APPLICANT POOL: SCHOOL PRINCIPAL - Albuquerque Public Schools : Job Details

Manages all resources at the school including personnel, time, budget, equipment and materials. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Incumbent must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Supervises the development, implementation and maintenance of school policies and procedures.
• Supervises the coordination and implementation of district instructional program and ancillary and operational support programs at the school level and assists in their development.
• Serves as instructional leader at the school.
• Monitors school activities and policies for adherence to all district, state and national regulations.
• Assesses appropriateness of school services and programs.
• Makes changes in programs, personnel, facilities, materials and equipment following district policies.
• Encourages staff, students and community contributions to the school development whenever appropriate.
• Evaluates the work of school staff following district procedures and provides reports as required and provides or cooperates in staff member recognition or problem remediation as requested or required.
• Designs in-service training and staff-development programs at the school and conducts school staff meetings.
• Assists in the recruitment and selection of applicants for school-based positions.
• Establishes programs and communication procedures to encourage committee participation, student organizations, community support and extra-curricular activities.
• Develops and maintains student discipline procedures following established guidelines.
• Develops budget recommendations for the school and manages all funds allocated to or generated at the school site.
• Supervises the development and maintenance of a school environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Establishes policies and procedures to ensure the safety of students, staff, facilities and equipment.
• Supervises the preparation and maintenance of all records and reports as required at the school.
• Supervises the Assistant Principal(s) in the areas of curriculum, attendance, building and grounds, and discipline.

DUTIES: In addition to the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must perform the following duties:

• Complies with state-approved Code of Ethics of the Education Profession and upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives and regulations, school board policies, and local, state and federal regulations.
• Articulates and facilitates the implementation of the mission and values of the Albuquerque Public Schools.
• Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information.
• Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and reports as required by law, state directives, district policy and administrative regulations.
• Shares the responsibility for the supervision and care of district inventory, proper and safe use of facilities, equipment and supplies, and reports safety hazards promptly.
• Maintains professional relationships and works cooperatively with employees, the community and other professionals.
• Maintains professional competence through individual and staff training, in-service educational activities and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Attends and/or conducts staff meetings and participates on committees within area of responsibility.
• Performs other tasks related to area of responsibilities as requested or assigned by an immediate supervisor.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Knowledge of APS community, computer system, financial and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect.
• Three years of teaching experience.

REQUIREMENTS: The minimum requirements for this job are as follows:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent.
• Valid State Department of Education administrative licensure.

CONTACT INFORMATION: contact: [email protected] APPLY TO: APPLY ONLINE: WWW.APS.EDU, APS Jobs, Administrative Application. In addition to providing supporting documents to meet the position requirements, you must also submit an updated cover letter & resume. ADDITIONAL INFO: Visit the PRINCIPAL JOB POOL website for PRINCIPAL POOL PROCESS AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS - GRADE / LEVEL: SPE SALARY: DAYS: HOURS: ADA Compliance