High School Assistant Principal (9-12)

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage assigned areas of instructional program and campus operations. Oversee assigned student activities and services.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree

Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate

Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of campus operations

Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Ability to implement policy and procedures

Ability to interpret data

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Two years experience as a classroom teacher

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management

Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers

   pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluation measures and make

   suggestions for improvement where needed.

Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and

   classroom management.

Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active

   involvement in decision-making process.

School/Organizational Improvement

Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment

   of the school’s mission.

Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community

   members.

Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track

   progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.

Student Management

May act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.

Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that

   results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.

Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and

   equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.

Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

Oversee campus operations in principal’s absence.

Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the

   development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity

   schedules.

Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and

   address issues.

Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on

   documented program needs.

Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in

   accordance with district procedures.

Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to

   best meet campus needs.

Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.

Personnel Management

Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as second appraiser as needed for designated teacher appraisal system.

Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.

School/Community Relations

Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.

Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those

   needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent

   involvement.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as

   assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing,/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.