Principal - Prospective Elementary School Campus

Job Title

Direct and manage 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:

TEA certification requirements Master's degree in Educational Administration Texas Mid-management 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 interpret policy, procedures, and data Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Three years of classroom teacher experience required Three years of administrative experience required

Instructional Management 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, parents and community representatives in school planning process when appropriate.

School or Organization Morale Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals. Foster collegiality among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in the decision making process. Provide for two-way communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community. Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to the school community. Recognize excellence and achievement. Ensure the effective and quick resolution of conflicts.

Use sensitivity and fairness with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.

School or Organization Improvement Build a common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and implement programs for staff to ensure attainment of the 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 which address each Academic Excellence Indicator.

Personnel Management Interview, recommend, and orient new staff. Approve all personnel assigned to campus. Define expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public, staff development, and other components as identified in the T-TESS. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff. Assign campus personnel as needed. Make recommendations to superintendent on termination, suspension or non-renewal 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 collaboratively to develop and accomplish professional improvement goals.

Management of Fiscal, Administrative and Facilities Functions Comply with district policies as well as state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools. Develop campus budgets based on documented program needs, assessments, estimated enrollment, personnel and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits, maintain fiscal control, and accurately report fiscal information. Compile and maintain accurate reports, records, and other documents on a timely basis.

Supervise and manage the maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.

Student Management Collaborate with the school community to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate. Ensure that school rules are uniformly enforced and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct. Conduct conferences related to student and/or school issues with parents, students, teachers, and other personnel as needed.

Professional Growth and Development Develop professional skills as appropriate to job assignment. Demonstrate professional, ethical, responsible behavior and serve as a role model for all campus staff.

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…