Administrators will be hired by the board to assist the superintendent in the day-to-day operations of the school district.
Each attendance center will have a building principal responsible for the administration and operation of the attendance center. Each building principal, as chief administrator
of the assigned attendance center, is responsible for the building and grounds, for the students and employees assigned to the attendance center, for school activities at the
attendance center, for the education program offered in the attendance center, and the budget for the attendance center. The principal is considered the professional advisor to
the superintendent in matters pertaining to the attendance center supervised by the principal. Although the principals serve under the direction of the superintendent, duties of
the principal may include, but not be limited to the following:
Secondary Principal
- Structure and make use of regular and systematic classroom observations to increase teacher effectiveness demanding high quality of performance from all staff members.
- Provide leadership and supervision of certified staff and encourage creative and innovative instruction.
- Assume responsibility for the implementation and observance of all Board policies and regulations by the school’s staff and students.
- Make recommendations concerning the school’s administration and instruction.
- Responsible for keeping the Superintendent’s office informed of all pertinent information regarding all phases of the school operation.
- Report to the superintendent regarding the needs of the school with respect to personnel, curriculum, budgeting needs and the physical plant.
- Assist in the recruiting, screening, hiring, training, assigning, in-service orientation, evaluating, and dismissing of the school’s professional staff and classified staff as outlined by the Board Policy and negotiated agreement.
- Assist in the development, revision, and evaluation of the curriculum and interpret school goals and objectives to students, teachers, and parents.
- Assist in the general supervision and maintenance of the physical plant and grounds.
- Assist in the in-service orientation and training of teachers, with special responsibility for staff administrative procedures and instructions.
- Make arrangements for special conferences between parents and teachers.
- Prepare and submit the school’s budgetary requests, and monitor expenditures and funds.
- Conduct meetings of the staff as necessary for proper functioning of the school.
- Participate in principals’ meetings, board meetings, and such other meetings as required or appropriate.
- Supervise the maintenance of accurate records on the progress and attendance of students.
- Maintain high standards of student conduct and enforce discipline as necessary, affording due process for the rights of students.
- Assist the Activities’ Director with the supervision and evaluation of the school’s extracurricular programs.
- Supervise the preparation of reports, records, lists, and all other paper work required or appropriate to the school’s administration.
- Act as liaison between the school and the community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encouraging community participation in school life.
- Keep public informed through good public relation techniques.
- Help coordinate building use by school personnel or outside groups.
- Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
- Develop professional support and a good working relationship with all staff members.
- Participate in administrative groups at the AEA and state levels.
- Participate in Management Team meetings and activities.
- Maintain confidentiality in the school operation.
- Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, board policies and administrative rules.
- Supervise the school’s teaching process.
- Approve the master teaching schedule and any special assignments.
Specifications/Qualifications:
A master’s degree, with a major in educational administration.
A valid state certificate to practice as a secondary school principal.
Current Evaluator Approval and DDL
Physical Requirements:
Pre-employment Physical
Elementary Principal
- Structure regular and systematic classroom observations to increase teacher effectiveness; demanding high quality of performance from all staff members.
- Provide leadership and supervision of certified and noncertified staff and encourage creative and innovative instruction.
- Interpret, execute and support Board Policy and administrative regulations keeping staff informed of changes in policy and procedures which affect them.
- Provide leadership in the improvement of the total educational program within the school community.
- Assist in the implementation of school curriculum and the evaluation of instructional materials.
- Interpret school goals and objectives to students, teachers and parents.
- Plan, schedule, and assign duties to all staff members.
- Assist in screening, hiring, in-service orientation, assigning, evaluating, and dismissing school staff as outlined by the Board Policy and negotiated agreement.
- Delegate authority and responsibility where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate records as required by federal, state and local officials.
- Assist in the general supervision and maintenance of the physical plant and grounds.
- Provide for the school’s total needs in requisitioning equipment and supplies within the funds allocated.
- Assist in the development and administration of the budget in the area of responsibility.
- Recognize accomplishments and achievements of students and staff.
- Assist in the implementation of supportive services in meeting the needs of students and staff.
- Plan and supervise fire drills and emergency preparedness program.
- Maintain high standards of student conduct and enforce discipline as necessary according to due process.
- Supervise the maintenance of accurate records on the progress and attendance of students.
- Conduct meetings of the staff as appropriate for proper functioning of the school.
- Develop a professional rapport and good working relationship with all staff members.
- Maintain a positive image for the school as well as good public relations within the community.
- Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
- Be involved in administrative groups at the area educational agency and state levels.
- Participate in Management Team meetings and activities.
- Demonstrate organization and professionalism in fulfilling the responsibilities of the job.
- Greet all students, faculty, staff, and visitors courteously.
- Maintain a positive rapport with students, staff and the community.
- Cooperate with and work in a courteous manner with co-workers and other personnel.
- Dress appropriately for the position and work required.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude toward school, students and job and communicate the same to the community.
- Accept constructive criticism and suggestions and seek to improve each performance responsibility.
- Maintain confidentiality in the school operation.
- Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, board policies and administrative rules.
- Assume responsibility for the observance and/or implementation of all Board Policies and Administrative Regulations.
- Establish and maintain effective learning climate in the school.
- Direct the activities of non-certified staff members and student teachers.
- Prepare and/or supervise the preparation of reports, records, and all other necessary paper work.
- Delegate authority to responsible personnel when necessary and appropriate.
- Work with various members of the central administrative staff on problems/projects of district wide importance.
- Report to the central office regularly concerning the needs of the school with respect to personnel, transportation, equipment, supplies and curriculum.
- Consult regularly for the services of resource personnel so that professional staff can receive effective assistance when needed.
- Maintain and control the funds generated by student activities and auxiliary services.
- Cooperate with college and university officials regarding teacher training and preparation.
- Provide for accurate inventories of property and for the security of the property.
- Keep the superintendent informed of events and activities of an unusual nature, as well as routine matters related to the superintendent’s accountability.
Specifications/Qualifications:
A master’s degree with a major in educational administration.
A valid state certificate to practice as an elementary school principal.
Current Evaluator Approval and DDL
Physical Requirements:
Pre-employment Physical
This list of duties will not act to limit the board's authority and responsibility over the position of the administrators. In executing these duties and others the board may delegate, the administrators will consider the school district's financial condition as well as the needs of the students in the school district.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 279.8, .21, .23A (2007).
281 I.A.C. 12.4(5), .4(6), .4(7).
Cross Reference: 301 Administrative Structure
303 Administrative Employee
Approved 1-19-2008
Reviewed 11/20/23
Revised
