26/27 Secondary (MS or HS) Assistant Principal

Primary Purpose

Aid the school principal in administering the instructional program and campus operations. Coordinate student activities and services.

Education / Certification

• Master’s degree
• Texas Principal certification or other appropriate Texas certificate
• Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Thorough understanding of school operations
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to coordinate campus support operations

Experience / Other Requirements

• Three years of experience as a classroom teacher
• Personal cell phone required for district-related business

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Instructional Management

• Participate in development and evaluation of educational programs
• Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs
• Promote the use of technology in teaching/learning process

• School/Organizational Climate

• Promote a positive, caring climate for learning
• Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Communicate effectively with students and staff

• School/Organizational Improvement

• Participate in development of campus improvement plans
• Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems
• Track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators

• Personnel Management

• Observe employee performance
• Record observations and conduct evaluation conferences
• Serve as second appraiser for designated teacher appraisal system
• Aid principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff

• Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

• Supervise operations in principal’s absence
• Plan daily school activities
• Monitor student attendance and work with attendance clerk
• Compile annual budget requests
• Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment
• Check inventory and maintain records
• Verify receipts for materials
• Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support services
• Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy

• Student Management

• Adequately supervise students during non-instructional periods
• Develop a student discipline management system
• Ensure uniform observance of school rules and appropriate discipline
• Conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers

• Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in professional development

Qualifications

None specifically listed beyond the requirements provided.