Principal
Must possess a Master’s Degree and SC Licensure in Elementary/Secondary Principal Tier I or II. The position requires a minimum of 3 years teaching experience, preferably with Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and 3 years of educational leadership experience. SC Licensure in Deaf/Hard of Hearing or related field is preferred. Ability to communicate effectively using American Sign Language (ASL) is strongly preferred.
Under limited supervision, provides the leadership and management skills necessary to maximize the efforts of teachers and students in an environment which is conducive to educational enhancement, growth and achievement for students; serves as the administrator for the School for the Deaf; supervises and coordinates the work of all assigned professional and classified personnel; ensures subordinates’ adherence to agency policies, regulations, and goals.
Instructional Leadership: Fosters the success of all students by leading the development of a comprehensive educational program for deaf/hard of hearing students that enhances teaching and learning. Evaluates the merits of educational programs and resources and recommends improvements based on applicable research and data. Coordinates staff training and facilitates opportunities for collaboration, analysis, and reflection.
IEP Management: Fosters the success of all students by supervising the IEP process to ensure compliance with all regulations. Provides technical support and training to staff to ensure understanding of special education actions and proficiency with compliance protocols.
Professional Development: Fosters the success of all students by collaborating with school agency staff to plan and implement professional development activities that promote the achievement of school and agency goals by using available resources and opportunities for professional growth.
Record keeping: Fosters the success of all students by effectively keeping records and scorecard data. Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal laws, rules, policies, and procedures regarding IEPs, ADEPT, EPMS, FERPA, HIPAA, and other Human Resource and accountability procedures.
Effective Management: Fosters the success of all students by effectively managing the school building, staff, students, schedules, and resources. Maintains inventory records and secures all assets. Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to agency policies; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; completes the EPMS and ADEPT evaluations on time. Maintains effective communication with all stakeholders, including staff, parents, students, and community members. Enforces policies and procedures designed to protect the safety and welfare of students and staff while on campus.
Interpersonal skills: Fosters the success of all students by interacting effectively with stakeholders and addressing their needs and concerns.