What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Principal - High School position at Waco ISD?
Job Title: Associate Principal - High School
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt/Contracted
Reports to: Principal
Pay Grade/Days: 106/226
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Date Revised: July 2020
Primary Purpose:
Assist the school principal in overall administration of campus instructional program and school operations. Coordinate assigned student activities and services.
Qualifications:
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with school principal. Supervise teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines and prolonged or irregular hours; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; Occasional: Lifting and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with assistance; pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically; May ne required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others; Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel.
Environmental Factors:
Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, or intense, illumination, vibration. Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.)
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Non Discrimination Statement
The Waco Independent School District (District) as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or genetic information in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.
For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX, contact Waco ISD Executive Director of Human Resources at 254-755-9473 and/or Waco ISD Director of Athletics, at 254-745-2250. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII, as amended, contact Waco ISD Executive Director of Human Resources at 254-755-9473. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, contact Waco ISD Section 504 Coordinator at 254-755-9473 or; P.O. Box 27, Waco, TX, 76703.
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt/Contracted
Reports to: Principal
Pay Grade/Days: 106/226
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Date Revised: July 2020
Primary Purpose:
Assist the school principal in overall administration of campus instructional program and school operations. Coordinate assigned student activities and services.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree (Required)
Valid Texas Standard Principal or Mid-Management Certification
Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Appraiser
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to demonstrate understanding of school operations
Ability to demonstrate instructional leadership, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to interpret data and address needs of school and community
Ability to coordinate campus support operations
Ability to problem solve, think critically and manage conflicts
Minimum Experience:
Three (3) years of teaching experience
Two (2) years of experience in a leadership (non-classroom) role
Major Responsibilities and Duties:Master’s degree (Required)
Valid Texas Standard Principal or Mid-Management Certification
Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Appraiser
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to demonstrate understanding of school operations
Ability to demonstrate instructional leadership, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to interpret data and address needs of school and community
Ability to coordinate campus support operations
Ability to problem solve, think critically and manage conflicts
Minimum Experience:
Three (3) years of teaching experience
Two (2) years of experience in a leadership (non-classroom) role
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Student Achievement
1. Participate in the development, management, and evaluation of instructional programs as related to student achievement data
2. Promote an efficient, productive, positive, and caring climate for learning
3. Promote the use of technology in teaching/learning process
4. Review assessment results that determine whether curriculum and instructional goals and student performance outcomes are being met
Organizational Management/Student Management
5. Supervise campus operations in principal’s absence
6. Work collaboratively with leaders of student organizations
7. Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods
8. Implement a student management system that results in positive student behavior
9. Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and student discipline is appropriate and equitable
10. Conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers
11. Assist with master schedule development and allocation of resources
12. Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members
13. Assist with the planning/administration of daily school activities including class schedules, attendance monitoring, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules
14. Model and encourage stakeholder participation in various school activities, parent meetings, student programs, and athletic events
Human Resource Administration/Teacher Evaluation
15. Observe, coach and evaluate faculty
16. Assist principal with interviewing, selecting and orienting new staff
Communication and Community Relations
17. Communicate promptly, clearly, and effectively with staff, students, and parents
18. Demonstrated awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs
19. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement
Professionalism
20. Participate in district and campus staff development programs that improve job related skills and professional growth
Qualities of Effective Associate Principals
21. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and campus policies affecting schools, including UIL rules, daily attendance, punctuality and confidentiality
22. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents
23. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serves on staff committees as required
24. Comply with Code of Ethics for Texas Educators
25. Collaborate with the principal to implement school wide systems that contribute to the continuous improvement of the campus
26. Demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for a student centered environment
27. Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job
28. Work collaboratively as a key member of the leadership team and help the principal develop leadership capacity
Instructional Management
29. Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate
30. Facilitate, design and/or lead professional learning workshops linked to school wide goals
School/Organizational Climate
31. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with school principal. Supervise teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines and prolonged or irregular hours; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; Occasional: Lifting and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with assistance; pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically; May ne required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others; Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel.
Environmental Factors:
Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, or intense, illumination, vibration. Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.)
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Non Discrimination Statement
The Waco Independent School District (District) as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or genetic information in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.
For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX, contact Waco ISD Executive Director of Human Resources at 254-755-9473 and/or Waco ISD Director of Athletics, at 254-745-2250. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII, as amended, contact Waco ISD Executive Director of Human Resources at 254-755-9473. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, contact Waco ISD Section 504 Coordinator at 254-755-9473 or; P.O. Box 27, Waco, TX, 76703.
