Secondary Principal at Covington Independent Public School

COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION VACANCY

FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2021-2022

POSITION:                                            SECONDARY PRINCIPAL (77)

SCHOOL/PROGRAM:                        HOLMES HIGH SCHOOL                                                                 

DATE POSTED:                                   January 4, 2021

APPLICATION DEADLINE:               Position is for 2021-2022 school year

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a master’s degree in education and valid Kentucky certification in secondary principalship.  Kentucky certification in supervision of instruction is preferred.
• Preferably have at least (3) years of experience in a large urban high school.
• Have direct experience in curriculum development.
• Have experience in budget development, budget control and monitoring.
• Have proven ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, school parents and the community.
• Have proven educational leadership ability and be willing to commit to the goals and future directions of school assigned and the Covington Independent Public Schools.
• Have successful experience in raising student achievement.
• Have successful experience in leading effective change.
• Must provide evidence of ability to motivate and work cooperatively with diverse population.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Superintendent of Schools

SUPERVISES:  All staff at the assigned school

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish and maintain an effective learning climate in the school.
• Plan, organize and direct implementation of all school activities consistent with School-Based Decision Making Council policy.
• Keep the superintendent or designee informed of the school’s activities and problems.
• Make recommendations concerning the school’s administration and instruction.
• Prepare and submit the school’s budgetary requests and monitor expenditures of funds.
• Supervise the maintenance of all required building records and reports.
• Work with the School-Based Decision Making Council to provide effective professional development for teachers and work with the school budget committee to provide resources for curriculum development activities.
• Assume responsibility for the implementation and observance of all Board policies governed by the School-Based Decision Making Council (SBDM).
• Maintain active relationships with students, parents and School-Based Decision Making Council members.
• Schedule classes within established SBDM policies to meet student needs.
• Coordinate the development, revision and evaluation of the curriculum according to SBDM policies.
• Maintain high standards of student conduct and enforce discipline adhering to all due process rights of the students.
• Attend special events held to recognize student achievement, and attend school-sponsored activities, functions and athletic events.
• Maintain and control the various local funds generated by student activities.
• Serve as chair for the School-Based Decision Making Council.
• Serve as primary administrator and instructional leader of the school.  Administer the policies established by the School-Based Decision Making Council and the local board.
• Assume responsibility for professional growth and development through membership and participation in professional organizations, and attendance at regional, state and national meetings.
• Supervise all professional, paraprofessional, administrative and classified personnel assigned to the school.
• Participate in the selection of all school building personnel according to SBDM policies.
• Orient newly assigned staff members and assist in their development.
• Conduct staff meetings to keep members informed of policy changes, new programs, etc.
• Make arrangements for special conferences between parents and teachers.
• Assume responsibility for the safety and administration of the school plant.
• Plan and supervise fire drills and all emergency procedures.
• Supervise and evaluate the school’s extracurricular program.
• Participate in principals’ meetings and other meetings as are required or appropriate.
• Serve as an ex-officio member of all committees and councils within the school.
• Assume responsibility for all official school correspondence and news releases.
• Act as liaison between the school and the community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encourage community participation in the school.
• Serve as a member of committees and attend meetings as directed by the superintendent.
• Delegate authority to responsible personnel to assume responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal.
• Assist the LEA  Asbestos Management Coordinator with the maintenance and oversight of AHERA/Asbestos Management Plan including the schedule for six-month surveillance and three-year re-inspections.
• Perform related duties as assigned by administrator or Superintendent.

JOB GOAL:

• To use leadership, supervisory and administrative skills so as to promote the educational development of each student.

CONTRACT:   235 days

SALARY:                                                Based on rank and experience

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:        

• Complete the online application at:  http://www.covschools.us; click district; click employment; TalentEd.
• In-district applicants complete the Internal Employee (Transfer) application and apply to the posting.
• Out-of-district applicants complete the application and apply to the posting.
• Please direct questions about the online application process to Dawn Vancini by email at dawn.vancini@Covington.kyschools.us
• For information regarding the position, contact Alvin Garrison, Superintendent of Schools at Alvin.Garrison@Covington.kyschools.us  
• This position will be filled as soon as possible following the application deadline.  All applications will be evaluated and screened.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

(77-2122-019)