Principal (TES)-Potential SY26-27

Principal (TES)-Potential SY26-27 Alabama State Department of Education - 4.5 Tarrant, AL Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications School experience Staff supervision Team supervision Academic institution experience Student performance data analysis Master's degree Classroom experience Classroom Teaching Full Job Description Role Description

POSITION TITLE

Principal

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree from an accredited institution Minimum of three years successful experience as a classroom teacher Valid Certification as an administrator Demonstrated successful supervisory and leadership experience Successful supervisory experience Evidence of data-driven decision-making and instructional leadership capacity Such alternatives or additional qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

JOB GOAL

To serve as the instructional and administrative leader of the school by establishing a clear vision for teaching and learning, fostering a culture of high expectations, and ensuring equitable access to a rigorous, high-quality educational program. The principal will collaborate with staff, students, families, and the community to implement continuous school improvement efforts and achieve the school's mission and strategic goals.

REPORTS TO

Superintendent

SUPERVISES

Faculty, staff, and students at assigned school

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides effective leadership in planning, development, implementation, and evaluating a standards-aligned instructional program. Leads the use of multiple data sources to drive instructional decisions, monitor student progress and improve outcomes. Interprets and enforces federal and state laws and state and local board policies. Recruits, screens, selects, assigns, and retains highly effective certified and classified staff. Develops staff capacity through ongoing supervision, coaching, evaluation, and targeted professional learning. Establishes and monitors professional learning communities (PLCs) focused on student achievement and instructional improvement. Manages and allocates human, fiscal, and material resources to support school priorities and maximize operational efficiency. Prepares, administers, and monitors the school budget in alignment with district goals and school improvement plans. Develops and oversees the master schedule to ensure equitable access to instruction, interventions, and enrichment opportunities. Ensures appropriate student placement and the effective implementation of academic and support services. Maintains a safe, orderly, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement and well-being. Fosters a positive school culture characterized by high expectations, accountability, and mutual respect. Communicates effectively with students, staff, families, and the community to build strong partnerships and support student success. Articulates and promotes the school's mission, vision, and goals with clarity and consistency. Demonstrates professionalism, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous personal and organizational improvement. Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent consistent with the role of principal.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

EVALUATION:

Twelve-month position in accordance with the Board's salary schedule. Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the State Department of Education and/or Tarrant city Board of Education policy on evaluation of certified personnel. This is an exempt position.