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GENERAL INFORMATION

Location:

Busby, MT

Salary:

DOE

Date posted:

Jul 19 2012

Date expires:

Oct 10 2012 (This job post already expired)

JOB DESCRIPTION

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NORTHERN CHEYENNE TRIBAL SCHOOL JOB
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POSITION: ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL
SALARY: DOE
DEPARTMENT: NCTS
ACCOUNTABLE TO: SUPERINTENDENT
OPENING DATE: MAY 23, 2012 CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
DEFINITION
Under general direction of the Superintendent, is responsible for the administration of
NCTS Secondary School grades K-6.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties
may be assigned.
Screens, selects, directs and evaluates performance of certificated and classified
staff members
Relates to students with mutual respect while carrying out a positive and effective
discipline policy
Communicates effectively with the business and residential community and
participates in civic activities
Motivates employee performance and enhances morale
Administers a balanced budget and operates a school under a decentralized
management system
Maintains a commitment to ongoing growth in self and others, supporting and
participating in District and site professional growth programs
Actively promotes fund-raising and grant applications for the site and for the
District
Possesses the knowledge to implement an employee evaluation system which
might include clinical supervision
Demonstrates positive attitude toward job and remains a flexible and innovative
team builder
Has knowledge of local policies, tribal, state and federal laws relating to minors
Supervises and manages site operation to assure safety and efficiency
Implements and monitors special programs
Manages certificated and classified contracts at site level
Ensures that all student academic testing is completed in a timely manner and data
is analyzed and utilized to develop individual student plans
Facilitates the school improvement process
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Will assist Superintendent and staff planning toward restructuring of Elementary to
accommodate needs of Northern Cheyenne Tribal School students.
Other duties as assigned by superintendent
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill,
and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or
diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. This position requires
locomotion, communication ability to perceive the environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing 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 occasionally works in outside
weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are 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.
DESIRABLE QUALITIES:
Ability to articulate school policy Energetic approach to responsibilities
Positive personality; sense of humor and compassion
Creative ability
Ability to accept criticism and grow as the result
Ability to visualize and implement change
Capacity to withstand stress
Self motivation
Potential for growth
CREDENTIAL: Valid Montana Administrative Credential
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EDUCATION:
Master's Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university.
EXPERIENCE:
Five years successful teaching and administrative experience in an elementary/secondary
school; experience in the area of elementary/secondary curriculum; demonstrated skill in
participatory management, shared decision-making and school and program planning.
How to apply: Submit completed NCTS certified application along with official
transcripts to Northern Cheyenne Tribal School or e-mail
michael.bundy@cheyennenation.com or ilene.spang@cheyennenation.com . Any
questions call (406) 592-3646 ext. 141 or 149

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