Junior High Assistant Principal

Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Job Title: Assistant Principal Reports to: Campus Principal Dept./Campus: Assigned Campus 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 or another appropriate Texas 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 program 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: Two years’ experience as a classroom teacher. Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Management Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement where needed. Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision‑making process. School/Organizational Improvement Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school’s mission. Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members. Assist principal to develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators. Student Management May act as a campus behavioral 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 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 extracurricular events and activities to ensure a safe and orderly environment for staff, students and community members. Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management Oversee campus operations in principal’s absence. Assume leadership for planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, extracurricular activity schedules, teacher duties, substitutes, etc. Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues. Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs. Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures. Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs. Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools. Personnel Management Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as second appraiser as needed for designated teacher appraisal system. Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff. School/Community Relations Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission. Demonstrate awareness of school‑community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement. Other Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Display tolerance necessary for accepting supervision for and criticism of job performance. Work in harmony with supervisory, faculty, and peer personnel. Use professional information discreetly and judiciously. Support and follow administrative and Board policy. Represent the school system to the community in a positive, professional way. Maintain a sincere, friendly attitude toward patrons. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, administrative assistants, and others as assigned. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]. Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Frequent walking. Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment. Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise. Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours. This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Position Type: Full‑Time Salary: $76,568 to $118,679 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required. #J-18808-Ljbffr