Principal at C.W. Shipley Elementary, 235 days

Principal at C.W. Shipley Elementary, 235 days Job ID: 5719937 Application Deadline: Jun 05, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: May 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Jefferson County seeks applicants for Principal at C.W. Shipley Elementary School. The successful applicant is expected to oversee all educational programs and school activities including but not limited to K-5, Pre‑K, and special education. Applicants should hold or be able to obtain WVDE administrative certification, a minimum of three years of school administrative experience preferred, and a Master’s Degree in education is required. Position Type: Full‑Time Employment Term: Minimum 235 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18‑5‑45; extended employment terms may be established by JCBOE. Salary: Pursuant to WV Code §18A‑4‑2, in accordance with Jefferson County Administrative Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education level. Responsibilities Assume full administration of the school Responsible for the distribution and inventory of textbooks and instructional supplies Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of the faculty and staff, including extra‑curricular assignments Responsible for the preparation of Federal, State, and County reports Responsible for the development of the master schedule Responsible for coordinating ancillary services necessary for the operation of the school, including budgeting, transportation, support services, child nutrition and custodial services, pupil services, health and social services, federal programs, special education, common planning, best practices relative to curriculum & instruction and school improvement, technology integration, and ADA compliance including 504 plans Responsible for assisting the staff with student relations, staff development, community relations, student discipline, student attendance, student supervision, the instructional program and the Local School Improvement Council Implement and administer regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to student conduct Responsible for all aspects of athletics, including scheduling of activities and officials, ordering and inventory of equipment, and budgeting Responsible for arranging for substitute teachers and providing appropriate orientation and evaluation of their performance Promote a positive school environment, including positive utilization of the faculty senate Perform other related duties as assigned by the superintendent and/or immediate supervisor Qualifications Master’s Degree Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels, pursuant to WV Code §18A‑3‑2 Hold, or be eligible for, a valid West Virginia administrative certificate at the appropriate programmatic level Completion of the WV Evaluation Leadership Institute Minimum three years experience in school administration preferred Minimum five years successful teaching experience; preference for experience at the appropriate programmatic level Knowledgeable in school curriculum at the appropriate programmatic level Knowledgeable in County, State, and Federal policies Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others and as a member of an educational team Effective written and oral communication skills Demonstrated ability to integrate computers and technology in educational leadership Demonstrated ability to implement innovative programs related to the appropriate programmatic level Demonstrates self‑control Maintain or upgrade skills by working toward self‑improvement, reacting favorably to constructive criticism, and attending in‑service training and available workshops Additional Requirements Applicable WV Code §18A‑2‑9 performance responsibilities Eligibility for WV administrative certification Completion of a criminal background check pursuant to WV Code §18‑5‑15c and/or §18A‑3‑10 Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A‑3‑2a and §18A‑2‑9 Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. The employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20‑60 dB). Exceptions include gymnasiums as well as vocational/technical laboratories where noise levels may be moderate to loud (60‑90 dB). Additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education