Assistant Principal - Willow Wood Junior High - School Year

Assistant Principal - Willow Wood Junior High - 2026-2027 School Year Job ID: 5742213 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Jul 20, 2026 Job Description PRIMARY PURPOSE: Assist the school principal in overall administration of instructional program and campus level operations. Coordinate assigned student activities and services. Actively promote the improvement of instruction by fostering a positive school/organizational climate where all children can learn and become successful. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: Master’s degree; Texas Education Agency/State Board for Educator Certification Teaching & Administrative Credentials; Certificate for appraiser in T‑TESS; Advancing Educational Leadership (AEL) certificate or equivalent Instructional Leadership Development (ILD). Special Knowledge/Skills: Thorough understanding of school operations; strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to coordinate campus support operations; effective skills in behavior management. Experience: Three years as a classroom teacher; experience in planning and presenting staff development. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Instructional Management Participate in development and evaluation of educational programs. Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs. Promote the use of technology in teaching and learning processes. School/Organizational Climate Promote a positive, caring climate for learning. Deal sensitively and fairly with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Communicate effectively with students and staff. Possess excellent interpersonal skills and handle emotionally challenging situations. Work with individuals and committees on strategies to address behavior and academic concerns. School/Organizational Improvement Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members. Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators. Perform classroom visitations and demonstrations. Personnel Management Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences; serve as second appraiser for designated teacher appraisal system. Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff. Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management Supervise operations in principal’s absence. Help plan daily school activities by developing class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules. Supervise student attendance reporting and work with attendance clerk on follow‑up investigations. Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs. Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory; maintain records; and verify receipts for materials. Assist with safety inspections and safety‑drill practice activities. Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support services. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and board policy. Student Management Ensure adequate student supervision during non‑instructional periods. Help develop a student discipline management system that promotes positive behavior. Ensure school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable. Conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers. Professional Growth and Development Participate in professional development to improve the skills related to job responsibilities. School/Community Relations Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit support for its realization. Demonstrate awareness of school‑community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs. Use appropriate techniques to encourage community and parent involvement. Academic Excellence Indicators & Campus Performance Objectives Provide instructional leadership to impact student learning. Supervisory Responsibilities: Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with the school principal. Supervise teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel, and others as assigned. Working Conditions: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions; occasional district‑wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Pay Grade: Administrative Programs 4 Days: 207 Reports to: Principal Position Type: Full‑Time Salary: $74,418 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required. #J-18808-Ljbffr