Principal

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Principal JobID:

473

Position Type:

Administration, School/ Principal Date Posted:

5/1/2026

Location:

Newcomb Middle School Position:

Middle School Principal Supervisor:

Curriculum & Instruction Work Site:

Assigned School Summary:

The Principal will be responsible for implementing & coordinating the instructional program for their assigned school. This charge is to be accomplished by working cooperatively with CCSD Directors, Coordinators, other principals, teachers, parents and instructional assistants. The Principal will share in the development, application and enforcement of school and administrative policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Support district and school efforts to keep CCSD safe and secure. Demonstrate foresight, examine issues and take initiative to improve the quality of education in the school community. Embrace and encourage the acceptance of diversity. Embrace the implementation of bilingual education. Embrace the implementation of ELD (English Language Development) programs. Use effective skills to communicate. Ensure and plan for student success. Provide and maintain a positive environment/climate where optimal student growth can take place. Demonstrate instructional leadership and understand the dynamics of the educational organization. Complete and implement a 90-day plan inclusive of data and maintain updates as required. Supervise and support assistant principals and office staff. Plan for and manage the resource for which she/he is responsible including personnel, finances, facilities, programs and time. Provide supervision, staff development and performance evaluations. Maintain a familiarity with current educational issues through a process of ongoing professional development. Meet the administrator's competencies and indicators of the District's evaluation criteria. Work productively with district departments, administrators, supervisors, staff, students, parents and community members. Confer with students, parents, teachers, law enforcement officers, and representatives of social welfare agencies to resolve serious student academic, attendance, and behavior problems. Demonstrate adherence to established timelines and procedures. Work in cooperation with assigned mentoring administrators. Recruit and recommend school staff with assistance from Human Resources following district procedures. Implement recruiting and retention practices. Orient new staff, students and parents to school processes. Establish and maintain a positive relationship with the local school community to foster understanding and support the overall school program. Implement the CCSD approved curriculum. Implement the CCSD student assessment plans Use data to drive improvement in all areas. Implement and attend effective and consistent Professional Learning Communities Maintain the school handbook and ensure that all assigned employees are accountable for CCSD and school policies. Maintain records and implement the usage of funds provided by Title I Grant Prepare, oversee and maintain the school budget. Keep all stakeholders informed of school activities and problems. Comply with all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, and Public Education Department guidelines, local, state and federal laws. Maintain of the School Safety Handbook Practice ethical standards appropriate to the professional and ethically resolves issues; promotes a climate of collaboration and collegiality Comply with all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, Public Education Department guidelines, and local, state, and federal laws. Adhere to NM Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession (NMAC 6.60.9.8) Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position

Minimum Qualifications:

A Master's Degree or above in educational administration New Mexico PreK-12

Administrative License Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of Dinè language, culture and history preferred Teaching experience in public schools Prior administrative experience preferred The ability to handle fast-paced environments and multi-task under pressure The ability to remain calm and respond professionally in stressful situation The ability to lead, motivate, and work with different personality styles.

Physical/Job Requirements:

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills.

Safety and Health:

Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions Completed and cleared background check Pass drug test if required for position Knowledge and compliance with district and school

Safety Plans Equipment/Material Handled:

Multimedia equipment, including current technology Equipment/materials relevant to the job responsibilities Valid driver license and insurable by district if necessary

Work Environment:

Various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality Work interruptions Self-motivated Completion of job assignments without direct supervision Completion of applications and assignments within the timeframes allowed Upgrade technical skills continually Extended work hours, as needed.

Term of Employment:

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