Principal
Seguin Elementary School
Department:Foundation School Program / Job Status:Full Time
FLSA Status:Exempt / Reports To:Superintendent
Grade/Level: / Amount of Travel Required:25%
Job Type:Regular / Positions Supervised:Faculty and staff.
Work Schedule:
POSITION SUMMARY
Plan, direct, and coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of the learning community. Lead the school and learning community in implementing the philosophy, belief system and principles of the charter and the organization and moving towards achievement of the school and organization visions, missions and goals in the pursuit of excellence. Supervises the work of the faculty and staff in the school in order to meet the goals and objectives of the organization as well as the standards set by the state and federal government.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
• / Develop marketing plan for the opening and operation of new school in Seguin Community.
Develop community relationships to promote SWPS and opportunities for partnerships with the Seguin community facilitating the opening of the campus by August 1, 2016.
Provide primary leadership for the creation and maintenance of a positive work and learning environment.
• / Manage day-to-day operations of the school and related programs and supervises the work of the faculty and staff in the school in order to meet the goals and objectives of the organization as well as the standards set by the state and federal government.
• / Promote and implement the organizational philosophy as well as the school's educational vision in accordance with district policy, local, state and federal regulations and consistent with the needs of the students and staff as identified in the campus improvement plan
• / Consistently monitors the enrollment and attendance process to ensure that the school maintains its full enrollment status as well as the highest daily attendance percentage that is possible.
• / Recommends personnel actions related to placement, transfer, retention, promotion and dismissal.
• / Develops and administers the school budget based upon documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel and other fiscal needs.
• / Implements programs within budget limits, by maintaining fiscal control in allocating resources to accomplish the goals and objectives of the school.
• / Assist district leadership providing instructional leadership, resources and materials to support staff in accomplishing instructional goals and ensures that decisions are properly implemented.
• / Consistently manages all operations of the front office staff and holds staff accountable for following all district procedures and policies.
• / Provides leadership in addressing challenges facing the profession and pursues professional development activities.
• / Disseminates ideas and information to staff.
• / Communicates effectively and consistently with superintendent, cabinet and appropriate district office administration and staff.
• / Observes and insists that others observe professional ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Educators Code of Ethics.
• / Participate in special education-related activities such as attending meetings and providing support to special educators throughout the district.
• / Organize and direct committees of specialists, volunteers, and staff to provide technical and advisory assistance for programs.
• / Observe teaching methods and examine learning materials to evaluate and standardize curricula and teaching techniques, and to determine areas where improvement is needed.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
• / Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea.
• / Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• / Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• / Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• / Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• / Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
• / Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• / Strategic Planning - Ability to develop a vision for the future and create a culture in which the long range goals can be achieved.
• / Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• / Financial Aptitude - Ability to understand and explain economic and accounting information, prepare and manage budgets, and make sound long-term investment decisions.
• / Resource Management (People & Equipment) - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel.
• / Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
• / Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• / Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• / Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• / Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• / Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: / Master’s Degree with Texas Principal’s Certification or Mid-Management
Experience: / 3 plus years of experience in supervision is preferred
Prior Principal Experience, preferred.
Other Requirements: / Individual must be a proven problem solver with the ability to encourage others in collaborative problem solving.
Must be able to organize and manage multiple priorities and/or projects by using appropriate methodologies and tools.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain a positive working relationship with staff and management.
Southwest Preparatory School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable deferral, state and local laws. Additionally, retaliation against individuals who opposes such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation is prohibited.
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