Job Description

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Principal for Smoke Rise Elementary.

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Title: Principal, Elementary School

Lead the development and implementation of the school's vision, manage daily operations, and ensure a safe learning environment while serving as the chief executive and instructional authority. Oversee educational functions, staff evaluations, student discipline, professional development, and community relations. Provide strategic input on the organization's long and short-term plans, translating plans into objectives for the assigned function and aligning assigned teams towards common goals.

Essential Job Duties:

The following duties are representative for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Tasks and responsibilities will be in concurrence with implementing the Strategic Plan and Aligned Management System. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Shape a vision of academic success for all students, ensuring a safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Manage daily operations to maintain safety and order within the school premises.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures that enhance school culture and boost academic performance.
• Establish effective communication channels with students, parents, educators, and community stakeholders.
• Monitor the school's financial resources and budgets to guarantee fiscal accountability and efficient fund utilization.
• Provide strategic input on the broader educational plan by setting objectives for the school's function within it.
• Ensure safety protocols are in place to protect all students and staff members on campus.
• Analyze data to inform decisions and improve practices.
• Support the professional growth of staff by providing direction, support, and constructive feedback.
• Provide input into overall financial plans, maintaining fiscal accountability.
• Provide guidance to the teams, including through times of risk and uncertainty, aligning teams towards common goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Education, Education Administration, or closely related area from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university required.
• Minimum three (3) years of administrative leadership experience required.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above required. If a level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above certificate is not held, the individual must be eligible for the NPL certificate in educational leadership.