Job Description:

1. Oversee K-8 educational program.
2. Oversee Supplemental programs.
3. Develop and implement system to monitor student progress including performance-based methods.
4. Conduct staff meeting to ensure participatory management, staff input and clear communication.
5. Monitor learning activities to assure these compliment student outcomes.
6. Conduct frequent classroom observation in collaboration with EPS to assist teachers with instructional strategies and classroom management.
7. Monitor maintenance of student records.
8. Ensure compliance with accrediting agency requirements.
9. Ensure equitable administration of student rights and responsibilities according to the student handbook.
10. Ensure parents are involved as true partners in the education of their student.
11. Ensure students are involved in decision making through a student council, etc.
12. Assist with identification and acquisition of learning resources.
13. Assist in recruitment and hiring of staff.
14. Oversee the development and maintenance of Policies and assure Porcupine School operates accordingly.
15. Provide for a balanced extracurricular program for students K-8 that includes psycho-motor, creative, cultural, academic and other development of students.
16. Attend School Board meetings and assist with the development of the agenda.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Master’s Degree in Administration.
• South Dakota Elementary Principal Certification.
• Experience as a Principal on a reservation school.
• Knowledgeable in supervision, educational planning and teaching strategies.
• Knowledge of BIE transportation, facilities, food service and the business procedures.
• Knowledge of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
• Indian and veteran preference is considered according to applicable law.