10 FTE Principal for Middle Sc

DAVID DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT #40 JOB DESCRIPTION Administration Applicants MUST apply at https://daviddouglas.schoolrecruiter.net JOB TITLE: Principal - Middle School Job Purpose Statements: The primary purpose of the position of Middle School Principal is to serve as the instructional and climate leader of the school and, as such, be responsible for the organization and supervision of the school's educational program, operation of the school facility, participation in staff and student activities, and establishment of effective community relations. Essential Job Functions: Establish and maintain an effective culturally responsive and inclusive learning climate in the school Lead and guide activities and decisions with a racial and cultural equity mindset and lens Create a welcoming environment that reflects and supports the racial and ethnic diversity of the student population and David Douglas community Implement and lead restorative practices throughout the school community Provide leadership in the development of the instructional program, based upon current research on effective middle schools Facilitate communication between staff, students and families for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts Communicate with staff to assure instructional programs meet student needs and district requirements Administer the school and its instructional program in all its facets by visiting classrooms, conferring with teachers, giving leadership in curriculum improvement, assisting in the selection and use of instructional materials, securing and using resources to increase student achievement Assist in supervising all support services, including custodial, maintenance, security, food services Assist the school counselors to develop programs to enhance individual student educational growth and development Supervise the school staff and be responsible for the recruitment, screening, hiring, training, assigning, and evaluation of the staff, both licensed and classified Evaluate both classified and licensed staff according to procedures and timelines outlined by the District Ability to articulate and implement best practice as it relates