Elementary Assistant Principal

Primary Purpose:

• Direct and manage assigned areas of instructional program and campus operations.
• Oversee assigned student activities and services.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree from an accredited university
• Texas principal certificate
• Certified Texas Teacher Support and Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of campus operations
• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• At least five years of experience as a classroom teacher required
• At least two years experience of in instructional leadership (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure the attainment of the school’s mission.
• Participate in the development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.
• Help the principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.
• May act as a campus behavior coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
• Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
• Oversee campus operations in the principal’s absence.
• Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
• Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues.
• Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as second appraiser as needed for the designated teacher appraisal system.
• Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Interview Specifics:

• Specific additional job functions will be discussed with interview candidates. 

Miscellaneous:

• Job Start Date: July 1, 2025
• 12 month contract