Position Vacancy for 2020-2021 School Year

Full-time Middle School Principal at Schroeder Middle School.

CONTRACT:  46 weeks (August - June)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Meets North Dakota Credential Requirements for Middle School Principal (Currently - Elementary or Secondary Principal Credential acceptable)
• Master's Degree
• Teaching experience
• Administrative experience required

REPORTS TO:   Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education

SUPERVISES:    All staff and students of the school

MAJOR PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:  The role of the Principal is to supervise the overall operation of the school, giving direction and supervision to the educational program, implementing the policies of the school board, and carrying out the directives of the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education.  The responsibilities of the Principal include:

Leadership

• Identify, pursue, and coordinate the use of all resources to achieve the school’s mission and goals.
• Create an environment that contributes to the desired performance of students and teachers in accordance with the school’s philosophy and mission statement. 
• Provide professional growth opportunities for all staff members at the building level.
• Implement a school improvement process. 
• Serve on committees as assigned by Central Administration.
• Participate in local, state, and national professional organizations.
• Keep current with trends, issues, and practices in education at the local, state, and national level.

Curriculum and Instruction

• Assist in selection, development and implementation of curriculum.
• Assist teachers, parents, and students in developing appropriate educational plans for students.
• Provide and coordinate diverse co-curricular program for all students.
• Work with Special Education Department in the referral, staffing, and placement of special needs students. 

Management

• Oversee the administration of all programs and develop the master schedule.
• Implement the policies of the School Board and directives from Central Administration.
• Maintain student discipline consistent with school rules and policies as annually outlined and updated in the student handbook.
• Maintain an accurate pupil record and reporting system.
• Administer the building budget and account for all expenditures.
• Maintain an accurate inventory.
• Complete local, state, and federal reports.
• Supervise all areas of the plant and grounds.
• Participate in planning and supervising construction and renovations to the school plant.
• Prepare for emergency situations and communicate and practice emergency drills as appropriate. 

Personnel

• Recruit, select, and orientate and train all personnel in the building.
• Delegate duties to certified and non-certified staff, supervise and evaluate staff according to district and state regulations. 

Communication

• Maintain communications with building and district personnel, community organizations and media; and collaborate with other educational and social agencies and the community.
• Encourage and promote parent involvement in the school.
• Provide appropriate written communications:  school newsletters, handbook, etc.
• Supervise the planning and promotion of school activities.

Applicants must attach the following documents:

1. Resume including a reference list
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts
4. Credentials/License

Current Benefit information can be found at https://www.gfschools.org/Page/596

The Principals and Associate Principals Agreement can be viewed at https://www.gfschools.org/Page/602

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