Principal

Licchavi Public School

**ROLE AND DUTIES OF PRINCIPAL**

The Principal is part of a Divisional Administrative Team whose function is to support and assist the schools in meeting the overall objectives of the Division and the needs of individual students.

The role of the Principal is to provide leadership, direction and co-ordination within the school.

The Principal's main focus should be to develop and maintain effective educational programs within his/her school and to promote the improvement of teaching and learning with his/her school. The Principal should strive to create an organization and or climate which fosters student and teacher growth.

In fulfilling this role the Principal shall work under the supervision of the Superintendent of
Schools and within the provisions of the Public Schools Act, the Department of Education and Training regulations, and Board Policy.

The duties of the School Principal are all encompassing as all aspects of the schools operations are either directly or indirectly under his/her jurisdiction. In general terms of the Principal shall be responsible for: (a) the detailed organization of the school; (b) the development of the instructional program; (c) the assignment of duties to and the supervision of members of his staff and: (d) the general operation of the school facility.

The amount of time a Principal will be able to devote to administrative duties will vary according to the size and grade level of the school, the amount of time released from teaching, and the demands of a particular year. However the following are all included n the powers and responsibilities of the Principal.

1. Leadership and Climate a) Continually endeavour to improve the operating effectiveness of the school for which he is responsible. b) Keep informed of current practices and techniques relating to school programs, teaching and administration by attending meetings and professional development conferences, and reading professional materials. c) When not involved in teaching duties, to devote as much time as possible to the supervision of the school; observing methods of instruction and endeavouring to improve the efficiency of the staff and the school in general.

Keep the Superintendent fully advised as to the conditions and needs of the school. d) Suggest appropriate changes in and ensure adherence to approved policies, practices and procedures within his area of responsibility.

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- 2. Programming a) Co-ordinate and foster the development of programs within the school to best meet the needs and interests of the students. This includes the establishment, supervision, and evaluation of special education programs where a child needs one. b) Assist the teaching staff in the development, implementation, modifications, and selection of curriculum materials, and keep the
Superintendent informed as to any modifications in or substitution of approved courses. c) Develop and support a high degree of student morale through curricular and extracurricular activities and services and co-ordinate the participation of all members of the teaching staff in the extracurricular program.

3. School Organization and Staffing a) Participate with the School Division Office in the selection of professional, clerical and support staff. b) Be responsible for the preparation of timetable, class lists and schedules, and supervision schedules and be responsible for their functioning. c) Hold regular staff meetings for the purpose of discussing educational and administrative matters. d) Be responsible for the proper registration and transfer of students in the school and for the maintenance of up-to-date student cumulative records. e) Maintain or direct the maintenance of other records and files, and the preparation and submission of reports as required. f) Establish appropriate procedures for the control of all school textbooks, materials, equipment, etc. g) Have authority over Faculty of Education Students accepted at his/her school. h) Where there is no Vice-Principal, designate a member of the teaching staff of that school to assume the duties and responsibilities of the Principal in the Principal's absence and inform the staff of the person designated.

4. Professional Developmen t a) Promote the professional and academic growth of his staff through staff

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meetings, in-service training and personal contact.
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5. Staff Supervision and Evaluation a) As building administrator the Principal is responsible for the daily supervision of the school, its students, facilitators, professional and support staff, volunteers, and personnel from outside agencies. b) See that every teacher shall be on duty i