Principal, Elementary

Principal, Elementary Itasca ISD Itasca Elementary - itasca, Texas Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in ESC Region 12 , Itasca ISD Jobs , and Itasca ISD Jobs Job Details Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $66,751 to $96,036 Per Year Job Categories: Administration > Principal/Dean/Head of School Job Description Primary Purpose: Direct and manage overall campus operations. Responsible for leadership of the campus instructional program ensuring high standards of instruction and student achievement, compliance with district policies, application of instructional programs, and effective operation of all campus activities Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master’s degree in educational administration Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Appraiser Special Knowledge/Skills: Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction; Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness Ability to manage budget and personnel; Ability to coordinate campus functions; Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data; Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Experience: 5 years’ experience as a classroom teacher Administrative leadership experience preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Management Ability to disaggregate student data. 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. Approve Campus Purchase Orders. Manage Campus budget. School 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. Communicate and promote expectations for student behavior at school and school events. Ensure the effective and quick resolution of conflicts. School Improvement Executive Office member of Campus Improvement Committee. Build common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and put programs in place with staff to ensure attainment of 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. Work with principals of other campuses to promote student achievement. Personnel Management Interview, select, and orient new staff. Approve all personnel assigned to campus. Define staff expectations for performance in 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. Manage use of school facilities. Supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus. [Secondary Principals: 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. Oversee/Promote student attendance. School or Community Relations Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission. 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. Encourage student attendance within the community. Professional Growth and Development Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrators that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Job Requirements At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Advanced Studies degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education