Assistant Principal Secondary

One time hiring Stipend up to $15,000 based on experience. Performance Stipend, Salary is based on the district compensation plan and will be commensurate with experience and qualifications for the position.

Assist the school principal in overall administration of instructional program and campus level operations. Coordinate assigned student activities and services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The assistant principal shall have a Master's Degree, Mid-management, Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (TTESS) certification and three (3) years classroom teacher experience.


SUPERVISES:

All personnel assigned to his/her office.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

I. Instructional Management

Assists in:

1. developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring all aspects of the instructional program.

1. recognizing, evaluating, and analyzes elements of effective instruction and ensures that the instructional program is responsive to student needs.

1. providing instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.

II. School Climate

Assists in:

1. communicating and promoting high expectations for staff/student performance; providing recognition of excellence and achievement which promotes a positive image to the community as well as establishing and maintaining positive staff morale.

1. coordinating supporting instructional activities and services to accomplish the goals and objectives of the instructional program.

1. fostering collegiality and collaboration among staff; mediating and facilitating resolution of conflicts; involving staff in planning/decision-making.

III. School/Organizational Improvement

Assists in:

1. planning activities and implementing programs collaboratively with staff to ensure attainment of goals/objectives.

1. utilizing appropriate data/records to facilitate the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Campus Improvement Plan.

IV. Personnel Management

Assists in:

1. defining expectations for staff regarding job performance.

1. evaluates personnel in accordance with state and district policies.

1. identifying and providing opportunities for and encourages participation in staff development options to address school/district/employee goals identified through the goal-setting processes.

1. working cooperatively with the Department of Personnel in selection of campus staff, and closely monitoring the certification status of staff members when appropriate.

V. Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

Assists in:

1. complying with district policies, and state/federal laws and regulations.

1. managing all school facilities, requisitions repairs as needed, and supervises custodial staff.

1. implementing programs within budget limits, maintains fiscal control, and accurately reports fiscal information.

1. promoting activities and use of resources needed to accomplish goals.

VI. Student Management

Assists in:

1. implementing and communicating to students, staff, and parents, a consistent, equitable discipline management plan with guidelines for student conduct that have been developed collaboratively with staff.

1. providing assistance in assessing the physical, mental, social, and emotional needs of students.

1. conducting conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning school and student issues.

1. insuring that school rules are uniformly observed.

VII. Professional Growth and Development

1. assumes responsibility for acquiring the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for fulfilling job duties and improving leadership skills.

1. conducts oneself in a professional, ethical manner in accordance with generally accepted community standards; complies with TEA code of ethics.

VIII. School Community Relations

Assists in:

1. involving parents and community in a positive, proactive manner by articulating the school's mission through emphasizing and promoting two-way communication between the school and community.

1. projecting a positive image to the community.

IX. Additional Responsibilities

1. Perform other duties as assigned by superintendent.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:


Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional district wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

*Note: Salary is based off of the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan