CLASS TITLE: Principal

CLASS CODE: 1010 

REPORTS TO: Superintendent/Designee

EXEMPT STATUS: Exempt

BASIC FUNCTION: 

Serves as educational leader, supervisor, appraiser, and interpreter of the educational program in the school assigned; is responsible for delegating responsibilities as needed to personnel and for the safety and welfare of those assigned to the school.

 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Plan, administer, and supervise the educational program, ensuring effective learning


• Knowledge of curriculum, instruction, assessment, record-keeping, and relevant laws, rules, and regulations


• Collect, organize, analyze, and maintain student achievement data required by the district


• Select and evaluate staff in consultation with the SBDM Council, and supervise all personnel


• Communicate regularly with staff, SBDM Council, PTA/PTO, parents, and the community, and handle school correspondence and notices


• Interpret and execute directives from the Superintendent or Chief Academic Officer and advise district staff on student achievement and school management


• Prepare required reports, maintain student records, and ensure proper documentation


• Manage school discipline per the Board of Education’s Student Code of Conduct and school policies, while enforcing federal and state laws, including Special Education requirements


• Oversee all school programs


• Supervise building and grounds maintenance and ensure proper inventory of equipment and supplies


• Demonstrate punctuality, professionalism, appropriate appearance, and consistent, reliable attendance


• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or designee

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Requires speech, vision, and hearing capabilities


• Work involves both indoor and occasional outdoor activity


• Stand & move for extended periods; lift, push, pull, carry, etc. up to 25 lbs. repetitively; kneel, crouch, sit, etc.


• Use technology, including computers, interactive whiteboards, audio-visual equipment, etc.


• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics and follow all board and school policies

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Kentucky Teacher Certification


• Kentucky Principal Certification


• At least 3 years of successful teaching experience

 

Board Approved: 06/10/2025