Grammar School Principal - Winterville - The Covenant School

Description

Overview

Job Description: Grammar School Principal Definition: An immediate assistant to the Head of School (HOS) aiding in the areas of upper-level management decisions, as well as providing visionary classical educational leadership and management of the Grammar School division (grades JK-6). Status: Full-time, salaried

Required Professional Credentials

• Hold a graduate degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited postsecondary institution, or be willing to participate in a program to complete such a degree within a specified time period
• Have a minimum of six years of successful classroom teaching or administrative experience, preferably in a Classical Christian school
• Possess an active classical teacher or administrator certification recognized by SCL, ACCS, or equivalent or be willing to participate in a program to complete such a certification within a specified time period
• Demonstrate a reasonable level of computer literacy with an enthusiasm to continue learning modern technologies appropriate to job functions
• Maintain current infant/child CPR and first aid certification

Required Personal Qualities

• Embody an enthusiastic commitment to the classical model of education as a visionary, encourager, and a self-starter with a high energy level
• Sign and live by the school's Statement on Marriage, Gender and Sexuality (attached)
• Have the spiritual maturity, academic ability, and personal leadership qualities to "train up a child in the way he should go" (Prov. 22:6, ESV)
• Demonstrate genuine sensitivity toward staff, parents, volunteers, and children, and the ability to interact effectively with them
• Understand the importance of discernment, discretion, and confidentiality in the operation of the school

Essential Job Functions — Accountabilities

• Leadership
  • In conjunction with the HOS, communicate the vision of CCS to staff, students, families and community
  • In the absence of the HOS, may be appointed as the acting HOS by the HOS or the CCS School Board
  • Attend weekly admin meetings with the HOS and administrators
  • Support/lead department meetings
• Operations and Communications
  • Follow up on teacher "days off requests" (ensure substitute coverage and sub plans left)
  • In conjunction with the HOS, keep the faculty and staff informed and seek ideas for the improvement of the school; conduct meetings as necessary for proper functioning
  • When requested by the Director of Admissions or HOS, interview new Lower School students to evaluate for admissions
  • Perform daily walk-throughs to monitor facilities and students
  • Assist in any necessary capacity in aid to the Head of School
  • Review End of Year Checklists
• Planning and Development
  • Establish and maintain a tickler file of monthly activities
  • Work with HOS to plan, coordinate, and oversee Lower School schedules, including field trips
  • Plan and lead professional development activities for Lower School teachers and support staff
  • Oversee administration of the Lower School testing schedule
  • Lower School Chapel: coordinate speakers, work with music director to ensure program continuity, and present information as needed
  • Organize the daily meeting "Fish Bowl" (prayer time) from 7:25 am to 7:35 am
  • Assist in master schedule planning
  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee morning duty and After Care supervision at Lower School
  • Oversee the carline to ensure it functions properly
  • Review and submit recommendations for changes to CCS handbook and policy/personnel handbook
  • Update substitute handbook and coordinate substitute teachers (update approved substitute list, recruit new substitutes, interview candidates, and facilitate training)
  • Oversee the substitute planning notebooks
  • Identify new areas needing standardized policies/procedures and work with appropriate personnel to create and implement those policies/procedures
  • Work with HOS, teachers and staff on events: New Parent Orientation, New Teacher Orientation, Grandparents Day, National Day of Prayer Activities, Lessons and Carols, School-Wide Spelling Bee, Lower School poetry recital, Spring Concerts JK-1 and programs), Lower School Awards program
  • Coordinate Lower School class lists JK-6
  • Assign rooms to Lower School faculty
  • Assist in coordinating the summer reading list with HOS, Academic Dean and Classical Instructional Specialist
• Academics
  • Review LS report cards and comments before sending out
  • Visit classrooms regularly to ensure effective classically sound instruction, best teaching practices, and student engagement
  • Evaluate new teachers at least twice during the first two quarters
  • Observe and evaluate Lower School teachers and specials teachers (Latin, art, choir, music, library/reading and PE) at least once per semester
  • Collect and review annual professional development plans and set performance goals
  • Collect and review weekly lesson plans to ensure Classically sound pedagogy
  • Lead, coach, and exhort teachers to deliver excellence in instruction and classroom management
  • Provide oversight to the Lower School Interventional and Specials Staff
  • FACTS / RENWEB: ensure grades updated weekly, review report cards for comments and grades, address issues with teachers, ensure appropriate weights, suggest remediation, review department staff lesson plans
  • Attend and support teachers at bi-weekly departmental meetings
• Parent Student Relations
  • Set up and attend parent requested meetings with teachers/administrators
  • Enforce dress, discipline, and attendance guidelines
  • Confer with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies, and student behavioral or learning problems
  • Discipline students in the Lower School regarding academic and social concerns
  • Coordinate "Room Moms"
  • Coordinate with Parent – Student Foundation (PSF) for upcoming year (leadership roles, committees, tasks, and needs)
• Professional and Spiritual Standards
  • Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents and school personnel
  • Maintain accurate personnel records
  • Build relationships with like-minded institutions to benefit the school; promote high standards and biblical truth for all students and staff
• Additional Duties or Responsibilities
  • Other responsibilities as required by the HOS

Physical Requirements

• Some parts of the facilities are located upstairs; must be able to ascend and descend stairs occasionally
• Ability to occasionally lift 25 lbs
• Working hours: 7:20 am – 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday during the normal school year (Aug 1 to about first week of June); Summer hours 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Tuesday to Thursday; may adjust as needed

How to Apply

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