Secondary School Principal - Carson City, United States - Douglas County School District

Description

SALARY RANGE:
SITE ADMINISTRATOR & DEAN/ATHLETIC DIRECTOR SALARY SCHEDULE

$90,661 - $127,811 (ELEMENTARY)
$96,399 - $135,572 (SECONDARY)


BENEFITS:
Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
No State Tax


FLSA STATUS

EXEMPT

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:

PRINCIPAL

REPORTS TO:

SUPERINTENDENT

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
212 DAYS/YEAR (ELEMENTARY)
222 DAYS/YEAR (SECONDARY)


SALARY RANGE:
SITE ADMINISTRATOR & DEAN/ATHLETIC DIRECTOR SALARY SCHEDULE

$90,661 - $127,811 (ELEMENTARY)
$96,399 - $135,572 (SECONDARY)


BENEFITS:
Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
No State Tax


FLSA STATUS

EXEMPT

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under general direction of the Superintendent, the Principal performs administrative work of substantial difficulty in planning, organizing and directing the activities of a school in support of the District's Strategic Plan; provides leadership in developing a vision for the school; coordinate the school's competency-based educational program that promotes student achievement and the development of people and teams; responsible for all aspects of the school operation that includes but is not limited to: instruction, curriculum, staff supervision and evaluation, staff development, preparing and managing a budget, student discipline, student safety, recordkeeping, public relations, and maintenance of building and ground.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Direct, oversee and participate in the activities of the school in support of the district's competency-based educational program; monitor, articulate, and evaluate program process and outcomes.

Support, implement, and monitor curriculum, instruction and assessment activities.

Develop, implement and monitor the school's Site Accountability Committee (SAC) and the Student Achievement Plan (SAP).

Develop, plan and implement school goals and objectives for the health, safety, discipline, and conduct of students as established by district policies and procedures; initiate, design, implement, evaluate and supervise student and school-sponsored activities, including extra/co-curricular activities consistent with the educational goals of the school district and the school population served.

Establish an effective learning climate that is student-centered and recognizes the uniqueness of each individual student; develop and coordinate a system for maintaining appropriate student conduct in order to provide an orderly safe environment conducive to learning; enforce student discipline as necessary, according to Board policy and due process rights of students.

Direct activities of the school's certificated and classified staff in the performance of their duties to ensure a high quality educational program; supervise, appraise, evaluate and counsel staff to translate the district and school's educational philosophy, goals and objectives into actions that directly benefit the student; provide or coordinate staff training; work with staff to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.

Work with Personnel Services administrative staff in the recruitment, screening, hiring, orientation, training and assigning of the school's certified and classified personnel to ensure the selection of the best qualified candidates.

Supervise and participate in the development and administration of the school's budget; prepare and submit the school's budgetary requests and monitor expenditures of funds in the decentralized school budget in order to maintain, control, and account for the effective and efficient use of funds and student activity funds and to promote the educational goals of the school; implement adjustments as needed.

Support teachers who direct the work of student teachers to ensure that the teaching experience is a learning experience for students.

Remain current regarding changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals; discuss problems of mutual interest with others in the field to ensure quality leadership.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:

PRINCIPAL

REPORTS TO:

SUPERINTENDENT

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
212 DAYS/YEAR (ELEMENTARY)
222 DAYS/YEAR (SECONDARY)


SALARY RANGE:
SITE ADMINISTRATOR & DEAN/ATHLETIC DIRECTOR SALARY SCHEDULE

$90,661 - $127,811 (ELEMENTARY)
$96,399 - $135,572 (SECONDARY)


BENEFITS:
Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
No State Tax


FLSA STATUS

EXEMPT

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under general direction of the Superintendent, the Principal performs administrative work of substantial difficulty in planning, organizing and directing the activities of a school in support of the District's Strategic Plan; provides leadership in developing a vision for the school; coordinate the school's competency-based educational program that promotes student achievement and the development of people and teams; responsible for all aspects of the school operation that includes but is not limited to: instruction, curriculum, staff supervision and evaluation, staff development, preparing and managing a budget, student discipline, student safety, recordkeeping, public relations, and maintenance of building and ground.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Direct, oversee and participate in the activities of the school in support of the district's competency-based educational program; monitor, articulate, and evaluate program process and outcomes.

Support, implement, and monitor curriculum, instruction and assessment activities.

Develop, implement and monitor the school's Site Accountability Committee (SAC) and the Student Achievement Plan (SAP).

Develop, plan and implement school goals and objectives for the health, safety, discipline, and conduct of students as established by district policies and procedures; initiate, design, implement, evaluate and supervise student and school-sponsored activities, including extra/co-curricular activities consistent with the educational goals of the school district and the school population served.

Establish an effective learning climate that is student-centered and recognizes the uniqueness of each individual student; develop and coordinate a system for maintaining appropriate student conduct in order to provide an orderly safe environment conducive to learning; enforce student discipline as necessary, according to Board policy and due process rights of students.

Direct activities of the school's certificated and classified staff in the performance of their duties to ensure a high quality educational program; supervise, appraise, evaluate and counsel staff to translate the district and school's educational philosophy, goals and objectives into actions that directly benefit the student; provide or coordinate staff training; work with staff to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.

Work with Personnel Services administrative staff in the recruitment, screening, hiring, orientation, training and assigning of the school's certified and classified personnel to ensure the selection of the best qualified candidates.

