Principal - Elementary Job Waco area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Job Description

Job Title: Principal - Elementary

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt/Contracted

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

Pay Grade/Days: 106/226

Dept./School: Assigned School

Date Revised: September 2020

Primary Purpose

Direct and manage the instructional program and supervise the operations and personnel at the assigned campus, using in‑person, distance learning, or virtual learning activities. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service. Oversee compliance with District policies, success of instructional programs, and operation of all campus activities.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Master’s Degree in educational administration
Valid Texas Principal or Mid‑Management certification
Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T‑TESS) appraiser

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to interpret data and make decisions for teaching and learning to achieve results
Ability to ensure equity and results for all students
Ability to impact, influence, and manage change
Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate campus functions
Ability to interpret and implement policy and procedures
Knowledge of internet and web‑related technology
Ability to communicate with students, teachers, colleagues, and central office administrators using a variety of technology applications and platforms
Knowledge of technology set‑up, navigation, and the ability to provide contact resources to students/parents/teachers if technology issues arise
Strong organizational, communication, public relations, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to implement effective leadership skills to build teacher capacity

Minimum Experience:

Three years’ experience as a classroom teacher
Three years’ experience as assistant principal or instructional leader preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions.

Provide instructional resources and materials in support of teaching and learning to accomplish instructional goals.

Facilitate the development of and implementation of a rigorous curriculum that aligns with state standards and promotes college and career readiness.

Promote instruction that supports the growth of individual students and student groups, supports equity, and works to reduce the achievement gap.

Establish clear expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication.

Establish and implement a shared vision and culture of high expectations for all stakeholders (students, staff, parents, and community).

Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision‑making processes.

Facilitate a continuum of effective professional development activities that includes appropriate content, process, context, allocation of time, funding, and other needed resources.

Solicit regular input from the campus‑level committee about the instructional program. Include student and community representatives when appropriate.

Build a common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and put programs in place with staff to ensure the attainment of the school’s mission.

Establish campus performance objectives using the campus planning process and involving the site‑based decision‑making committee. Assure that the Campus Improvement Plan is used and aligned with the District Improvement Plan.

Provide opportunities for interactive communication with the superintendent and other central office administrators, staff, students, parents, and the community via email, District‑approved website, phone, video conference, or in person.

Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing during regular school hours to confer with District personnel, students, and parents.

Develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary to show campus progress on performance objectives and other forms of…