Elementary Assistant Principal

Primary Purpose

Aid the school principal in the administration of the instructional program and campus-level operations. Coordinate assigned student activities and services.

Education / Certification

• Masters degree.
• Texas assistant principal 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 (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher.
• Personal cell phone required for handling district-related business, including after hours, or when away from the office on district business.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Instructional Management

  • Participate in development and evaluation of educational programs.
  • Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate.
  • 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 with staff, parents, and community members.
  • Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain and records to 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.
  • Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.

• Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

  • Supervise operations in principal’s absence.
  • Help plan daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
  • Serve as liaison between faculty and administrative staff.
  • Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.
  • Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory; maintain records; and verify receipts for materials.
  • Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support services.
  • Assist with safety inspections and safety-drill practice activities.
  • Coordinate with facilities management to ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards.

• Student Management

  • Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
  • Help to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior.
  • Conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
  • Implement and enforce school rules and policies.
  • Develop and implement a student behavior intervention plan.

• Professional Growth and Development

  • Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.
  • Attend workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay current on best practices in education.
  • Participate in peer mentoring and coaching programs.

• School/Community Relations

  • Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing mission.
  • Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
  • Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
  • Participate in community events and outreach programs.
  • Represent the school at community meetings and events.