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Newport News Public Schools

Elementary Principal

Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600


Licensed Administrator - Position - Elementary Principal

Job Number 3700235463

Start Date

Open Date 11/08/2023

Closing Date

Job Summary

Position is responsible for the daily operation and administration of an assigned elementary school. Incumbent is expected to:

Lead by establishing a culture for continuous improvement;Focus all efforts to promote student achievement, advancement and youth development;Develop staff to promote employee expertise; and,Monitor by implementing a system to determine performance and progress.

Essential Duties

As an Instructional Leader in Newport News Public Schools, a school principal fosters the success of all students by:Facilitating the development, communication, implementation and evaluation of a shared vision of teaching and learning that leads to student academic success;Developing, advocating, and sustaining an academically rigorous, positive, and safe school climate for all stakeholders;Managing human resources effectively by assisting with selection and induction, and by supporting, evaluating and retaining quality instructional and support personnel;Supporting, managing, and overseeing the school's organization, operation, and use of resources;Communicating and collaborating effectively with stakeholdersDemonstrating professional standards and ethics, engaging in continuous professional development, and contributing to the profession;Exercising leadership which results in measurable student academic progress based on established standards; and,Modeling nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

Must possess a Master's degree and be eligible for a Virginia Postgraduate Professional License in administration and supervision. Must possess at least three years of successful experience as a teacher with some experience at the elementary school level. Three year's administrative experience at the elementary school level preferred. Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the current issues, principles, and practices in public elementary school education and the ability to apply them to the needs of a school. Must possess knowledge and effective skills in curriculum development, instructional practices, and interpretation of test data. Must possess the ability to assist with administering and managing the operation of an elementary school. Must possess the ability to plan and supervise the work of others. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the public.

For a complete job description, please visit http://sbo.nn.k12.va.us/hr/jobs/descriptions/Prin_ES.pdf.

Reports To Executive Director of Elementary School Leadership

Duty Days 245

Months 12

Salary Rate Range Paid in accordance with grade 46 on the pay plan

Special ConsiderationsSalary negotiations are based on education and experience.

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