Principal

Job Brief

This sample job description is a good example of how to advertise vacancies and hire the best staff for your school. You can modify the requirements and responsibilities to suit your needs.

Job Description

• ● Oversee day-to-day school operations
• ● Manage school logistics and budgets
• ● Set learning goals for students and teachers based on national curricula
• ● Monitor and report on teacher performance
• ● Present data from school performance to board members
• ● Research new resources and techniques to improve teaching
• ● Interview and hire school personnel
• ● Review and implement school policies
• ● Provide guidance and counseling to teachers
• ● Handle emergencies and school crises
• ● Organize school events and assemblies
• ● Ensure a safe and clean environment for students (e.g. implementing hygiene rules)
• ● Attend conferences to gain knowledge on current educational trends

Job Requirements

• ● Previous experience as a principal or in a similar role
• ● Knowledge of school administrative processes and national educational regulations
• ● Hands-on experience with MS Office and education management systems
• ● Attention to detail
• ● Great presentation and communication skills
• ● Crisis management
• ● Ability to coach and inspire
• ● A teaching license is preferred
• ● Degree in Education; Master’s degree is a plus