ERIC_NO:
ED311529
TITLE:
Guidelines for Selecting Secondary School Principals, 1989.
AUTHOR:
Albright, K. C.; Nottingham, Marv
PUBLICATION_DATE:
1989
ABSTRACT:
Effective principals are distinguished by their strong leadership, their focused approach to change, and their highly developed analytical
skills. The screening and selection process used in reaching the decision
to employ such a principal is critical; districts often fail to gather
comprehensive information about candidates and fail to thoroughly assess
the skills needed for exemplary leadership. Of the array of desirable
personal characteristics and skills, eight were selected for inclusion
in this model of secondary school principal selection, including the skills
of leadership, analysis/problem solving, and organization and planning.
Steps in the district's selection process suggested by this model include:
(1) developing a job description; (2) deciding the scope of recruitment,
recruitment period, and the application requirements; (3) developing and
training an interview panel; (4) collecting and screening application
files; (5) selecting, assessing, and rating the candidates; and (6) selecting
a final candidate. Little attention is given in this model to common courtesy
or protocol which would help candidates feel at ease and keep them informed;
these human-relations factors are left to the discretion of local district
personnel. Appendices contain various forms, addresses, and suggestions
for the mechanics of secondary school principal recruitment, evaluation,
and selection. (13 references) (KM)
MAJOR_DESCRIPTORS:
Administrator Selection; Leadership Qualities; Principals; Search Committees (Personnel); Secondary Education; Supervisor Qualifications;
MINOR DESCRIPTORS:
Administrator Qualifications; Personnel Selection;
PUBLICATION_TYPE:
055; 041