The Principal of Alternative Education Programs serves as the educational leader and administrator in charge of the school site, facilities and programs thereof to provide leadership to advance the District’s mission and vision to obtain the ideal learning experience.

BASIC FUNCTION

Plan, organize, control and direct the instructional programs, operations, plant and personnel for a High School or Alternative Education School or school of comparable size and complexity.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

1. Provides leadership to school staff in interpreting district policies, defining and clarifying educational objectives, and stimulating high levels of job performance. E
2. Plan, organize, control and direct instructional activities, special programs, and plant operations; confer with District Office personnel regarding staff, programs, students, finances and legal requirements; implement and modify the school’s mission, goals, objectives and programs as needed. E
3. Plans, directs, and evaluates the instruction program in the school with an understanding and appreciation for the need to modify traditional curriculum to meet the needs of individuals students; communicate with teachers to assure instructional programs meet student needs and District and State requirements. E
4. Assigns, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff. Requests new staff as needed. Recruits, interviews and recommends the employment of certificated personnel for staff. Assign faculty and staff as appropriate to meet school objectives. E
5. Inspects school site to ensure proper maintenance, operations, and safety; assure proper management and inventory of materials, equipment, buildings, and grounds. E
6. Plan, organize, coordinate, supervise, and administer programs; meet with advisory groups and individuals; select and organize new courses of instruction. Evaluates the effectiveness of courses in meeting needs of students. E
7. Assists teachers with programs and problems relating to pupils and instruction. E
8. Direct and participate in a planned program of classroom visitations and observations; document evidence of substandard performance; recommend discipline, reassignment, or termination of staff as appropriate. E
9. Supervises a fair and consistent student discipline policy. E
10. Studies and initiates the use of new teaching methods and staff development materials; initiates, encourages, and directs experimental and pilot programs of instruction. E
11. Enrolls students in the school; conducts preliminary interview with students and parents to explain school’s program and expectations; and determines the best individual program for each student. E
12. Responsible for the management of school resources, including revenue and expenditures, personnel, facilities, and equipment. E
13. Plan and direct the business operations of the school; develop and administer site budgets; assure proper allocation of funds for instructional and non-instructional equipment and materials. E
14. Coordinate and meet with school site advisory groups; conduct student/parent appeals; respond to and resolve parent, student, and staff complaints; represent the school at Board, District and community functions. E
15. Direct the implementation of staff development and in-service training; update staff on revised policies and procedures and implement changes. E
16. Supervises the preparation of periodic reports to the State Department of Education, the Superintendent or designee, and other reports as authorized or directed. E
17. Supervises the maintenance of records of student attendance and of permanent records of student accomplishment; direct the maintenance of student and staff records at the site. E

18. Responsible for maintaining an effective communication system, including keeping the Superintendent or designee informed regarding developments in his/her school. E
19. Promotes positive and effective relationships among staff, students, and parents. E
20. Assure the health, safety and welfare of students; oversee attendance, behavior management, counseling, guidance, and other support services; provide individual academic and personal counseling to students and parents. E
21. Prepare and write correspondence, bulletins and other communications on behalf of the school; arrange for school-level public relations and publicity for special events and achievements as appropriate. E
22. Responsible for coordinating, organizing, and implementing all student activities in the school. E
23. Responsible for being knowledgeable and current relative to District, State, and Federal policies, laws, and regulations as they relate to the school and its programs; Administer District and school site policies and safety programs. E
24. Serves on various District committees as directed by the Superintendent or designee. E
25. Perform related duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.