Assistant Principal​/Temporary

Position: Assistant Principal - Hourly/Temporary
Position Type:

Substitute/Temporary Jobs/Substitute/Temporary

Date Posted:

10/3/2025

Location:

District Wide

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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

* Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate

* Certified Texas Evaluation and Support System (TTESS) appraiser - preferred

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:

* Three 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

* Help principal 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 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 noninstructional periods.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

* Oversee campus operations in principal's absence.

* Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.

* 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 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 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

* Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture:
Frequent sitting and standing; 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); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior

Environment:
May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional district wide and statewide travel

Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Wage/Hour Status:
Hourly/Temporary

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be…