Principal

Position Type:

Administration/Principal

Date Posted:

2/11/2026

Location:

Upper Arlington High School

Date Available:

08/01/2026

UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: High School Principal

Reports to: Director of Secondary Education

Employment Status: Regular/Full-time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: Level VI Administrative Salary Schedule, Commensurate with Experience

Description: Provides visionary educational leadership at the high school level to certificated and classified team members and facilitates an educational setting that promotes a positive learning experience for all high school students

NOTE: The lists below are not ranked in order of importance

Qualifications:

Master's degree (M.A.) or higher from an accredited college or university

A Valid State of Ohio certification/license

Five to ten years of successful classroom teaching and building administration experience

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work effectively with others

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Effective, active listening skills

Organizational and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of Ohio school law

Ability to lead and motivate staff and students

Teaching experience at the 7-12 level

Knowledge of overall instructional technology

Knowledge of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software

Essential Functions:

Ensure the safety of students

Direct the activities of school staff members

Implement and monitor all Board policies and regulations

Supervise the operations of the buildings, grounds, and other school property

Establish and maintain a positive public relations program

Direct, oversee, supervise, and evaluate the instructional and guidance programs and the work schedule for all assigned personnel

Establish guidelines for proper student conduct, attire, and discipline

Monitor and resolve problems with student attendance

Plan and supervise fire and tornado drills and other emergency preparedness programs

Recommend to the Superintendent continuation or non-continuation of employment of teaching staff

Conduct regular staff meetings

Attend special events, functions, and athletic events

Oversee the maintenance of records and controls in the funds of the school activity account

Supervise the maintenance of student records

Supervise and evaluate classroom teachers, classified staff, School Counselors, Assistant Principal, and Athletic Director

Organize, administer, and direct all student activities

Responsible for the requisition of supplies, textbooks, equipment, and other necessary materials

Prepare and submit the building budgetary request

Monitor the expenditure of funds

Responsible for the registration, assignment, promotion, and/or retention of all students

Establish a procedure for the withdrawal of students from the school

Review teacher lesson plans

Direct and coordinate the classified staff assigned to the high school

Oversee the recording and reporting of all building employee leaves

Schedule educational assemblies for the student population

Supervise the development of the curriculum, in cooperation with the staff and the Superintendent

Utilize the Ohio High School Standards as a guide for program development and evaluation

Oversee staff assignments and assist in the development of the master schedule

Counsel students regarding their academic, social, and personal problems in cooperation with School Counselors

Respond to and appropriately handle complaints of parents

Coordinate custodial service at the high school with the maintenance supervisor

Cooperate with juvenile court authorities and other law and social enforcement agencies

Appraise the performance of teachers through class visits and conferences for the purpose of improving instruction, and assisting teachers with any problems

Inform teachers and other employees regarding the purposes and policies of the school

Plan and schedule school events

Prepare all reports and maintain such records as required by school law, regulation, or request of the Superintendent

Assist in the selection, retention, and promotion of certified and non-certified personnel assigned to the high school

Develop and enforce policies regarding proper protection of equipment and property, observance of school laws, and safety procedures

Ensure that after-school activities are chaperoned and that the building is closed after such activities have concluded

Report serious accidents, burglaries, and incidents of an unusual nature to the proper authorities as quickly as possible

Plan experimentation and ongoing curriculum improvement for the high school

Coordinate in-service education programs for the high school staff

Introduce certified personnel to the school and community

Coordinate the work of special teachers who are assigned to the high school

Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy

Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student files, student IEPs, medical records, personnel files, documentation for legal proceedings

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents

Promote good public relations

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Recommend subjects to be taught, books, and other teaching materials

Maintain control of all inventories, requisitions, distribution, and accounting for supplies, textbooks, and equipment

Serve as a role model for students

Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner

Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Equipment Operated:

Telephone

Copy machine

Computer

Printer

P.A. system

School Safety Systems

Additional Working Conditions:

Frequent weekend/evening/summer work/occasional overnight

Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions

Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue

Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipment

Occasional interaction among unruly children

Frequently move and position oneself as necessary to access and operate equipment

Frequently move around the workspace and travel throughout the school building

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.

The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its program and activities, including employment opportunities.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties assigned by the incumbent's supervisor and/or appointing authority.