Elementary School Principal Jobs

TITLE: Principal REVISED 05/29/26

Chestnut Hill Elementary School APPROVED 06/08/26

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s Degree or higher, Doctorate preferred, in educational administration or other applicable discipline.

• Pennsylvania Department of Education Principal Certification.
• At least five years experience in public school administration and supervision, preferred.

• At least five years successful experience as a classroom teacher.
• Such alternatives to the above as the Superintendent or designee may find appropriate or acceptable.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent and/or designee

SUPERVISES: All personnel assigned to the school.

JOB GOALS: Promote the educational well-being of each student and staff member in the school by creating and maintaining a safe, pleasant, motivational, and productive environment in which to work and learn.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instructional Leadership
  • Serve as the instructional leader of the building by promoting high-quality curriculum, instruction, assessment, and continuous improvement practices.
  • Establish and maintain a positive, student-centered learning environment that supports academic achievement, student growth, and overall well-being.
  • Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of building goals, school improvement initiatives, and academic programming designed to meet student and school needs.
  • Facilitate and oversee data team meetings and the use of student achievement data, including PVAAS and other performance indicators, to inform instructional decision making.
  • Support and coach teachers in instructional best practices, professional growth, and effective classroom practices.
  • Develop and implement programs and recognition systems that support student achievement, attendance, performance, and growth.
  • Remain current on educational trends, laws, research, and best practices through professional learning and collaboration.
• Staff Supervision and Development
  • Supervise and evaluate professional and support staff, including school counselors, in accordance with district procedures and evaluation requirements.
  • Facilitate staff communication, collaboration, orientation, and professional development through meetings, digital communication, and ongoing support.
  • Support the development, onboarding, and effectiveness of newly assigned staff members.
  • Meet and collaborate with association liaisons and staff leadership representatives to maintain positive working relationships.
• Student Services and School Culture
  • Oversee student support services, including special education, Section 504, English Language Learner, and other specialized programs to ensure compliance and responsiveness to individual student needs.
  • Collaborate with building designees to maintain consistent student discipline practices and support student academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
  • Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive school culture for students and staff.
  • Coordinate and participate in stakeholder committees and advisory groups, including the Safety Committee, Wellness Committee, Student Advisory Council, and related initiatives.
  • Oversee the Trojan Watch program and other student support and intervention systems.
• Operations and Organizational Management
  • Provide leadership for the planning, organization, scheduling, and implementation of school activities, athletics, extracurricular programs, and daily operations.
  • Oversee master course scheduling and building-level operational processes.
  • Develop, prepare, and manage the building budget, approve employee timesheets, oversee local activity funds, and ensure responsible fiscal management.
  • Ensure the accurate completion and maintenance of reports, records, administrative documentation, and compliance requirements.
  • Maintain a visible presence throughout school campuses and at school-sponsored activities and events.
  • Provide leadership in strategic planning and building-level decision making.
• Family, Community, and District Relations
  • Foster positive relationships with families, community organizations, colleges, universities, career and technical partners, and district stakeholders to support school goals and initiatives.
  • Maintain and oversee the school’s relationship with the Erie County Technical School and other educational partners.
  • Communicate district policies, school expectations, accomplishments, needs, and challenges to stakeholders and district leadership.
  • Participate in district leadership meetings and collaborate with district and building administrators to advance district goals and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Represent the school is district, community, and professional settings as assigned.
• Any other duties assigned by the Superintendent or their designee.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.
• Ability to plan and implement programming based on District and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents.
• Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written formats.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, and hear.
• The employee will occasionally sit, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Over 25 pounds requires assistance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee continuously interacts with the public and other staff and occasionally meets multiple demands from several people.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and work is generally performed indoors.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disability (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work year and salary in accordance with the Act 93 Agreement.

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Administrative Personnel.