Bonham MS Principal

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School District/Employer:

Campus,

Principal,

Level

• Middle School

Bonham MS Principal

Bonham MS

Bonham MS

7/7/2026

Until Filled

1

Full Time

Primary Purpose: Direct and manage instructional program and supervise operations and
personnel at campus level. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service.
Oversee compliance with district policies, success of instructional programs, and operation of all
campus activities.
Major Responsibilities and Duties: Page 2 of 4
Instructional Management
Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are
related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions.
Regularly consult the campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision,
and evaluation of campus education programs. Include students and community
representatives when appropriate.
School or Organization Morale
Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing
instructional goals.
Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active
involvement in decision-making process.
Provide for two-way communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and
community.
Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to staff and students.
Recognize excellence and achievement.
Ensure the effective and quick resolution of conflicts.
School or Organization Improvement
Build a common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and
put programs in place with staff to ensure attainment of the school’s mission.
Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school correlates) to
promote school improvement.
Develop and set annual campus performance objectives for each of the Academic
Excellence Indicators using the campus planning process and site-based decision-making
committee.
Develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary to show campus
progress on performance objectives addressing each Academic Excellence Indicator.
Personnel Management
Interview, select, and orient new staff.
Define expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies,
classroom management, and communication with the public.
Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation
conferences with staff.
Assign and promote campus personnel.
Make recommendations to superintendent on termination, suspension, or nonrenewal of
employees assigned to campus.
Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional
development activities.
Confer with subordinates regarding their professional growth. Work with them to develop
and accomplish improvement goals.
Management of Fiscal, Administrative, and Facilities Functions
Comply with district policies and state and federal laws and regulations affecting the
schools. Develop campus budgets based on documented program needs, estimated
enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits.
Maintain fiscal control. Accurately report fiscal information.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other
documents required including accurate and timely reports of maximum attendance to
requisition textbooks. Page 3 of 4
Manage use of school facilities. Supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean,
orderly, and safe campus.
Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs including management of
multiple activity funds.
Student Management
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 observed 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.
Professional Growth and Development
Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serve as a role model for all
campus staff.
School or Community Relations
Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit support in realizing the
Demonstrate awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to meet
those needs.
Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent
involvement.
Be positive, patient, and friendly with students, staff, parents, and community members
in support of the District.
Be professional, reliable, organized and friendly.
Communicate effectively (verbal and written).
Answer telephone calls and e-mails promptly.
Maintain positive interaction with students, staff, fellow employees, parents, and
community members.
Be willing to show empathy towards students, staff, parents, peers and community
members.
Ability to resolve issues/concerns and troubleshoot (as applicable).
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant
principal(s), teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff,
and custodians.
Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; occasional
prolonged or irregular hours. Page 4 of 4
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job
and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that
may be required. I have read, understand, and attest to the above description and funding
relating to my daily activities.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree in educational administration
Texas principal certification
Certified T-TESS appraiser
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budgets and personnel
Ability to coordinate campus functions
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Strong organizational, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Strong academic content and pedagogical knowledge
Sell-motivated, organized, reliable, adaptable
Excellent communication skills
Must be able to work independently as well as on a team
Such alternatives as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent
Experience:
Three years of successful classroom certified teaching experience
Three years of experience in instructional leadership roles, preferred
Three years of Certified Assistant Principal experience

$98,266.00 to $138,518.00

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