Elementary School Principal

Definition

Under general supervision of the Superintendent, the Elementary Principal serves as the instructional leader of the elementary school, responsible for implementing and managing the policies, regulations, and procedures of the Education Board to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe student-centered learning environment that meets and exceeds the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) Common Core Standards and,, follows the approved curricula and directives of the Education Division. Achieving academic excellence requires that the Elementary Principal work collaboratively to lead and nurture all members of the school staff and to communicate effectively with parents, members of the Community, Education Division staff, colleagues in other districts and schools, and SRPMIC Government. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for managing and evaluating personnel management, fiscal management, emergency procedures, maximizing use of resources, recruiting and retaining staff, and facilities operations.

Primary Job Functions

Primary functions may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions within this classification.

Examples of Tasks

Essential Components of the Job

• Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior.
• Manage, evaluate and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the "district" including instructional programs, extra-curricular activities, and student discipline systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, and emergency procedures.
• Conducts FACE and K-6 grade staff meetings, to ensure participatory and collaborative planning, development, problem-solving, decision-making, and other school improvement activities to include the following:

• curriculum;
• assessment: student achievement and attendance data;
• student input into planning and decision-making;
• extra-curricular activity options and resources;
• educational trends and research discussions;
• effective practices reviews;
• staff performance expectations and needs;
• other staff participative activities

• Supervise the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes (teaching) on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive school improvement plan aligned with district goals, focusing on data-driven decisions making and rapid interventions strategies to address academic gaps.
• Conduct thorough analysis of student achievement data to identify areas for improvement and prioritize research-based interventions.
• Facilitate collaborative professional development opportunities for teachers, focusing on building instructional capacity in key areas like literacy, numeracy, and data-driven decision making
• Establishes and implements an effective method and process for conducting frequent informal and formal classroom observations to assist teachers and staff in continually developing their abilities to plan, implement, and facilitate learning.
• Monitors the development and maintenance of student records that include attendance, academic, and other achievement, transcripts, other test scores, evaluation, enrollment, and other appropriate and required student records.
• Ensures FACE and K-6 educational/learning program compliance with accrediting agency standards, Arizona State Department of Education, the Bureau of Indian Education and requirements of Salt River Schools and the SRPMIC Community. Ensures proper and equitable administration of and provides direct oversight and implementation of student rights and responsibilities, and expectations of students as incorporated into the student handbook.
• Establishes and implements activities designed to ensure that parents of children enrolled in the school have the opportunity to become involved as true partners in the education of their children, and the design of programs, policies, procedures, and activities of the school.
• Establishes and collaborates with the site leadership team to develop and monitor the implementation of processes designed to consistently provide students with opportunities to be involved in decision-making on matters regarding students, programs, policies, procedures, activities, and other aspects of school operation, implementation and evaluation.
• Functions as a resource in assisting with the identification and acquisition of learning equipment, materials, supplies, programs, and other resources needed to continually improve the elementary school learning program of the school.
• Ensures that elementary school students have access to a coordinated and balanced extra-curriculum program of activities that include psychomotor, creative, cultural, academic, and other development of all students.
• Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Education Division Board Policies and Procedures, and certified financial and certified financial accounting and reporting policies and procedures of the SRPMIC School Board.
• Ensure all required reporting and documentation is submitted to the Bureau of Indian Education by the provided deadlines, including the annual grant application and all supporting documents.
• Attend and present at Education Board meetings when necessary.
• Meet with students and families regularly to support student attendance, discipline, educational needs, and other matters.
• Follow the professional code of ethics as outlined by Salt River Schools policies and SRPMIC and implements Salt River Schools initiatives as outlined by the Superintendent and Education Board.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Financial Leadership

• In accordance with district/Education Board guidelines and timelines, prepare, analyze, and present comprehensive annual budgets for grant funds that align with anticipated resources and school wide plans and activities.
• Review, approve, and track all school expenditures, and payroll expenses, ensuring accuracy, fiscal responsibility, adherence to purchasing and procurement policies, and alignment with agency-approved and Education general fund budgets.
• Work collaboratively with the Finance Division to ensure budgets, costs, allocations, and reporting are compliant with the terms and conditions of grant awards.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

As a key element of this position, the individual must possess leadership and management skills which are documented and demonstrated and must be able to display the ability to know when to utilize the necessary skills. The individual must also possess the ability to team build, team participate and facilitate. The individual must have a demonstrated ability to work with diversity and with a wide range of external agencies as a contributing team player.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

A willingness to learn and understand:

• The History, culture, traditions, and customs of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.

Knowledge of:

• Contemporary educational methods and research, as well as processes and methods for developing school systems
• Knowledge of data collection and data analysis
• Firm knowledge of the developmental learning process and special education guidelines and law

Skilled in:

• Field of faculty management
• Use of Microsoft Office Suite and education application software
• Creating forms and processes
• Organizational skills with strong experience in scheduling
• Written and oral communication at all levels; students, parents, supervisor, and Education Division Board members
• Interpersonal skills at all levels
• School finance, budgets, grants and fiscal responsibility

Ability to:

• Lead with a clear vision aligned with the school's mission and District goals, fostering a positive and inclusive school environment.
• Develop, mentor, and evaluate staff, fostering a culture of continuous professional growth, collaboration, and accountability.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with students, families, staff, and external partners, promoting engagement and open communication.
• Analyze and interpret data to drive instructional improvements and make informed decisions that positively impact student learning outcomes.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities, meeting deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Advocate for the school community, fostering partnerships with governmental agencies, local organizations, and stakeholders to support school initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Must possess a Master's in Education related field

Certification:Arizona Principal Certificate PreK - 12

Experience:

• Three (3) years of successful track record as a Principal in an educational environment
• Demonstrated experience and competency required in areas of personnel supervision and evaluation; educational assessment, planning, program resources; participative management; communication skills; effective teaching and learning styles; educational research; leadership development; cultural based curriculum, school climate development; educational transformation and restructuring; and other appropriate areas of competency. Sensitive to the needs of all students, especially those deemed "at risk" and/or children of special needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of previous successful experience serving as an Elementary Principal;
• Experience working with Native American or bicultural student population;
• Previously demonstrated experience in working with under performing schools

Driving Requirement: This job description does not require the incumbent to drive; however, any employee who chooses or is asked to drive an SRPMIC vehicle for work related community business must receive authorization to do so. For clarification, work related community business includes driving to and from SRPMIC government sites and buildings.

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered.

Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Special Requirements

Terms of Employment : This position is treated as a full-time exempt position scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Must be able to pass a Pre-Employment Drug Test and extensive Fingerprint and Background Check. Employee is Subject to Random Drug Testing and completion of a Background Check every five (5) years.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified : Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required:1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date.

The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted .

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.

Benefits:

The SRPMIC offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. In addition employees enjoy vacation and sick leave and 13 paid holidays.