Principal

JOB GOAL: Administers resources available to create a climate for instructional excellence and the educational development of each student.
 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Promotes an environment/climate conducive to productive performance.

2. Plans for and manages the resources for which he/she is responsible, 

including personnel, finances, facilities, programs, and time.

3. Communicates accurately and effectively.

4. Uses supervision, staff development, and performance evaluation to 

improve the program of the district.

5. Demonstrates leadership.

6. Demonstrates an understanding of political theory.

7. Complies with all School Board policies and administrative regulations.

8. Facilitates the planning and development of curriculum and instructional goals for school staff and students.

9. Monitors and facilitates the progress of programs toward established goals.

10. Uses supervision, staff development, and performance evaluation to improve the instructional process of the school. To do this, the principal 

follows procedures consistent with the state and local Teacher Performance Evaluation Plan.

11. Stays current with new school programs and practices training and educational literature.

12. Completes required reports and communications throughout the year.

13. Participates in the hiring of new staff members.

14. Enhances public relations with community members, parents, staff, and students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A master’s degree.

2. A valid New Mexico administrative license.  

3. Five years experience in public school administration and supervision 

and/or teaching.

4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find 

appropriate and acceptable.

5. Secondary experience preferred.