Elementary Principal

Description

As a top-performing charter school in our county and state, Dayspring Academy seeks individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, strive for excellence, and are dedicated to their team and the families they serve. 

We are here to create an educational family that develops character-driven, culturally literate, lifelong learners who bring value to their community. We are preparing learners in Pasco County, Pre-K through 12th grade, for high school, college, and the workforce by delivering world-class education through the arts in a collaborative environment fueled by a passion for learning.  

Dayspring is committed to its policy of offering equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, religion, color, gender, ethnicity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability and acknowledges veteran preference in employment. 

We offer very competitive salaries, employer paid 401(k) without requiring an employee contribution, excellent benefits, school recognition bonuses (as an A rated school), and many more benefits.

Position: Full time/Exempt

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of personnel within this position.

• Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all learners and staff for academic performance and 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 school including instructional programs, extracurricular activities, discipline systems, building maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, and emergency procedures. Ensure compliance with all State and District laws, policies & procedures and regulations.
• Establish master schedules for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for learners consistent with the school’s philosophy, mission statement and instructional goals.
• Supervise the instructional programs of the school, evaluate lesson plans and observe classes on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with effective learning and child growth and development. Encourage use of technology in the classroom.
• Supervise in a fair and consistent manner effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards, consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of the school. Ensure a safe, orderly environment that encourages learners to take responsibility for behavior and creates high morale among staff and learners. 
• Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with learners, parents and school personnel. Serve as a role model for learners, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance of learning, accepting responsibility, and demonstrating pride in the education profession. Encourage all teachers to do the same. 
• Notify immediately the CEO, and appropriate personnel and agencies when there is evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or learners appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
• Keep the CEO advised of employees not meeting employment standards.
• Keep the staff informed and seek ideas for the improvement of the school. Conduct staff meetings as necessary for the proper functioning of the school.
• Establish and maintain an effective inventory system for all school supplies, materials and equipment.
• Establish procedures that create and maintain attractive, organized, functional, healthy, clean, and safe facilities. 
• Assume responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of learners, employees and visitors. 
• Follow established guidelines regarding drills for emergencies and disasters.
• Maintain a master schedule to be posted for all teachers.
• Establish schedules and procedures for the supervision of learners in non-classroom areas (including before and after school).
• Maintain visibility with learners, teachers, and parents.
• Communicate regularly with parents so as to create a cooperative relationship for learner success. 
• Use effective presentation skills when addressing learners, staff, parents, and the community including appropriate vocabulary and examples, clear and legible visuals, and articulate speech.
• Complete in a timely fashion all records and reports as required. Maint