School Principal

Marion County Public Schools welcomes your interest in becoming a Principal or Assistant Principal in our county.


Marion County is seeking dynamic instructional leaders who want to impact the lives of children and adults in our community. The Targeted Selection process is a multistep screening process that helps identify individuals that have strong instructional and organizational leadership skills and are ready to enter as instructional leaders.

This process is open two times per year: fall and spring. Applicants interested in a Principal or Assistant Principal position must successfully complete the Targeted Selection Process and be placed in the MCPS Administrative Pool before applying for individual school-based Administrator postings.

MCPS ADMINISTRATIVE POOL REQUIREMENTS:
Complete an application with MCPS for the Principal and Assistant Principal Administrator Pool posting with the below documentation submitted:

• Three or more years of teaching experience.
• Effective/Highly Effective Summative Evaluations for the last two (2) school years.
• Florida Professional Educator Certificate.

Principal Pool Candidates: must have School Principal certification (or must be in progress of completing a LEVEL 2 Principal Preparation Program). Deadline to apply is October 17th.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education – Master’s Degree from an accredited educational institution. Experience – Minimum of five (5) years successful educational experience, including teaching and at least two (2) years as an assistant principal.
• Computer Skills – Basic understanding and knowledge of use of current technology, as required for the position.
• Certificates and/or Licenses – Hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate in the area of educational leadership, education administration, or administration and supervision. Must successfully complete Level II Principal Certification Program by the end of the first year of Principalship.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Instructional Program Management / Development.

• Manage and administer the instructional program so as to ensure all students the opportunity to learn.
• Provide leadership and direction for the implementation and evaluation of curriculum and instruction at the assigned school consistent with the District’s goals and priorities.
• Use current research, performance data, and feedback from students, teachers, parents, and community to make decisions related to improvement of instruction and student performance.
• Oversee the administration of the testing program for the school.
• Oversee the selection and acquisition of instructional materials and equipment.
• Facilitate, coordinate, and monitor the implementation of Exceptional Student Education programs and services.
• Direct the development of the master schedule and assign teachers according to identified needs.
• Facilitate articulation of curriculum within the school as well as between the school and its feeder system. Personnel Action Services
• Interview and select qualified personnel to be recommended for appointment.
• Supervise assigned personnel, conduct performance appraisals, and make recommendations for appropriate employment actions.
• Implement and administer negotiated employee contracts at the school site.
• Facilitate the development and implementation of an effective professional learning program.
• Make difficult personnel decisions when necessary including dealing with ineffective teacher or staff performance. School Operations / Delivery Systems
• Supervise the operation, activities, and functions at the school site.
• Manage and supervise the school’s financial resources including the preparation and disbursement of the school’s budget and internal accounts.
• Establish and manage student accounting and attendance procedures at the assigned school.
• Supervise and monitor the accurate and timely completion of data collection and reporting requirements.
• Write and disseminate newsletters, memos, letters, press releases, agendas, and other materials.
• Coordinate school maintenance, plant safety and facility needs and monitor progress toward meeting those needs.
• Monitor the custodial program at the school to ensure a clean, healthy, and safe learning environment.
• Supervise transportation services at the assigned school.
• Coordinate the supervision of all extracurricular programs at the assigned school.
• Conduct staff meetings to discuss policy changes, instructional programs, potential problems and resolution of existing problems.
• Direct the establishment of adequate property inventory records and ensure the security of school property.
• Develop positive school/community relations and act as liaison between the school and community.
• Access, analyze, interpret and use data in decision-making.
• Establish procedures for an accreditation program and monitor accreditation standards at the assigned school. Student Support Services
• Facilitate a program of family and community involvement.
• Supervise the guidance program to ensure individual student educational and developmental needs are addressed.
• Work with parents to resolve complaints or concerns.
• Serve as final arbitrator for serious discipline problems.
• Develop and maintain positive school / community relations and act as liaison between the two.
• Direct and develop the recruitment of Business Partners to benefit the school and community.
• Supervise transportation services at the assigned school.
• Coordinate the school food service program at the assigned school including the free and reduced food service requirements.
• Manage and supervise the schools’ athletic and student activity programs including the selection of club sponsors and coaches.
• Approve all school-sponsored activities and maintain a calendar of all school events.
• Attend school-related activities and events.
• Interact with government and service agencies relative to student welfare. Personal / Professional Employee Qualities
• Implement School Board policy, state statutes, and federal regulations as they pertain to the assigned school.
• Model and maintain high standards of professional conduct.
• Set high standards and expectations for self, others, and school.
• Use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to guide individuals and groups to task accomplishment.
• Use effective communication techniques with students, teachers, parents, and stakeholders.
• Model effective listening and positive interaction skills.
• Participate in District management meetings and other activities to enhance professional development.
• Communicate, through proper channels, to keep the Superintendent informed of impending problems or events of an unusual nature. Leadership
• Provide leadership and direction for all aspects of the school’s operation.
• Exercise proactive leadership in promoting the vision and mission of the District.
• Establish and actively pursue a vision and mission for the school in collaboration with staff, parents, students, and other stakeholders.
• Promote / market the school and its priorities to the community.
• Facilitate and coordinate the development of the School’s Improvement Plan.
• Initiate programs and organize resources to carry out the School Improvement Plan.
• Provide recognition and celebration for student, staff, and school accomplishments.
• Access District and community resources to meet school needs.
• Maintain visibility and accessibility on the school campus and at school related activities and events.
• Establish guidelines for proper student conduct and implement disciplinary procedures and policies that ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Anticipate difficult situations and develop plans to handle them.
• Establish procedures used in the event of school crisis and / or civil disobedience and provide leadership in the event of such incidents.
• Act quickly to stop possible breaches of safety, ineffective procedures, or interference with operations.
• Deal with problems associated with change.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
• Demonstrate readiness and confidence to make or share decisions in a timely fashion.
• Direct the activities of the school resource officer.
• Other duties as assigned.