About this role
The Rockwood School District seeks an outstanding educator to serve as Principal of Uthoff Valley Elementary School.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Lead the school instructional program and improvement process
- Establish and maintain an effective learning environment in the school
- Establish and maintain an effective site-based program for curriculum implementation, staff development, technology, and school operations
- Assume responsibility for the implementation and observance of all Board of Education policies and regulations by school staff and students
- Oversee the supervision of all school programs to enhance individual student education and development
- Establish guidelines for proper student attendance, conduct, and maintaining student discipline
- Plan, organize, attend, and direct the implementation of all school activities
- Initiates, designs, and implements programs to meet the specific needs of the school and the students
- Acts as a liaison between the school and the community
- Interprets activities and policies of the school and the district, and encourages community participation in school life
- Orient newly assigned staff members and assist in their development, as appropriate
- Coordinate or supervise support services such as custodial, security, recreational programs, financial and accounting functions, and instructional media activities
- Work toward the accomplishment of Board of Education Goals and MSIP Standards
- Participate in all events associated with the school and district programs
- Prepare and submit the school's budgetary requests and monitor expenditures of funds
- Maintain and control the various local funds generated by student activities
- Cooperate with college and university officials regarding student teacher training and preparation
- Cooperate with various members of the central administrative staff regarding the total school program
- Conduct staff meetings to keep members informed of policy changes, new programs, and other district developments
- Assist in the recruiting, screening, hiring, training, assigning, and evaluating of the school's staff
- Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field
- Keep the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent Supervision of Elementary Education informed of school activities and problems
- Attend and lead various meetings, including evening and weekend, and participates in districtwide committees and activities
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent Supervision of Elementary Education
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- Master's degree required; doctorate preferred with a major in educational administration
- Must hold a Missouri certificate as an elementary school principal
- Successful elementary school administration and supervision experience
- Minimum of three years of successful experience as a classroom teacher
- Consistent and regular attendance is required
Competitive salary and benefits
Starting Date: July 1, 2027
260 Day Contract
Screening to begin: November 22, 2026
All applicants need to complete an administrative online application at: https://rockwood.schoolspring.com/
Current Rockwood administrators must submit the "Transfer Application – Administrative" and attach a resume and cover letter.
External applicants and Rockwood employees must submit the "Administrative" online application and attach a letter of interest, resume, and a copy of your current certification.