Supervise and participate in the development and administration of the school's budget; prepare and submit the school's budgetary requests and monitor expenditures of funds in the decentralized school budget in order to maintain, control, and account for the effective and efficient use of funds and student activity funds and to promote the educational goals of the school; implement adjustments as needed.

Support teachers who direct the work of student teachers to ensure that the teaching experience is a learning experience for students.

Remain current regarding changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals; discuss problems of mutual interest with others in the field to ensure quality leadership.

Delegate authority to appropriate personnel to assume responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal to guarantee continuity of program and security.

Develop and maintain a program of parent and community relations, interpreting activities and policies of the school to encourage parent and community participation in the school; create positive support, understanding and participation for continued school improvement.

Work with appropriate district office administrative personnel regarding school needs, such as curriculum, personnel, financial and accounting functions; coordinate support services cooperatively with transportation, maintenance, computer services, food service and security.

Plan and supervise health, safety, and emergency procedures for the school to ensure the well-being of students and faculty.

Supervise the maintenance of accurate records of student progress and attendance for educational monitoring, district reporting, and legal requirements.

Participate in IEP meetings; coordinate special services and related school support services.

Serve as member of the District's Leadership Team and participate in its deliberations; participate in school board and other administrative meetings as required or appropriate; serve on committees as necessary.

Prepare such reports as may be required by statute and regulation and keep the Superintendent and other appropriate district office personnel informed of all the school's activities and problems.

Direct procedures for student registration, scheduling, orientation, transition, grading and reporting.

Develop and recognize outstanding employees by monitoring the personal and professional growth of each member; create a climate in which staff is encouraged to enjoy their work, develop their potential and take on new and challenging activities.

Assume responsibility for the implementation, communication and observance of all Board policies and administrative procedures by the school's staff and students in order to meet state statutes and ensure consistent and equitable governance.

Respond to and resolve conflicts and difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform related duties as assigned.


WORK CONTACTS
Frequent contact with teachers, students, parents, district staff, and state personnel is required. Contact with subordinates to manage and coach.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Demonstrated knowledge of modern principles and practices of public school administration; of state and federal laws, rules and regulations governing public education, particularly the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504; of principles and practices of shared decision making; of successful school philosophies and practices; of effective organizational and management practices as applied to the evaluation and assessment of teacher performance and clinical supervision; of methods, materials and techniques employed in a competency-based educational program.

SKILL IN
Evaluating and assessing teacher performance, human relations, conflict resolution, communications, leadership, organizational theory and promoting multicultural awareness and commitment. Skill in the use of a microcomputer and related software.


ABILITY TO
Coordinate the school's educational program consistent with the District's Strategic Plan.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, administrators, Board members, outside agencies, school staff, parents and the general public.

Develop and/or coordinate staff development plans.

Strengthen staff morale.

Analyze and evaluating information accurately, and in expressing ideas clearly, when providing oral or written reports and recommendations.

Establish and maintain a position of leadership.

Plan, organize, and coordinate activities/professional development for all special services staff.

Demonstrate a high level of self-confidence, initiative, self-direction, and motivation.

Conduct research, analyze findings, develop sound conclusions, and prepare comprehensive reports and plans.

Work independently and handle multiple priorities.

Meet deadlines.

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with school officials, administrators, outside agencies, school staff, parents and the general public.

Appropriately handle stress and interact with others.

Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Work is performed under the administrative direction of the School Superintendent. Work is reviewed through conferences and reports relating to accomplishment of broad program objectives and effectiveness of service delivery. The School Superintendent shall at least annually evaluate the Principal's performance.


SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision is exercised directly, or through subordinate supervisors, over all certified and classified staff at the school site.


CONDITIONS OF WORK
Work is performed under the following conditions:

Exposure to climate-controlled office settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat. May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud and occasional to frequent time periods. May involve work in crowded environments.

Hazards:

Office/Classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment), and power/hand operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).

SAFETY SENSITIVE:

YES

NO
X

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Progressively responsible and successful administrative experience in public school administration supplemented by five (5) years successful classroom teaching experience in an educational environment; college education (Master's Degree) with emphasis in curriculum, leadership and administration, instruction, school finance and law; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Nevada driver's license is required.
A valid Nevada teaching license.
Nevada School Administrator Endorsement.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL/INTELLECTUAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical and mental/intellectual requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Those requirements include:
Strength, dexterity, and coordination to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods. Sedentary to heavy exertion of force involving 10-25 pounds frequently with up to 50 pounds occasionally. May involve negligible up to significant stand/walk/push/pull/carry.

May involve climbing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities.

Mobility to work in a typical classroom setting and use standard classroom equipment.

The ability to interact professionally, communicates effectively, and exchange information accurately with all internal and external members of the school community.

In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.

Applicants and incumbents are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.


EMPLOYEE PUNCTUALITY AND APPEARANCE

In order for DCSD schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.

Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator.

All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of DCSD and is appropriate for their position.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Douglas County School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed/religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, age, veterans or military status, or political affiliation in admission to or access to, treatment or employment, or participation in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups, pursuant to federal and state laws including, but not limited to, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA), and the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act.

The Douglas County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment, which includes recruiting and hiring practices, working conditions, training, promotion, and terms and conditions of employment.

Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation(s) during any step of the screening process or who have questions about qualifications should notify a representative in Human Resources.

Notification may be made in person, in writing, or by calling

The Superintendent of Douglas County School District has designated the following position to handle inquiries regarding student and employee non-discrimination policies:

Postings current as of 3/26/2024 5:33:55 PM CST.
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