Area 2 Elementary School_ Principal (Smoke Rise) 2026-2027

About the role

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Principal for Smoke Rise Elementary. Grade/Schedule: PRE. Salary Schedules: Click Here. The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements.

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.
• Maintain fiscal accountability and efficient fund utilization by monitoring the school's financial resources and budgets.
• 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 guidance to the teams, including through times of risk and uncertainty, aligning teams towards common goals.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Education, Education Administration, or a closely related field from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of administrative leadership experience is required.
• A valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at levels L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above is 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.