Principal Position Available In Bibb, Georgia

Principal
Bibb County Public Schools

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

– MACON, Georgia This job is also posted in Bibb County School District
Job Details

Job ID:

5203498

Application Deadline:

Jun 08, 2025 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Jun 1, 2025

Starting Date:

Jul 7, 2025
Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Principal provides the vision and leadership to promote and sustain high academic achievement for all students and successfully carry out the implementation of the District’s strategic plan; exhibits thorough knowledge and traits of an instructional leader; displays proficiency in the integration of instructional technology; demonstrates operational and financial acumen; and deals sensitively and responsibly with the community, central office, and all internal and external customers.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This job has supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Provide instructional leadership
Oversee the school climate
Provide human resource administration to maintain effective operations
Oversee the staff evaluation process
Provide school management and local school operations oversight
Manage communication and community relations at the local school
Maintain professionalism and a cohesive learning environment
Support continual student achievement
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or District staff

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Master’s degree or above is required. Candidates must be certified in, or eligible for certification in educational leadership. Six (6) years of successful experience in education with 3 years in a school administrative leadership position required. School-based experience is required. Experience in urban schools is strongly desired. Or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Builds and sustains a school vision.
• Shares leadership.
• Leads a learning community.
• Utilizes data to make instructional decisions.
• Monitors curriculum, instruction and assessment.
• Fosters and sustains the school climate.
• Addresses internal and external dynamics in the school.
• Establishes a learning environment based on high expectations and respect for all individuals.
• Manages conflict and crisis in a timely and expert manner.
• Practices shared decision making.
• Selects quality teachers and other employees.
• Inducts and supports new teachers.
• Mentors novice teachers;
• Provides professional growth opportunities.
• Retains quality staff.
• Demonstrates a commitment to staff evaluation.
• Documents staff performance in multiple ways.
• Coordinates safety, daily operations and maintenance of the facility.
• Manages financial resources effectively.
• Demonstrates effective communication.
• Communicates with staff, students, parents and families.
• Demonstrates professional standards for the principalship.
• Exhibits ethical behavior.
• Participates in professional development for continuous improvement;
• Exerts influence on teaching quality and student learning by encouraging, supporting and facilitating; and
• Sets, supports and sustains a focus on school goals and student achievement, using data as a guide.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to obtain clearance certificate from GaPSC.
• GaPSC certification in Educational Leadership – Tier II at L-5 or higher

Salary/Terms/Benefits:

225-day work year.
Salary based on certification and experience; placement on the Principal Salary Schedule
Excellent benefits package (including health insurance; dental, vision, and life insurance; employee assistance program); personal and sick leave; membership in Teachers’ Retirement System.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Complete an online application.
Submit professional certificates, transcripts, and three (3) professional evaluations and/or reference letters respective to this position.
Submit a resume and cover letter.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.

BIBB COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Bibb County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation so long as the accommodation does not create an undue financial hardship for the district. A complete list of physical demands associated with the position can be obtained from HR.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$131,481 to $140,481 Per Year