Principal, Lake Belton High School

Job Title:

Principal, High School FLSA Status:
Exempt, 226 days

Reports To:

Executive Director of School Leadership Pay Grade: AD-9 Department:
Campus Administration Date Revised: 4/17/2023 Primary

Purpose:

Provide instructional leadership in order to ensure students learn the essential academic knowledge and skills and grow in the Journey of a Graduate competencies. Responsible for establishing and implementing a shared vision and culture of high expectations for students and staff. Identify focus for campus improvement, inspire/lead change effectively, and create a purposeful community engaged in actions toward the achievement of the District vision.

Provide leadership for effective and efficient operational processes and systems aligned with District values and beliefs. Establish strong partnerships with stakeholders in support of exceptional learning experiences for each and every student.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master's Degree in educational administration or curriculum and instruction Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate Texas teaching certificate Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser Special Knowledge/Skills Working knowledge of curriculum, instructional design, and assessment best practices Ability to effectively lead change Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness Ability to align actions and behaviors to District values and beliefs Ability to ensure effective instructional design maximizes student growth Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to coordinate campus functions Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data and identify areas of focus for improvement Ability to organize, communicate using a variety of mediums, communication, Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships

Experience:

Three (3) years experience as a classroom teacher Experience as a secondary assistant or associate principal Demonstrated experience with instructional leadership roles Experience as lead principal of a large, comprehensive high school preferred Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Leadership
1. Provide instructional leadership to ensure each and every student experiences exceptional learning that is rigorous, designed for high levels of engagement and supports the growth of the Journey of a Graduate competencies.
2. Implement high-quality instructional practices that improve student performance.
3. Implement a rigorous curriculum and assessments aligned with state standards.
4. Monitor multiple forms of student data to inform instructional and intervention decisions.
5. Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
6. Evaluate and recommend improvements in the purpose, design, and implementation of instructional programs aligned to the District vision, values and goals.
7. Lead change through cultivating buy-in, developing an effective implementation plan, monitor and evaluate the plans and make necessary changes. School / Organizational Climate
8. Develop and implement a shared vision of high expectations for students and staff.
9. Establish and monitor clear expectations for adults and student conduct. 10. Foster collegiality and team-building among staff members; encourage their active involvement in the decision-making process. 11. Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance from staff and students in a supportive manner; provide recognition of excellence and achievement. 12. Facilitate the effective and timely resolution of conflicts. 13. Maintain a solution-oriented mindset by treating challenges as opportunities.

14. Establish and maintain a positive, caring environment in which students and staff feel safe, valued, supported and challenged to grow. 15. Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community members; actively involve the staff and other stakeholders in planning and decision-making activities. School / Organizational Improvement 16. Ensure the efficient collaboration and supervision of all departments on campus including special education, career and technical education (CTE), and athletics.

17. Develop and build a common vision with staff for school improvement; implement programs collaboratively to ensure attainment of the District's vision. 18. Stay current in instructional and leadership best practices in order to facilitate school improvement and ensure the growth of each and every student. 19. Develop annual campus performance objectives aligned to District goals using the campus planning process and site-based decision making committee.

Personnel Management 20. Ensure school is staffed with high-quality teachers and staff through the use of effective hiring practices aligned to District values and beliefs. 21. Provide effective professional learning for each and every staff member in support of District World-class competencies. 22. Conduct regular…