Assistant Principal (Campus Hornwood) 26-27 SY

School Leadership and Teacher Support

• Support the Principal in managing school-wide operations and daily routines.
• Provide guidance and support to teachers, ensuring they follow school-wide routines and procedures that contribute to a positive academic environment.
• Collaborate with school leaders and teachers to develop and implement effective instructional strategies and behavioral best practices that support student achievement.
• Lead teacher coaching by observing classroom instruction, providing feedback, and helping to implement school-wide practices.
• Work with staff to create a culture of high expectations, promoting academic rigor and a positive, inclusive school climate that exemplified our core values.
• Ensure teachers use Etoile curriculum with fidelity and provide coaching to ensure teachers accurately teach state standards.

Data - Driven Decision Making

• Analyze and disaggregate student performance data from MAP, STAAR, and TELPAS assessments to inform instruction and school-wide improvements.
• Work with teachers to ensure students are making progress toward academic and behavior goals and meet growth targets.
• Support teachers in tracking student progress toward 65% MAP growth, 71% STAAR growth, and 50% TELPAS level improvements.
• Tier teachers based on need and document coaching on Tier 1-3 staff within Bullseye.

Support of Student Achievement

• Foster a school-wide culture of academic achievement by ensuring that students consistently meet or exceed growth goals on standardized assessments.
• Reduce the number of students reading below benchmark on mCLASS by 20% (Fall to Spring)
• 50% or more of our Emergent Bilingual students will grow at least one proficiency level on TELPAS Composite
• 65% or better of all students meet or exceed NWEA MAP growth goals annually at each campus
• 71% of all students in the network earn a growth point on growth for Domain 2A
• 100% of leaders report that they have the skills to support teachers in their implementation of Amplify and EL curricula
• Ensure effective use of interventions for students who are struggling, supporting personalized approaches to meet individual student needs.
• Promote and develop best practices for all learners, including EB and SPED populations.
• Coach and develop teachers to ensure strong Tier 1 instruction that leads to academic growth.
• Coach and develop teachers in include small groups and intervention as part of everyday classes and daily schedules.
• Co-teach and model best practices in classrooms and provide teachers opportunities to observe.
• Use See it, Name it, Do it with staff to practice instructional techniques and quickly improve instruction.
• Work with teachers to ensure proper differentiation and scaffolding for all students.

School - Wide Operations

• Support the Principal in managing the school’s non-instructional functions including scheduling, lunch periods, dismissal, and other school-wide duties.
• Aid in implementing and maintaining school routines, ensuring that students feel safe, engaged, and supported throughout the school day.
• Help in overseeing student discipline, implementing school-wide expectations for behavior, and ensuring consistent consequences and rewards.
• Coach and develop teachers to ensure everyone follows Etoile’s routines and procedures and set students up for academic, core values, and behavior success.
• Participate in walkthroughs with the leadership team, set improvement goals for teachers and staff, provide data-driven professional development related to walkthrough and evaluation data, and support teachers with Getting Better Faster.

School Culture Leadership

• Lead efforts to build and sustain a positive, inclusive school culture aligned with the school’s mission and values.
• Foster an environment that promotes respect, equity, and high expectations for all students.
• Design and implement school-wide systems for student recognition, celebrations, and traditions that encourage engagement and belonging.
• Partner with teachers to establish consistent classroom expectations and routines that support a strong learning environment.
• Provide professional development for staff on cultural competence, relationship-building, and positive behavior reinforcement.
• Maintain a visible presence across campus to strengthen relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Collaborate with student support staff and family engagement teams to ensure students feel connected, safe, and supported.

Discipline Responsibilities

• Oversee and enforce the school’s student discipline policies and procedures in alignment with school and district guidelines.
• Serve as the primary administrator for student discipline, including investigations, assignment of consequences, and communication with parents/guardians.
• Monitor and analyze discipline data to identify trends and implement proactive interventions to reduce behavioral incidents.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of all discipline referrals, incidents, and resolutions in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Coach and support teachers in effective classroom management, de-escalation strategies, and restorative practices.
• Collaborate with counselors, special education staff, and families to develop individualized behavior intervention plans.
• Lead training for staff on discipline procedures, restorative justice practices, and student accountability systems.
• Maintain a safe and orderly school environment through consistent enforcement of expectations and presence in common areas.

General Leadership Responsibilities

• Participate in school-wide activities and initiatives, including leadership meetings, grade-level meetings, and other collaborative functions.
• Plan and run weekly Routines and Procedures practice, and an advanced learning group for advanced teachers to support the most effective pedagogical practices to drive goals.
• Work closely with the Principal, Head of Schools, Chiefs, Superintendent, and other school leaders to drive academic and behavioral outcomes.

Goals & Expectations

• 65% of students meet or exceed MAP growth goals in reading and math.
• 71% of students meet STAAR growth goals by showing measurable academic progress in all tested subjects.
• Ensure 50% of students show at least one composite level of improvement on TELPAS (Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System).
• 3:1 positive additions to deductions culture ratio metric schoolwide and in all classrooms.
• Strengthen instructional leadership by developing and coaching a high-performing team to improve student outcomes, as measured by an increase in teacher effectiveness through Bullseye data and student performance data.
• Establishes a systematic PLC structure where instructional strategies and student progress are analyzed weekly.
• Improves student achievement by at least 10% in core subject areas on STAAR assessments.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution is required (Educational Master’s Degree, Business Management, or related leadership field preferred).
• Certification: Texas teaching certification and leadership certification preferred – or ability to obtain certification within two years.
• Experience: Prior teaching & assistant principalship leadership experience is required, especially in a K-12 setting. - A minimum of three years as a teacher or school-based role is preferred.
• Minimum of three years of professional leadership experience in high-performing urban schools, with specific experience in assistant principalship, coaching, and developing teachers is preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred, but not required.

Skills & Competencies

• A demonstrable commitment to pursuing equity and ensuring all students have access to high-quality education.
• Proven ability to manage change and work in an ambiguous, fast-paced, start-up environment while driving toward clarity and solutions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families.
• Demonstrated success in fostering student achievement and language acquisition.
• Strong understanding of emotional intelligence, with the ability to manage emotions effectively, ensuring impactful school leadership.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience and merit.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. District life insurance.
• Participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.