Principal Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

The Principal is responsible for all aspects of school operations as well as the supervision of school staff and managing delivery of quality educational programming. The Principal is responsible for opening/closing the school at least 50% of the time.

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Requirements & Skills 1

Must be Principal qualified according to state regulations.
- Bachelor’s Degree required in Education, Child Development, or related field.
- Two (2) years in licensed childcare with at least one (1) year as a Principal in licensed childcare.
- Licenses, certificates, or specialized training that are required by state law or regulatory agencies. For example CDA, CPR, ECE units, law enforcement clearance, etc.

Job summary 2

We are currently looking to fill the position of Principal with a qualified individual.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Oversee the daily operations of a school
Work directly with the staff, training, supervising, and evaluating the staff, working to produce smooth day-to-day internal operations
Provide leadership in curriculum development and implement educational programs
Keep abreast of current educational trends and implement them as deemed appropriate for the school by attending workshops/seminars and/or recommending continuing education workshops for the teachers
Work to build a rapport with the parents/guardians and community. He/she will be the primary spokesperson for the school and will provide information to prospective families and the community.
- Oversee the evaluation of student progress and systems for communicating with parents/guardians
- Work with the faculty to develop and implement procedures for tracking student progress and for intervening early when concerns are identified
- Conduct regular staff meetings to encourage the faculty as well as to address any issues

Requirements & Skills 2

Excellent communication skills and a team builder encouraging collaboration among the School Board, staff, and the community
Well-organized and committed
Creative and energetic
Bachelor's Degree or higher in education, teaching, school administration, or in a needed subject area with the willingness to obtain teacher certification
- Preferred experience in teaching or school administration
- Preferred teaching license/certification
- Must pass all background checks

Job summary 3

The Principal is responsible for setting the vision for achieving and sustaining high levels of student achievement and strategically implementing the school's mission through effective leadership of all stakeholders, including faculty, staff, student, parents, and the community. The Principal oversees all aspects of the instructional program, school environment, and the operational/fiscal health of the school.

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Requirements & Skills 3

Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience, with at least 2 years of leadership experience in an elementary school.
3 to 5 years of Administrative and Supervisory experience required
3 to 5 years of working experience in a director position preferred
- Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid Training/Code Blue Lock-Down training
- Experience in handling enrollment, client relationships, strong service attitude, and parent conferences at the school level
- Experience in handling all HR issues.

Job summary 4

The ideal Principal candidate is a dynamic and visionary instructional leader committed to changing the predictable patterns of academic performance for students. This leader will work diligently to close the opportunity gap through collaboration with students, families, staff, and community partners to ensure high student achievement using equity-focused practices and a distributed leadership model.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Understand trends within and across classrooms, grade levels, content areas, and student sub-groups to inform the creation and regular monitoring of priority plans
Support APs/Deans to differentiate planning, interventions, and coaching of teams to ensure all of our students achieve high levels of academic success
- Effectively build high-performing individuals and teams aligned to the network vision for distributed and data-driven leadership to align stakeholders around the site and network vision and aligned actions.
- Regularly analyze formal and informal data to inform leadership decision-making, streamline two-way communication, and build teacher leadership capacity.
- Hire and develop a diverse team and build capacity in self and others to engage across lines of difference such that staff reflect the community we serve and collaboratively work to build an inclusive environment that ensures all stakeholders thrive while focusing on high levels of student achievement.

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Job summary 5

The Principal candidate must possess exceptional leadership skills and have a proven ability to build alliances that engage parents, teachers, students, board members, and the larger community. Candidates must possess experienced financial management skills, as well as an ability to recruit, hire, manage, and retain quality personnel and staff. Candidates must be willing to engage in fundraising on behalf of the organization and be articulate and enthusiastic spokespersons for the school and its programs.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Maintain oversight of school operations including the curriculum and learning outcomes, human resources, quality assurance, annual budget, and facility operations.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with families, the community, and the school board.
- Provide strong leadership, communication, management, and analytical skills.
- Provide highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.

