Assistant Principal, Elementary - District Wide

Assistant Principal, Secondary (High School, Early College)

Exempt status:
Exempt

Number of days: 217

Pay grade: 6

Reports to:

Principal

Supervises:
Supervise and evaluate the performance of personnel as assigned

Education:

• Master's degree from accredited college or university
• Valid Mid-Management or Principal certification
• Certified in the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS)
• Pass Bilingual or ESL exam through the Texas Education Agency preferred

Experience:

• Three years of experience as a classroom teacher
• Three years of experience in instructional leadership roles

Position Function/

Purpose:

To provide leadership in the operation of the school by assisting the principal.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Instructional Management
• Evaluate instruction within classrooms, assess the effectiveness of the instructional program, and initiate improvements as appropriate.
• Assist in evaluating instructional materials and recommend the most appropriate items available for the purpose of facilitating effective instruction.
• Promote the active involvement of teachers in curriculum development and implementation.
• Assist in providing curriculum coordination and balance.
• Assist in interpreting grading policies for students.
• School/Organization Climate
• Assist in maintaining a school atmosphere which promotes effective learning.
• Assist teachers, where necessary, in becoming sensitive to the needs, interests, and feelings of students.
• Assist in the coordination of an effective guidance program.
• Understand thoroughly the services of pupil, counseling, and nursing personnel and assists in directing pupils, teachers, and parents to the appropriate services.
• Assist in the campus PEIMS coordination
• School/Organization Improvement
• Assume responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal.
• Participate in planning and revising the school handbook and other school publications.
• Assist in the development of the master schedule for the school.
• Assist in the maintenance of required forms and student records.
• Participate with the principal in developing and implementing school policies.
• Personnel Management
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff; serve as a second appraiser in the Professional Development and Appraisal System.
• Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new instructional staff.
• Assist in selecting, assigning, training, supervising, and evaluating the performance of support professional staff.
• Assist in obtaining and orienting substitute teachers.
• Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
• Assist with inventories and with the ordering and distribution supplies.
• Assist in the administration and organization of business affairs, especially the development of school budgets.
• Assist in coordinating the use, maintenance, security, and repair of the school building, equipment, and grounds.
• Assist in the organization and coordination of transportation which services the school.
• Assist in the administration and supervision of the cafeteria.
• Assist in grouping and assigning pupils to classes.
• Share responsibility for the direction of school calendar, activities program, and assemblies.
• Student Management
• Assist in student disciplinary matters.
• Assist principal and faculty to ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable.
• School/Community Relations
• Promote the understanding and implementation of the Midland Independent School District's philosophy, goals, and objectives.
• Assist in the articulation and coordination of the educational program.
• Assist in planning, evaluating, and leading faculty, departmental, grade-group, and/or parent meetings.
• Initiate and maintain appropriate communication with parents.
• Assist in coordinating activities of the various school advisory committees and the PTA.
• Professional Growth and Development
• Formulate, with the principal, an annual Assistant Principal Professional Development Plan.
• Observe professional and ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency code of ethics.
• Use information and insights provided through assessment instruments, the district appraisal process, evaluative feedback from line supervisors, and professional development programs to improve performance.
• Provide leadership in addressing challenges facing the profession; pursue professional development activities; disseminate ideas and information to other professionals.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned or as may be necessary for job effectiveness.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and evaluate the performance of personnel as assigned.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction. Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness. Strong communications, public relations, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with a diverse population.

Terms of

Contract:

According to district approved calendar

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