with governing board policy and due process to the rights of students. Assists in the in-service orientations and training of teachers with special responsibilities for staff administrative procedures and instruction. Prepares or supervises the preparation of all school records and reports for the school compliance with district, state and federal laws. Assumes responsibility for the attendance, conduct and health of students and supervises the maintenance of accurate records on the progress reports, student's attendance and parent information correspondence as needed. Assumes the responsibility for preparation, management and accountability for the school budget and monitors expenditures of funds generated by student activity and/or tax credit accounts Acts as liaison between the school and community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encouraging community participation in school activities. Attends and assists in the planning and development of special events held to recognize student achievement, athletics and school/community-sponsored events. Maintains open lines of communication between parents and teachers and facilitates meetings/conferences when appropriate. Conducts direct and frequent observations of the instructional programs. Establishes goals and objectives for school improvement plans based on analysis of student achievement data. Serves as a member of the District's Administrative team to reach solutions on District matters that relate to personnel, transportation, special educational and instructional support services. Assumes responsibility for personal professional growth and development through membership and participation in professional organizations and university coursework. Keeps abreast of changes and developments in education by attending professional meetings, networking and reading professional publications. Conducts direct and frequent observations of the instructional program and supervises the school's teaching process. Serves as an ex officio member of all committees and councils within own school. Organizes and administers the public relations program for own school. Organizes and administers the public relations program for own school. Delegates authority as needed to responsible personnel in the absence of the Principal. Organizes the school day, events and activities to ensure the maximum amount of time is dedicated to quality instruction. Leads in the development, monitoring, implementation and evaluation of the school's instructional program designed to meet the needs of students at their appropriate level of instruction. Collaborates with the high school District on a regular basis to enhance our student's preparedness and ensure students are transitioning appropriately. Responsible for the development and implementation of a professional development program for staff to utilize assessment results and enhance skills in teaching, learning, raising student achievement and improving school programs and services. Responsible for custodial personnel assigned to building and ensuring grounds and buildings are being well kept in an efficient, suitable manner. Assumes any other responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, reach, stand or walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and staff. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree or higher from accredited university preferred. Minimum of five years teaching experience. Experience in administering standardized and alternative assessments. Valid Arizona Administrator Certification. Any combination of education and experience equivalent. Knowledge of curriculum and current instructional programs. Such alternatives to the above qualifications that are found to be appropriate and acceptable may be substituted. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve months per year. Salary and work year to be established by the Board. Telecommute eligibility established by the Governing Board in accordance to Policies GCC & GDD. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board's Policy on evaluation of Administrative Personnel.

Created: 2026-03-10