Requirements & Skills 5

Previous teaching and/or administrative experience in educational or non-profit-related fields.
Excellent organizational, collaborative, and oral/written communication skills.
- Experience in conflict resolution and innovative problem-solving.
- Experience with fundraising and community engagement.
- Deep love for children and a strong commitment to education in our community.

Job summary 6

This Principal position has supervisory responsibility and creates a unifying workforce vision that brings Team Member Development, Performance Management, and Succession Planning together at our campus. The Principal plans develops and implements programs and services for the school. The Principal is empowered to execute school policies and procedures. The Principal is responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and facilitating the implementation of projects in support of policies, goals, and objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Requirements & Skills 6

Holds a valid Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card.
- Has earned a Master’s Degree in Education /Administration/Educational Leadership.
- Holds a valid Principal Certification in-state.
- Preferred three or more years of teaching experience in a variety of grade levels.

Job summary 7

Direct and manage the instructional programs and supervise operations and personnel at the campus level. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service. Oversee compliance with district policies, the success of instructional programs, and the operation of all campus activities.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions.
Regularly consult the campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus educational programs.
Include students and community representatives in the school planning process when appropriate.
Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
Foster collegiality among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in the decision-making process.
- Provide two-way communication with the superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.
- Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to staff and students.
- Ensure the effective and quick resolution of conflicts.

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Job summary 8

The Principal serves as the educational leader, responsible for managing laws, policies, regulations, and procedures to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe learning environment that meets the approved curricula and mission of the school district. Achieving academic excellence requires that the school Principal work collaboratively to direct and nurture all members of the school to communicate effectively with parents/guardians and the community.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Supervision and evaluation of licensed and classified staff, student performance, public relations, team development, instructional leadership, discretionary budget management, and staffing.
- Leadership in curriculum and instruction, school operations and management, hiring of personnel, staff development, student supervision, and discipline, extracurricular activities, emergency procedures, ensuring compliance with all laws, state and district policies and procedures, athletics and OSAA activities oversight, and budget management.
- The candidate will be a visionary leader, motivator, and strong collaborator with the desire, knowledge, and experience to work with diverse populations.
- The candidate will be able to communicate effectively and develop strong relationships with students, staff, and the community, will demonstrate a passion for student learning, embrace creativity and innovation, commit to ongoing instructional improvement, and make student success a priority.

Requirements & Skills 8

Minimum of five years of experience as an educator.
Administrative Licensure or evidence of eligibility.
Curriculum and instructional leadership skills.
Ability to lead school improvement efforts using data and researched-based practices
Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Effective management skills for school operations.
- Expertise in personnel selection, management, evaluation, and staff development.
- Knowledgeable about state and federal laws or programs, for equitable education outcomes.

Job summary 9

We are looking for a Principal to join our team.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Requirements & Skills 9

Valid Principal Certificate
Fingerprint clearance
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Visionary leadership skills
- Ability to motivate others
- Ability to develop new ideas and goals that are complementary to staff and students’ abilities
- MA in Education Administration

Job summary 10

We are actively seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Principal. The successful candidate will collaboratively lead staff and maintain instructional leadership ensuring the success of all students and the implementation of a positive school culture. Our principals are strong facilitators and communicators, skilled at energizing groups of people to achieve common objectives. You will communicate frequently and effectively with all stakeholders and ensure human and fiscal resources are aligned with our primary purpose: exceptional student learning. You will have strong listening skills and be supportive of your school and district team while promoting a widely shared belief that every child is an exceptional learner who deserves expert instruction in a positive school environment.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

School leadership/administration.
- Leading in a racially, culturally, linguistically, and economically diverse community.
- An understanding of special education processes and protocols.
- Using effective communication skills to listen, learn, and lead.

Requirements & Skills 10

A passion for serving elementary school children and families.
Experience as an exceptional school educator.
A personable, sincere, and authentic personality.
An uplifting sense of humor.
Strong organizational skills to proactively prioritize and manage both routine and novel circumstances.
A growth mindset when leading for student and adult success.
- Hold, or be able to obtain, an Administrative license.
- Record of increasingly responsible education positions.
- Understanding of curriculum standards.

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