High School Assistant Principal​/Academic Dean

Assistant Principal

Job Role:

Academic Dean

Pay Grade: AD 7

Function:
Educational Support

Reports to:

Principal

HR Date Approved:
May 2024

Summary:

Responsible for overseeing the academic program, under the direction of the campus Principal. Ensure sound implementation of curriculum and staff development to improve student achievement.

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management:

• Assist the campus Principal with the overall administration of the instructional program at the campus level and coordinate assigned student activities and services.
• Provide leadership in the identification, evaluation, and selection of instructional programs, resources, and equipment for increased student achievement.
• Facilitate improved student performance through the professional growth of teachers and staff as measured by course work and assessment data.
• Provide quality instructional support and feedback on the instructional effectiveness of the campus.
• Work with the campus Principal to develop and implement the master schedule.
• Assist in designing and providing professional development based on data analysis and campus needs.
• Meet regularly with academic Department Heads and Assistant Principals to ensure vertical and horizontal alignment of curriculum.
• Manage Response to Intervention (RTI) programs including assisting with the identification of at-risk students and coordinating early intervention strategies.

School/Organizational Improvement:

• Plan and coordinate tutorials, interventions, additional support and resources, and other instructional programs for students in need of assistance.
• Facilitate and assist with the development of an effective campus improvement plan based on student needs.
• Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular, systematic basis and that the findings are used to make instructional programs and services more effective.

School and Community Relations:

• Conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers.
• Increase awareness of the school's guidelines and expectations for student learning and achievement among students, staff, and parents.

Personnel Management:

• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as second appraiser as needed for designated teacher appraisal system.
• Assist campus Principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.

Policy, Reports, and Law:

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
• Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Master's degree
• Texas principal or other appropriate Texas Certificate
• Certified Texas Teacher Support and Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser

Experience:

• Three (3) years successful classroom teacher experience

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• 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
• Working knowledge in Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) Resource System
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise and evaluate the work of professional and paraprofessional staff as assigned by the campus Principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.

Mental/Physical Demands and Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:

• Prolonged sitting; 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:

• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building
• Regular exposure to noise and computer monitors
• Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather)
• No remote work
• May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional district wide and…