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Principal for the 2026-2027 School Year

Gaston County Schools · US

Definition To serve as the chief administrator of a school in developing and implementing policies, programs, curriculum activities, and budgets in a manner...

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Definition To serve as the chief administrator of a school in developing and implementing policies, programs, curriculum activities, and budgets in a manner that promotes the educational development of each student and the professional development of each staff member. Duties and Responsibilities: - Evaluates staff members according to state and local standards. - Relates to students with mutual respect while carrying out a positive and effective discipline policy. - Conducts frequent classroom visits and documents these visits; conferences with employees regarding visits. - Motivates employee performance and enhances morale. - Administers a balanced budget and operates a school under a decentralized management system; understands and follows local and state financial policies and guidelines. - Understands the underlying philosophy of the school that matches the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs of the students. - Demonstrates a positive attitude toward the job and remains a flexible and innovative team builder. - Supervises and manages site operations to assure safety and efficiency. - Develops master schedules and calendars which maximize the possible achievemen...