Principal, Education Administration

Job Description

Starting Date: Immediately

Del Valle Independent School District Hornsby-Dunlap Elementary - Austin, Texas

Direct and manage the 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.

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree from an accredited university in educational administration

Texas Principal or Mid-Management Certification

Satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50) paid by employee.

Knowledge/

Skills:

• 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 analyze and interpret data to make instructional decisions
• Ability to effectively managing and assisting teachers with managing a classroom and student behavior
• Ability to coordinate campus functions
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Three (3) years’ experience as a classroom teacher
• Three (3) years’ experience in instructional leadership roles (non-classroom)

The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or required.

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope;
  Definitions
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

The administrator promotes improvement of instruction through activities such as the following:

• Establish a clear, compelling, and shared vision; design, implement, supervise, and evaluate instructional programs for the campus; demonstrate knowledge of curriculum and instructional strategies to accomplish success with student academic achievement; develop, implement, and monitor a campus strategic plan aligned with needs of the campus and District goals leading to continuous improvement.
• Lead and plan for campus professional development as necessary; provide instructional resources and materials to support teachers in accomplishing instructional goals; participate in ARD, 504, LPAC, and other meetings as necessary.
• Utilize available assessment data to assist with instructional planning and for intervention activities that lead to campus improvement.
• Monitor student achievement and attendance
• Work closely with District-level departments to assist with a strong instructional program that leads to student academic achievement and growth.
• Develop and monitor the campus master schedule, assuring that it is focused on needs of students.
• Help teachers design learning experiences for students.
• Encourage the development and piloting of innovative instructional programs.
• Ensure the appropriate application of technology as an instructional and administrative tool through the campus.
• Provide instructional resources and materials needed to accomplish instructional goals.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members and encourage their active involvement in decision-making processes.
• Solicit regular input from campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program; include students and community representatives when appropriate.

The administrator promotes leadership in efforts to improve the school or organization through activities such as the following:

• Build a common vision for school improvement with staff; direct planning activities and implement programs to ensure attainment of school’s mission.
• Assure that emergency and crisis plans are developed, communicated,…