Nebraska Administrative Code
Topic - EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF
Title 92 - NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Chapter 24 - CERTIFICATE ENDORSEMENTS
Section 92-24-005.02 - Principal

Universal Citation: 92 NE Admin Rules and Regs ch 24 ยง 005-02

Current through March 20, 2024

005.02A Grade Levels: Pre-kindergarten through grade 12, Pre-kindergarten through grade 8, 4-9, or 7-12.

005.02B Endorsement Type: Field/Administrative.

005.02C Persons with this endorsement may serve in all general administrative and supervisory capacities in Nebraska schools as a principal at the grade levels for which the program preparation was completed.

005.02D Certification Endorsement Requirements: This endorsement shall require 36 or 45 graduate semester hours of credit in an approved program in educational administration. Thirty-six (36) graduate semester hours are required if the principal endorsement is at the same level as the teaching endorsement. Those seeking a principal endorsement at a level different from their teaching endorsement must complete a minimum of nine (9) additional credit hours. The focus of the additional nine (9) credit hours must be specific to the new level.

005.02D1 Applicants for this endorsement shall have the equivalent of two full school years teaching experience in approved/accredited elementary and/or secondary schools.

005.02D2 Internship Experiences: This endorsement also requires a minimum of one semester internship experience supervised by a standard institution of higher education in an approved or accredited elementary, middle, or secondary school.

005.02E Endorsement Program Requirements: Nebraska teacher education institutions offering this endorsement program must have on file, within the institution, a plan which identifies the courses and the course completion requirements which the institution utilizes to grant credit toward completion of this endorsement.

THE FOLLOWING ARE RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES FOR INCLUSION AS PART OF THE INSTITUTION'S PLAN UNDER THIS ENDORSEMENT.

Through the courses identified in its plan, the institution should provide prospective principals with the following:

A. Instruction in leadership, communication skills, curriculum development, improvement of instruction, development of staff, evaluation strategies, organizational management, fiscal management, educational law, student management, and human relations skills.

B. At the conclusion of the approved program prospective principals should be prepared to:
1. provide educational leadership, which includes but is not limited to, the ability to:
a. articulate vision in a school mission statement and facilitate the development of a shared vision with the school community;

b. provide a supportive environment for change; and

c. formulate a self-development plan which utilizes a variety of resources for continuing professional development.

2. communicate clearly using listening, writing, and speaking skills in a manner that is consistent with and responsive to the specific audience;

3. facilitate group processes;

4. develop and implement curriculum based on research, theory, and informed practice;

5. develop and promote co-curricular activities in conjunction with the school community;

6. facilitate the improvement of instruction;

7. create opportunities with staff for professional development;

8. foster a school climate which is conducive to learning;

9. promote multi-cultural awareness, gender sensitivity, and racial and ethnic appreciation;

10. utilize strategies for assessing school programs;

11. demonstrate human resources' administrative skills which include the identification, recruitment, selection and assignment of qualified personnel to assure accomplishment of the school's mission by mentoring, promoting, and dismissing personnel;

12. develop procedures which comply with local policies, state and federal rules and regulations, and contractual agreements; and apply educational law in dealing with curricular issues, student affairs, and personnel administration;

13. utilize the practical applications of organizational theory in the management of the school including strategic planning, utilization of current technology to assist with both instruction and management, and facilitation of the coordination of community service agencies to assure that resources and services are provided to all children;

14. manage the operation and maintenance of the school plant to assure a healthy, safe, and pleasant environment;

15. understand school finance, develop a budget process, and apply the basic principles of financial management; and

16. analyze the dynamics and inter-relationships of local, state, and national politics that impact on the school.

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