2025-2026 Principal – Lancaster High School Position Available In Lancaster, South Carolina

Job Title:

School Principal Supervisor:

Superintendent Position Code:

Administrative Job Classification:

Exempt Pay Grade:

Administrative Salary Schedule Days per

Year:

240

Days Position Overview:

The School Principal provides the leadership necessary to design, develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive program of instructional and support services which optimize available resources which establish and maintain a safe, caring, and enriching environment to promote student success.

Essential Job Functions:

Provides instructional leadership and supervision for student achievement; manages and administers the development, implementation, and assessment of the instructional program at the assigned school Develops short-term and long-term goals that support the philosophy and policies of the Superintendent Utilizes current research, performance data, and feedback from students, teachers, parents, and the community to make decisions related to improvement of instruction and student performance Promotes highest student achievement Coordinates program planning with District instructional staff Manages the selection of textbooks, materials, and equipment, at the appropriate level Manages and administers the testing program for the school Aligns school initiatives with District, state, and school goals Establishes and coordinates procedures for students, teachers, parents, and community evaluation of curriculum Assigns teachers according to identified needs Facilitates the horizontal and vertical articulation of curriculum within the school, as well as between the school and its feeder system Facilitates, monitors, and coordinates the implementation of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) programs and services Directs the development of the master schedule and assigns teachers according to identified needs Provides leadership in the effective use of technology in the classroom Supervises the establishment and maintenance of individual professional development plans for each instructional employee Interviews and selects qualified personnel to be recommended for employment Supervises assigned personnel, conducts annual performance appraisals, and makes recommendations for appropriate employment action Assigns and supervises school personnel to special projects for the enhancement of student learning Establishes job assignments for school-site administrators, teachers, and support personnel Develops and administers duty rosters for certified and non-certified staff as required Manages and administers personnel development through training, inservice, and other developmental activities Provides training opportunities and feedback to personnel at the assigned school Supervises the operation and management of all activities and functions at the assigned school Develops positive school/community relations and acts as liaison between the school and community Accesses, analyzes, interprets, and uses data in decision-making Establishes procedures for an accreditation program and monitors accreditation standards at the assigned school Coordinates school maintenance and facility needs and monitors progress toward meeting those needs Monitors the custodial program at the school to ensure a clean, healthy, and safe learning environment Supervises the orderly movement and safety of transportation services on school grounds Manages and supervises the school’s financial resources, including the preparation and disbursement of the school’s budget and internal accounts Establishes and manages accurate student accounting and attendance procedures at the assigned school Conducts staff meetings to discuss policy changes, instructional programs, potential problems, and resolution of existing problems Communicates, through proper channels, to keep the Superintendent informed of pending problems or events of unusual nature Directs the establishment of adequate property inventory records and ensures the security of school property Implements School Board policies, state statutes, and federal regulations as they pertain to the assigned school Supervises the preparation and maintenance of accurate and timely reports and records Establishes school guidelines and enforces District guidelines for proper student conduct with implementation of disciplinary procedures and policies that ensure a safe and orderly environment Facilitates a program of family and community involvement Supervises the school guidance program and services to ensure that individual student educational and developmental needs are met Establishes procedures to be used in the event of school crisis and/or civil disobedience and provides leadership in the event of such happenings Coordinates the supervision of all extracurricular programs at the assigned school Manages and supervises student activity programs, including the selection of club sponsors and coaches Approves all school-sponsored activities, and maintains a calendar of all school events Maintains visibility and accessibility on the school campus Attends school-related activities and events Coordinates the supervision of school health services and personnel Monitors school attendance (absences, tardiness, and early departures) and follows through with designated procedures Participates in county-wide management meetings and other meetings and activities appropriate for professional development Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with parents, students, teachers, district personnel, and the community; oversees the PTA Board Sets high goals and standards for self, others, and organization Provides leadership in the school improvement process, implementation of the school improvement plan, and the School Advisory Council Establishes a vision and mission for the school in collaboration with key stakeholders Exercises proactive leadership in promoting the vision and mission of the District and community resources to meet school needs Anticipates problems and difficult situations and plans appropriately to handle them Acts quickly to stop possible breaches of safety, ineffective procedures, or interference with operations Provides recognition and celebration for staff, student, and school accomplishments Builds teams to accomplish plans, goals, and priorities Promotes and markets the school and its priorities Performs other duties as assigned by their supervisor

Education and Experience:

Master’s Degree in Education Leadership from an accredited educational institution Certification as a School Principal by the state of South Carolina Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience as an assistant principal or site manager Qualifications may vary from the above requirements to such a degree as the Superintendent and Board determine is necessary and appropriate to ensure properly qualified personnel in each specialized assignment