Substitute Principal

Category:  Substitute

Summary

Serves as the instructional and organizational leader of the local elementary, middle, or high school

Essential Duties

• Sets the general tone of the school
• Coordinates parent groups such as P.T.S.A. and the School Advisory Committee
• Represents the school to the community at large
• Works with the assistant principal, counselors, and faculty to establish and maintain an educational program consistent with the District’s philosophy, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
• Prepares budgets for the general school account
• Approves and supervises all expenditures within the school; signs checks, vouchers, and purchase orders
• Assumes responsibility for the financial solvency of the school
• Interviews, recommends employment, supervises, and evaluates all school personnel
• Establishes rules and regulations for proper student conduct that are consistent with the policies of the Board and maintains student discipline
• Assess the strengths of the school, identifies the weaknesses, and takes supportive or corrective action as the situation demands
• Prepares 5-year projections for periodic evaluations, defining goals and redefining objectives commensurate with changes in the school population
• Oversees maintenance and general upkeep of the school facility and grounds
• Maintains professional growth through reading, participation in professional organizations and/or activities
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

Master’s Degree in Education

Certification/Licensure

Must hold or be eligible for the appropriate Georgia Leadership Certification in the area of Educational Leadership

Experience Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of successful experience in public school administration and/or supervision plus a minimum of 3 years successful experience as a classroom teacher required; Classroom experience at the same level as posted position preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to organize programs, personnel, and activities required for productive learning in the school
• Ability to relate to a wide variety of people and to observe, listen, and provide leadership which results in the best possible teaching and learning atmosphere
• Ability to manage financial, material, and human resources effectively
• Proven ability to make recommendations on various topics, detailed, controversial, simple, or complex
• Ability to develop implement, monitor, and evaluate program goals and initiatives
• Ability to exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive information
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Working Conditions

• Normal office and school environment

Physical Demands

• Routine physical activity associated with normal office and school environment

Posting ID:  35112

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone 470-254-4585.TTY 1-800-255-0135.

Nearest Major Market: Atlanta

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Fulton County Schools - 6201 Powers Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30339 - 470-254-3600