Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage the instructional program and supervise operations and personnel at campus level. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional services. Oversee compliance with district policies, success of instructional programs, and operation of all campus activities.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree from an approved educational institution Valid Texas Mid-Management or Principal’s Certificate T-TESS Appraiser Certificate Proven success in establishing a positive climate conducive to teaching and learning
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 implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience
Three years successful teaching experience in the classroom Five years experience in instructional leadership role
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
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 program.
- Include students and community representatives when appropriate.
School or Organization Morale
- Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
- Provide for two-way communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.
- Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to staff and students.
- Recognize excellence and achievement.
- Ensure the effective and quick resolution of conflicts.
School or Organization Improvement
- Build common vision for school improvement with staff.
- Direct planning activities and put programs in place with staff to ensure attainment of school’s mission.
- 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.
Personnel Management
- Interview, select, 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.
- Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff.
- Make recommendations to superintendent on termination, suspension, or nonrenewal of employees assigned to campus.
- Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional development activities.
Management of Fiscal, Administrative, and Facilities Functions
- Comply with district policies and state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools.
- Develop campus budgets based on documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits.
- Maintain fiscal control.
- Accurately report fiscal information.
- Manage use of school facilities.
- Supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.
Student Management
- Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Professional Growth and Development
- Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
School or Community Relations
- Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
- Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
NUMBER OF DAYS WORKED: 211
**THIS POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED**
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