Intermediate School Principal
Central Dewitt Community Schools
Intermediate School Principal JobID: 330
+ Position Type:
Administration/ Principal
+ Date Posted:
2/21/2025
+ Location:
Intermediate School
+ Date Available:
07/01/2025
+ Closing Date:
03/19/2025
Intermediate School Principal
In person interviews March 25th
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Schools, to provide leadership and
supervision in administering the educational program of the Intermediate School in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law.
To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff
development.
Essential Functions
+ Develops and administers school programs consistent with school district goals and
objectives.
+ Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and
improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extracurricular activities.
+ Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction,
cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
+ Ensures that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
+ Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the
educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings or by
conducting research.
+ Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new
approaches or strategies to teaching.
+ Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and
reporting for all student activities, attendance, and records as required by law.
+ Coordinates the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and
implement instructional programs and teaching practices
+ Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and works with teaching staff to
modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
+ Coordinates with the central office in recruitment and selection of employees, the proper
maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining
agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues.
+ Organizes and conducts regular meetings with teachers for continuing development of
instructional techniques.
+ Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
+ Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective
communication with students and parents.
+ Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district
policies.
+ Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance
with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals,
areas needing improvement and continued employment.
+ Organizes and manages the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with
school district policies.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office
administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description illustrates tasks and responsibilities. It is not
meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copiers and fax machines,
and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
+ Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as
differentiates instruction based on student learning styles.
+ Knowledge of Intermediate school curriculum and concepts.
+ Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation, and staff supervision.
+ Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action
plans.
+ Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
+ Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
+ Ability to develop and implement projects.
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
+ Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
+ Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance, and
professional growth.
+ Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted
in the course of work.
+ Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
+ Works in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:
State Certification as required for position.
Teaching Certification in related area (i.e., Intermediate School or subject area and grade
level).
Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education
Bachelor's and/or Masters Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in
School Administration.
Sixth year, doctorate, or other planned program in related field preferred.
Experience
Extensive successful teaching experience at the Intermediate School level, and preferably in
more than one subject area or grade level.
Successful administrative experience at the Intermediate School level is preferred.
FLSA Status: Exempt
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job skills and functions, subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
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