Job Details

Position Type:
Administration/Elementary Principal

Date Posted:
3/10/2026

Location:
ADAMS ELEMENTARY
Norman Public Schools
Elementary Principal Job Description

Job Title: Elementary Principal

Credentials: Elementary Education Administrative Certificate

Education: Master's degree in Educational Administration or a related field.

Training or Experience Required: At least three years of teaching experience.

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent of Student Services

Contract: 210 days

Salary Schedule: Site Administrator Salary Schedule

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Essential Job Functions

• Oversee the implementation of district curriculum goals, philosophy, and policies within the area of responsibility.
• Assist teachers in establishing meaningful goals, objectives, and evaluation procedures related to educational improvement.
• Assist teachers in evaluating instructional methods, teaching skills, and the effectiveness of student learning outcomes.
• Ensure that teachers meet individual student needs and abilities and promote satisfactory growth in basic skills.
• Assist teachers in utilizing community resources within their instructional programs.
• Support teachers in providing classroom environments conducive to maximum learning.
• Maintain a workplace environment free of discrimination and sexual harassment and encourage equal opportunity for all.
• Promote health and safety by eliminating unsafe or unhealthy working conditions; communicate safety procedures and train staff accordingly; manage lost time due to worker accidents or injuries.
• Oversee staff training in the technical and procedural aspects of their positions.
• Motivate staff to review areas of responsibility to identify ways to improve performance.
• Encourage initiative and creativity while minimizing risk.
• Foster staff morale to reinforce successful performance.
• Provide opportunities for professional development experiences that support excellence in education.
• Administer personnel functions including new employee orientation, hiring, performance evaluation, corrective counseling, discipline, EAP referrals, grievance handling, problem resolution, work assignments, and implementation of personnel policies.
• Implement constructive student discipline practices that reinforce desired behavioral outcomes.
• Promote an environment where students take responsibility for their behavior and demonstrate respect for school property and the rights of others.
• Encourage appreciation for civil rights and responsibilities within democratic institutions.
• Promote student development based on moral and ethical values.
• Encourage and oversee projects designed to address special challenges or problems.
• Support teachers who develop and implement innovative instructional practices and techniques.
• Plan goals, objectives, and evaluation procedures for new initiatives and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Promote proactive problem solving, staff involvement, and improved productivity and customer service.
• Involve students and staff in developing and maintaining reasonable standards of conduct.
• Assist teachers in identifying sources of problems and involve them in the resolution process.
• Make informed decisions by evaluating relevant facts such as costs, customer needs, policies, and potential outcomes.
• Provide clear and consistent written and verbal directions.
• Minimize classroom interruptions to maximize instructional time.
• Plan and conduct productive staff meetings.
• Limit paperwork requirements to those that are necessary.
• Administer attendance policies in accordance with district policy.
• Oversee school health and safety programs.
• Provide opportunities for community involvement in school activities.
• Solicit community input when developing school goals.
• Utilize educational resources available within the community.
• Effectively communicate school programs and district policies to the community.
• Keep the community informed regarding school programs and activities.
• Encourage teachers to maintain effective communication with parents.
• Encourage parental involvement when addressing student discipline concerns.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility through effective utilization of resources and accountability for revenues and expenditures.
• Maintain appropriate inventory and cost-accounting systems.
• Supervise and evaluate teacher use of instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Ensure supplies and equipment are available when needed.
• Maintain school facilities effectively within available resources.
• Monitor maintenance and utility costs to ensure efficiency compared with similar schools.
• Encourage students to demonstrate pride in their school and facilities.
• Promote economical use of materials and supplies.
• Implement programs that encourage staff to provide excellent customer service.
• Empower staff to resolve customer concerns, interpret policies, reduce unnecessary bureaucracy, and improve service delivery.
• Prepare clear and concise reports for School Board action.
• Communicate professionally with the public, staff, and colleagues.
• Utilize systems and procedures that support effective decision-making.
• Listen to and respond to ideas and suggestions from colleagues and staff.
• Keep the supervisor informed of critical concerns.
• Conduct short- and long-range planning for curriculum and school operations.
• Anticipate needs based on enrollment growth, demographic changes, revenue, and technological developments.
• Evaluate and revise forecasting as necessary.
• Collaborate with district and community stakeholders to achieve district goals.
• Respond effectively to new issues and challenges.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, administrators, and community leaders to serve the public and accomplish district objectives.
• Share information, resources, and expertise with team members.
• Encourage cooperation across departments to solve problems.
• Utilize professional literature and resources to improve leadership practices.
• Attend and participate in professional meetings.
• Pursue professional growth opportunities beyond district requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Employees in this position must communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. The position requires the ability to utilize and promote participatory management techniques. The employee must demonstrate personal characteristics including, but not limited to, poise, integrity, flexibility, sound judgment, professionalism, and strong leadership skills necessary for success as an administrator in Norman Public Schools.

The employee must work collaboratively with students, parents, administrators, and staff. The employee must also demonstrate the ability to manage conflict and effectively apply problem-solving strategies.