Assistant Director

Required Application Materials

Please combine all documents into one prior to uploading.

The application should include a resume, cover letter (limited to no more than two (2) pages, single-sided), education transcripts, a copy of any relevant certifications, three references that can be contacted, and the Declaration of Applicant Form (must be notarized).

The cover letter should include answers to the following questions:

• Describe your experience and philosophy as it relates to project-based learning.
• Describe your experience and philosophy as it relates to distance education.
• Describe your experience and philosophy as it relates to the daily routine of teaching.

The Declaration of Applicant Form is located on this website: https://www.uttua.org/departments/human-resources/files/affidavit-pre-employment.pdf

The Declaration of Applicant Form is REQUIRED by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) when the applicant applies, it must be notarized and included in the application process. A copy of the signed form or photo of the signed form should be included with the combined documents. Notaries are available at each campus for the pre-employment affidavit. Applicants can schedule an appointment to complete the form, and have it notarized by reaching out to the campus front office for the location where they are applying.

Important Instructions:

When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.

• Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.

If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.

Job Summary

The Assistant Director ensures compliance with federal, and state laws, supervises operations in the absence of the campus director, and assists in planning daily school activities, including class schedules and teacher assignments. They help develop budgets, supervise students during non-instructional periods, enforce school rules, and maintain student discipline. The role involves conducting conferences on student and school issues, coordinating student activities, maintaining disciplinary records, observing and evaluating employee performance, and supporting staff professional growth. Additionally, the Assistant Director encourages community and parent involvement, projects a positive image, and performs other tasks as assigned, while continuously improving leadership skills through professional development.

Major Responsibilities/ Duties/ Critical Tasks

• Complies with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local Board of Trustees.
• Supervises operations in the absence of the campus director.
• Assists in planning daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules and teacher assignments.
• Assists with developing budgets based upon documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs.
• Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
• Ensures that school rules are uniformly observed, and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable.
• Conducts conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• Coordinates and supervises student activities as assigned by the campus director.
• Maintains accurate individual student disciplinary records.
• Observes employee performance, records observations, and conducts evaluation conferences. Serves as second appraiser for designated teacher appraisal system.
• Confers with staff members regarding their professional growth and leadership skills; works jointly with them to develop and accomplish improvement goals.
• Identifies, provides, and/or encourages participation in available in-service training options to address the goals identified through the growth planning process.
• Assists the campus director in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
• Improves leadership skills through self-initiated professional development activities.
• Performs duties in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner as defined in the TEA Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Uses information provided through the district appraisal process to improve performance.
• Uses appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
• Projects a positive image to the community.
• Performs other tasks and assumes such responsibilities as related to the position and as assigned.
• Annually establishes and meets performance goals.
• Oversees any changes of information on students into the district’s student management system.
• Oversees the initiation of discipline forms after excessive tardiness according to Board policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

• Master’s degree.
• Three(3) years successful experience as a classroom teacher and shall have demonstrated his/her ability as an instructional leader.

Required Certifications/Licenses

• Valid administrator’s, mid-management, or principal certificate.

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

• Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System appraiser designated by the district.

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Knowledge of educational policies, curriculum development, and instruction.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and a deep understanding of disciplinary procedures that contribute to maintaining a safe and respectful school culture.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Adaptability, resilience, and a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Coordinate campus support functions.

About The University of Texas at Tyler

The UT Tyler University Academy (UTTUA) is a K-12 university charter public school. The charter was approved by the State Board of Education in 2012. The UTTUA opened locations at each of the UT Tyler Campuses in the same year.

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.

Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.

With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.

For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.

Additional Information

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

EEO/AA Statement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.