REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Master’s Degree in an approved program which qualifies for principal certification with the state of South Dakota. Current, valid South Dakota Teaching Certificate.

Experience: Minimum five years of teaching experience at level pertaining to assignment. Previous administrative experience preferred.

Physical Requirements: Constant hand-eye/mind-eye coordination. Frequent walking, keyboarding, speaking, writing, bending, carrying, pushing, pulling, sitting, stooping, and turning. Some lifting up to 30 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Other Requirements: Knowledge of the best educational practices and effective school research at level of assignment. Excellent written and verbal communication, strategic planning, problem solving, organizational, time management, and conflict resolution skills. Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, email, and internet. Ability to keep information confidential.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES:
1. Responsible for the daily management and operations of assigned building.
2. Enforces district policy, school guidelines, state and federal laws, and administrative directives; administering discipline when appropriate.
3. Manages the hiring process for certified and educational classified staff; assigns staff accordingly.
4. Responsible for supervision and evaluation of certified and educational classified staff.
5. Coordinates student orientation.
6. Develops school schedule.
7. Promotes and supervises an effective instructional program consistent with the district’s curriculum.
8. Monitors student achievement and works with teachers to improve student performance.
9. Assists Curriculum Director with curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.
10. Responsible for administering building budget and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
11. Establishes and maintains positive relationships with parent organizations, community members, civic, service, and professional organizations.
12. Plans and conducts staff and department meetings.
13. Plans and implements staff development activities.
14. Responsible for the security and safety of students and staff.
15. Communicates with staff, parents, students, and community members about school activities.
16. Attends and supervises student activities.
17. Enforces district policy, school guidelines, state and federal laws, and administrative directives; administering discipline when appropriate.
18. Attends required meetings.
19. Prepares reports as required.
20. Follows and supports district goals and missions.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.

TERM:                 210 Contract Days
REPORTS TO:     Superintendent