Area 1 Elementary School_ Principal (John Robert Lewis) 2026-20277
DeKalb County School District · Atlanta, GA · 1 wk ago
EducationFull-time
Grade/Schedule: Pre-K
Responsibilities
- Shape a vision of academic success for all students, ensuring a safe and nurturing learning environment.
- Manage daily operations to maintain safety and order within the school premises.
- Develop and enforce policies and procedures that enhance school culture and boost academic performance.
- Establish effective communication channels with students, parents, educators, and community stakeholders.
- Monitor the school's financial resources and budgets to guarantee fiscal accountability and efficient fund utilization.
- Provide strategic input on the broader educational plan by setting objectives for the school's function within it.
- Ensure safety protocols are in place to protect all students and staff members on campus.
- Analyze data to inform decisions and improve practices.
- Support the professional growth of staff by providing direction, support, and constructive feedback.
- Provide input into overall financial plans, maintaining fiscal accountability.
- Provide guidance to the teams, including through times of risk and uncertainty, aligning teams towards common goals.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Education, Education Administration, or closely related area from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university required.
- Minimum three (3) years of administrative leadership experience required.
- Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above required. If a level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above certificate is not held, the individual must be eligible for the NPL certificate in educational leadership.