Position Category | Administration |
Position Type | Elementary Principal |
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School District | Neosho School District |
City, State | Neosho, MO |
Description | The Neosho School District is hiring for an Elementary Building Principal for the 2025/2026 school year. Serves as the educational leader of the school. Responsible for the educational programs and services in the school in accordance with district policies and procedures. Responsible for implementing district programs, policies and procedures. The Neosho School District believes in the Professional Learning Community (PLC) concept and is committed to a team environment among teachers and administrators. A principal in the district must be a champion of PLC and willing to assist in the implementation of PLC practices including development of essential standards, standards-based grading, responses to intervention and academically challenging opportunities for those who have mastered the standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities An individual who holds this position is responsible for: Supervision of instruction Monitor instructional procedures to ensure that classroom activities are aligned to projected outcomes and use findings to make corrections. Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to the staff and students. Recognize excellence and achievement. Promote collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making processes. Meet with committees to plan professional development activities. Recommend people who are excited about their job; who love working with children and are highly qualified for the position. Conference with parents, students, and teachers about student and school issues. Treat students fairly, equitably, with dignity and respect. Meet with faculty and students to develop a student discipline plan that results in positive student behavior that improves the school climate. Supervise or delegate "all" after school activities and events Compile/maintain all reports, records, and other documents required including accurate reports of attendance. Develop your building budget based on documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits, maintain fiscal control, and accurately report fiscal information. Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that students are disciplined appropriately in accordance with the building handbook. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff. An individual who holds this position is expected to attend: Board meetings, as requested Student activities and events IEP meetings Supervisory Duties Has supervisory responsibility over all building staff. Qualifications Education/Experience Master’s degree or higher in educational administration Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Missouri principal’s certificate for the appropriate grade levels Other requirements Experience, maturity, and leadership abilities in appropriate facets of school administration. Sensitivity to the needs and objectives of the student, school, and district; the ability to supervise, evaluate, and manage the work of others; leadership skills in the area of curriculum development, management, and evaluation. Understand and support the District’s Comprehensive School Improvement Plan. |
Required Qualifications | Education/Experience Master’s degree or higher in educational administration Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Missouri principal’s certificate for the appropriate grade levels |
Include the following materials with your application: | Resume |
Include the following materials with your application: | Teaching/Administration Certification |
Application Instructions | Apply online at www.neoshosd.org |
Link | https://www.neoshosd.org/ |
Contact Name | Tammie Hays |
Contact Email | haystammie@neoshosd.org |