Principal - Pole Green Elementary School

Salary: $93,626.00 - $151,275.00 Annually
Location : Mechanicsville, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 03500
Department: Elementary for Administrators
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/21/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for providing educational leadership, building management, community out-reach, staff evaluation, professional development, school budget, inventory control analysis and communication of state and federal mandates, test analysis as well as safety and security for assigned school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
(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.)

• Implements curriculum and establishes educational objectives consistent with division goals;
• Evaluates grading policies and student progress with members of the staff;
• Coordinates the use of subject matter specialists, resource teachers, and other resource personnel;
• Assures that teachers are assigned to areas in which they are endorsed or that teachers are making required progress toward this endorsement in accordance with Board policy;
• Visits the classrooms in the individual school to observe the instructional methods, materials, and procedures used by teachers under his/her supervision, and to assist teachers in improving instruction;
• Works with staff in developing goals and provides opportunity for participation;
• Assists teachers in planning field trips and using community resources;
• Communicates and interprets Division policies, procedures and regulations;
• Provides feedback and support to teachers and other staff members on personal and professional needs;
• Establishes an effective communications program which includes opportunities for staff involvement, committees, individual conferences, internal communication procedures;
• Evaluates and/or supervises the evaluation of all personnel in the individual school;
• Monitors staff attendance and takes corrective measures if necessary;
• Confers with and assists teachers with problems of instruction and student discipline;
• Coordinates and supervises student affairs including after school activities;
• Coordinates services to students such as guidance, health, special education;
• Participates in required training and develops professional goals;
• Responsible for keeping all records for the school and promptly submitting all reports as required;
• Attend and participate in grade department meetings;
• Oversee school accreditation process;
• Support motivational and academic programs;
• Oversee Teacher Accreditation and License Renewal;
• Plan and support staff appreciation efforts;
• Serve on District level committees;
• Plan academic remediation programs;
• Responsible for the supervision of students during school day, while being transported to and from school, while going on school trips, and during any activity or function sponsored by the school;
• Assures that necessary documentation regarding resignations and recommendations for hiring, non-renewals, etc. are processed in accordance with Board policy/division procedures;
• Develops and monitors the school budget;
• Monitors expenditures and ensures good fiscal management of school-based funds as appropriated by the School Board;
• Is responsible for the general supervision and appearance of the grounds and buildings;
• Supervises the use of the school and grounds by all agencies;
• Communicates with parents by means of school programs, letters, telephone and personal contact;
• Participates in the activities of the Parent\Teacher Organization and Parent\Teacher Advisory Board Involves parent and community groups in operation of school;
• Reviews and approves school fund-raising requests.
• Responsible for the daily operation of the individual school and the safety and welfare of the students and employees;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with the school division's policies and practices.

Qualifications: KSA's, Education

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Significant knowledge with federal and state laws governing the education of all students and students with disabilities. Exceptional verbal, written, and technical communication skills. Familiarity and proficiency using and managing Microsoft office products (i.e., word, excel, outlook, email, database, etc.). Exceptional organizational skills and time management skills. Excellent diplomacy skills in managing difficult situations. Significant analytical and interpretive skills with regard to educational law governing student with disabilities. Excellent knowledge of the processes related to effective teaching and learning. Strong supervisory and decision-making skills. Ability to manage crises situations effectively. Consistent and regular attendance is an essential duty of this position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement in supervision and administration.
At least five years of successful experience, three years at a supervisory level with preference given to experience at the elementary level.
Preferred: Doctorate in Administration/Supervision. Management of instruction in relation to Virginia's Standard of Learning program.
Terms of Employment

LOCATION: Assigned School
WORK SCHEDULE: 12 months, 8 hours per day
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director Elementary Education
PAYGRADE: 22
SALARY SCALE: Uniform
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/DIRECT/INDIRECT REPORTS:
Supervises Direct Reports
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
Physical requirements and Disclaimer

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Position may include climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Work is typically performed in a school setting, including classrooms, cafeteria, and recreational areas. May require long periods of walking, sitting or standing. Requires exposure to outdoor environment, which may include inclement weather. Daily liaison activity throughout the school building and grounds. Daily contact with students, teachers, school and county administration, parents, and the community. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
Updated 11/2018 Fundraising; 4/2018 (posting review) 3/2016; 6/2015 (Rev. 2/11); Hanover County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
Please visit https://hcps.us/departments/human_resources/benefits___compensation for more information on our competitive benefits package. If you have further questions about your benefit status, please contact your recruiter.

The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The Director for Special Education is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding personnel matters under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. To contact Hanover County Public Schools by phone, you may call (804) 365-4500.