High School Principal Department: RC High School Supervisor: Superintendent of Schools Status: Full-Time Classification: Exempt ______________________________________________________________________________________ MISSION The mission of Red Cloud Indian School, Inc. (RCIS), a Catholic institution administered by the Jesuits and the Lakota people, is to develop and grow as a vibrant Church, through an education of the mind and spirit that promotes the values of the Lakota culture. RCIS includes two elementary schools, a high school, The Heritage Center, and ten churches on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in southwestern South Dakota. By integrating both Lakota culture and heritage with spiritual beliefs and practices from the Lakota and Catholic traditions, RCIS aims to educate both the mind and the heart of its students, parishioners, and staff, creating leaders of tomorrow with competence, conscience, and compassion. POSITION SUMMARY: As the primary administrator of the High school, the Principal is responsible for overseeing instructional school staff; adhere to a quality educational program, implement school budget and ensure school policies, procedures & mission is upheld. I. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: A. Chief administrator of the Red Cloud Indian School, Inc. High School ● Communicate regularly with the superintendent. ● Provide instructional leadership to teachers and support staff ● Provide instructional feedback to teachers through regular walkthroughs ● Check lesson plans weekly and provide instructional guidance. ● Formally evaluate staff members yearly. ● Collaborate with the director of curriculum on a regular basis. ● Promote student leadership ● Provide orientation for new faculty and students ● Master of Ceremonies at graduation ● Carry out the student rewards program ● Supervise the RCHS library program 1 Red Cloud Indian School, Inc. (605) 867-1105 | 100 Mission Drive | Pine Ridge | South Dakota | 57770 ● Supervise and evaluate RCHS administrative team and staff ● Make student referrals to outside agencies ● Supervise and evaluate teaching staff ● Supervise the RCHS store ● Administer the RCHS budget ● Use an appreciation program for faculty & staff ● Convene and chair the RCHS Leadership Team ● Convene and chair the crisis team ● Provide ways for staff to contact in emergency situation ● Interview prospective faculty and staff ● Oversee student enrollment ● Develop faculty in-services ● Work with faculty & staff to meet professional development ● Convene and chair department chair meetings ● Facilities management ● Uphold Lakota and Catholic Values & Implement RCHS mission plan ● Do morning/afternoon announcements and set bell schedule ● Review curriculum in light of standardized test scores ● Meet the deadlines on the principal’s critical path calendar (included in monthly RCHS calendar) B. Chief Physical Plant Manager: ● Overlook building infrastructure on all High School buildings ● Plan and propose changes and improvements for the building ● Set bell schedule ● End of the year checkout with Faculty ● Coordinate the work schedule for the school’s two custodians ● Oversee buildings meet safety and sanitary guidelines for schools. C. Other Administrative & District Responsibilities: ● Work with School Administration Team and community to achieve mission objectives ● Member of district administrative team ● Submit as required reports to the education committee of the board of directors ● Other responsibilities as delegated by the superintendent of schools II. QUALIFICATIONS: A. Education, Experience and Requirements: • SD certification as an administrator • MA in school administration B. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit at a desk and use a personal computer, telephone or other desktop office equipment—60% of work time, walking—30% of work time, bending at the waist and lifting less than 5 lbs.—5% of work time, bending at the waist and lifting 5-15 lbs. 5% of work time. 2 Red Cloud Indian School, Inc. (605) 867-1105 | 100 Mission Drive | Pine Ridge | South Dakota | 57770 Closing Date: March 21st To Apply Email or Submit; cover letter, resume and Certified Application with any supporting documents to: Lisa Swallow, Director of Human Resources Red Cloud Indian School 100 Mission Drive Pine Ridge, South Dakota 57770 [email protected] (605) 867-5491 ext. 2213 3 Red Cloud Indian School, Inc. (605) 867-1105 | 100 Mission Drive | Pine Ridge | South Dakota | 57770 .