Principal, Bath County High School

Job ID: 5880132

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Title: Principal

Qualifications: 1. Kentucky Certificate for Principals.2. Such additional qualifications as the Superintendent or Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Reports To: Superintendent

Job Duties/ Responsibilities: 1. Assumes responsibility for effective and efficient operation of all aspects of the school including, but not limited to: personal selection, evaluation and supervision, finance, curriculum and instruction, communication, student achievement, student safety, parent and community relations, assigned building and campus, management of records, planning, school climate, scheduling, and management of the school plan.2. Leads the SBDM council and staff in developing policies, guidelines and procedures designed to increase levels of students achievement.3. Leads the SBDM Council and staff in the development of an institutional program consistent with District and State goals and initiative.4. Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary, according to due process for the rights of students and guidelines consistent with law and district policy.5. Attends and/ or provides for supervision for all school related programs and events.6. Keeps abreast of changes and development in the profession by attending professional meeting, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with other in the field.7. Asserts leadership in times of civil disobedience in school in accordance with established Board policy, supervises the facility during times of emergency or as directed by the Superintendent, and develops and administers school safety and emergency response plan.8. Uses technology to enhance productivity and professional growth; accesses and manipulates data; communicates and collaborates with colleagues, staff and community; conducts research/solves problems.9. Facilitates the development, articulation implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by the school community.10. Advocates, nurtures, and sustains a school culture, climate and instructional program conducive to student learning, and staff professional growth.11. Ensures management of the organization, operation, and resources for a safe, efficient and effective learning environment.12. Collaborates with staff and community, responds to diverse interests and needs and mobilizes community resources.13. Acts with integrity, fairness and in an ethical manner.14. Influences the school environment on behalf of students and their needs.15. Remains abreast of and enforces district policy and procedures; state and federal laws and regulations.16. Prepares a variety of reports/documents; makes presentations; maintains a variety of records as required by the Superintendent.17. Participates in required training and professional growth activities relative to job assignment as directed by or approved by the Superintendent.18. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent. Terms of Service: Salary and work days to be established by the Board.240 Contract Days + Admin. Stipend Evaluations: Superintendent

Position Type: Full-TimeJob Categories:

• Administration > Principal/Dean/Head of SchoolJob Requirements
• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• Contact Information
• Michael Melton, Superintendent
• Bath County Central Office

Phone: 606-674-6314

Email: michael.melton@bath.kyschools.usMap