HS Associate Principal; SY - Nimitz HS

Associate Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

DUTY DAYS: HS 225 Days

DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning

DATE REVISED: 06/14

IN IRVING ISD

Assist the principal in the administration of the instructional program and all areas of the operation of the school campus.

• Master's Degree
• Valid Texas Administrator's Certificate

• Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to exercise good judgment in decision making
• Knowledge in the selection, training, and supervision of personnel
• Knowledge of laws, rules, procedures, and programs specifically related to the operation of a school in Texas
• Strong organizational skills and ability to organize large community/school events including Graduation

• At least three years' successful experience as a classroom teacher
• Prior experience in instructional leadership roles

• Monitor the instructional program by reviewing teacher lesson plans, observing classroom instruction on a regular basis, conferencing with staff, and carefully analyzing assessment data related to student academic performance
• Work closely with principal and staff to plan, implement, and evaluate the curriculum on a systematic basis
• Evaluate and recommend improvements in the design and implementation of the instructional program
• Assist the principal to provide appropriate campus level curriculum/instruction staff development in a timely and effective manner

• Project a positive image; establish and maintain a work environment conducive to positive staff morale
• Promote and provide a positive teaching/learning environment for staff and students
• Practice good listening skills and be receptive to suggestions and input from staff, students, and parents
• Communicate with staff, students, and parents in a clear and effective manner
• Take an active and sincere interest in the well‑being of students and staff
• Demonstrate skill in working with students, staff, and parents to successfully resolve conflict
• Assist the principal to promote activities to recognize and honor students, staff, and community volunteers for various types of service and accomplishments
• Coordinate all aspects of the campus graduation ceremony

• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the school's mission; collaboratively build with staff a common vision for school improvement
• Promote high expectations for staff and students in an enabling supportive manner
• Provide leadership that produces desired results and significant improvement in student academic achievement
• Identify and apply research findings to facilitate school improvement
• Assess various aspects of the school program and effectively use the resultant information to implement actions that improve learning and provide an orderly and purposeful environment
• Implement actions that ensure each staff member's knowledge and understanding of the annual campus plan for school improvement
• Monitor student attendance; devise and implement strategies that improve student attendance

• Assist in the selection of new staff members for the campus
• Define expectations for staff (e.g. routine procedures, classroom management, instructional strategies, communication with the public, and personal contributions to positive staff morale)
• Observe and document job performance, provide development supervision, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff members
• Make recommendations relative to personnel placement, transfer, retention, promotion, and dismissal
• Complete personnel management reports in a timely manner
• Assist individual staff members in developing professional growth plans, setting realistic improvement goals, and attending professional conferences/workshops as time and funds will allow

• Assist the principal to develop an annual budget based on program needs, estimated enrollment, staffing, and other fiscal needs; implement programs within budget limits, maintain fiscal control; accurately and responsibly report fiscal information
• Manage the use of the school plant and grounds; supervise the maintenance of the physical plant and grounds to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe environment
• Assist the principal to provide required reports for all school operations including, but not limited to, enrollment, attendance, funds accounting, payroll, and transportation

• Assist staff to implement a student discipline plan that encourages and rewards positive student behavior
• Communicate student discipline expectations to staff, students, and parents and encourage parent involvement in promoting responsible student behavior
• Support teachers in the campus discipline program and deal with student…