Middle School Principal (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)

Thank you for your interest in our Middle School Principal positionJob Summary:The Middle School Principal is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the coresponding Executive Director of School Operations, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.JOB DESCRIPTIONPosition Title: Principal - Middle SchoolSalary Schedule: State Plus Local SupplementDepartment: School LeadershipJob Code: 761052Reports To: Exec. Dir. of Secondary School Ops.Work Schedule: 240 days/8 hr.Grade/Level: L/S240FLSA: ExemptPrimary Function: Receive general direction from the Superintendent and exercise direct supervision over assigned staff. Plan, direct and review the activities of the school including program supervision and development. Interpret and explain district policies and procedures relative to school operations and instruction.Working Conditions:Physical Demands:Office environmentDexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboardConstant interruptionsHearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephoneSeeing to read a variety of materialsSitting for extended periods of timeBending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materialsQualifications:Must hold or be eligible for Georgia Level 6 Certificate in Educational Leadership (Tier II)Must have a strong educational background with a minimum of three (3) years successful administrative experienceMinimum of one (1) year successful experience as assistant principal requiredMust be able to follow directives and assist in the direction of focus of the total programMust have good organizational skills and the ability to supervise a large staffThe Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.Essential Functions:Provide leadership and accountability in working with all school stakeholders including teachers, parents, support personnel, students, and community members to achieve standards and develop and improve the instructional programs of the schoolDirect and supervise the ongoing development of the School Improvement Plan (SIP), and coordinate communication of the SIP with the School Advisory CouncilSupervise the work of staff members in the school, and confer with them to improve the quality of teaching/learningEncourage the acceptance of individual responsibility and the development of initiative on the part of all staffPreside at meetings of the school staff, and enlist the cooperation of all staff members in the solution to school-related problemsParticipate in the appointment, re-appointment, promotion, dismissal, and performance evaluation of all school staffDirect and supervise the labor of all employees in the school, and be responsible for the efficiency of employeesAdminister regulations affecting scholarship and discipline, and counsel with students as neededMaintain desirable relationships with school patrons, and counsel with them concerning student progress and achievementCertify the compliance of individual students with the requirements for promotion or graduation, based on records and reports from teachersServes as the medium of communication for all official business of the school with Central Office staff, students, and the publicBe responsible for the proper use and preservation of buildings, grounds, furnishings, equipment, and facilities of the schoolSubmit to Central Office Administration reports covering all details of the work of the schoolEnsure that grade report cards are properly completed and issued at designated timesEnsure that all interschool contests and all other school-sponsored activities are under the direct and complete control of the school administration and that finances related to such school activities are handled the same as other school fundsEnsure that all school purchases are made through authorized individual school purchase orders and comply with statutory requirements as well as Board PoliciesDesignate a staff member to oversee the school in case of illness or absence of the principalEnsure that receipts are issued for all funds received regardless of sourceSubmit required and requested financial reports to appropriate staff; submit all accounting books for audit as requestedProvides for a safe, orderly, secure campus and school environmentServes as spokesperson for the school to the community and within the districtInvolves the community in school programs, activities, and in establishing district and school goalsAttends meetings at district office with district office personnel, parents, counselors, and school administration staffConducts classroom observations on a regular basis to observe student behavior and teaching strategiesParticipate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to job responsibilitiesReview current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilitiesEnsure adherence to appropriate safety proceduresFollow federal and state laws, as well as Board policiesPerform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designeeApplicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States