Keene Junior High Assistant Principal

Job Title: KJH Assistant Principal

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Administrator
Reports to: Principal

Date Revised: 4/2026
Dept./School: Keene Junior High

Primary Purpose
Direct and manage assigned areas of the instructional program and campus operations to
ensure every Keene Junior High student is an empowered agent of their own leadership and
learning. We are looking for a leader who breathes life into our campus—someone who leads
with infectious joy, a sharp sense of humor, and an unwavering, fierce commitment to kids.
You will oversee student services and activities not just as a manager, but as a champion for our
school's unique vision. You will be a part of an amazing leadership team at Keene ISD who
loves kids and works hard to IGNITE our students for global competitiveness through our Keene
22 and House System. Districts from all around Texas come to see the work that we are doing
and you will be a big part of growing our campus to continued excellence.

Qualifications
? Education/Certification:
? Master’s degree from an accredited university.
? Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate.
? Certified Texas Teacher Support and Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser.

? Experience:
? Three years of experience as a classroom teacher.

Special Knowledge/Skills
? The Keene 22: You don’t just know them; you model and mentor them daily.
? Middle School Heart: You don't just "tolerate" the middle school years—you love this
work and genuinely embrace middle school kids, who are a wonderfully unique bunch.
? De-escalation: You have the grace and calm to de-escalate complex parent or student
situations with empathy and poise.
? Fair & Firm: You are rock-solid and consistent with disciplinary actions, ensuring equity
and clarity for all.
? Work Ethic: You have an elite work ethic, but you know how to HAVE FUN while doing
all of this. If you can't find the lighthearted moments in the chaos, this isn't the place for
you.
? Operations and Instruction: Knowledge of campus operations and a working
knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
? Strategic Mind: Ability to evaluate instructional programs and interpret data to drive
excellence.
? Communication: Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
? Systems Minded: Work with and build systems for long term success.

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 regarding instructional strategies and
classroom management.
? Foster collegiality and team building among staff members, encouraging their active
involvement in decision-making.

Student Management
? Campus behavior 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.
? Ensure school rules are uniformly applied and that discipline is appropriate and
equitable.
? Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and
teachers.
? Ensure students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.

Student Scheduling
? Serve as the campus architect for the master schedule, utilizing Skyward to build a
student-centered framework that prioritizes learning.
? Expertly manage student course requests, sections, and teacher assignments within the
Skyward system to ensure a seamless start to the school year.
? Troubleshoot scheduling conflicts with a "puzzle-solver" mindset, ensuring every student
has access to the classes they need to grow.
? Maintain data integrity within Skyward, performing regular audits of student schedules
and class sizes to support campus efficiency

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 principals develop and use information systems to track progress on performance
objectives and academic excellence indicators.
Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
? Oversee campus operations in the principal's absence.
? Lead the planning and scheduling of daily school activities, including class schedules
and teacher assignments.
? Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and address identified issues.

? Coordinate operational support services like transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to
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.
? Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.

Supervisory Responsibilities
? Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school
principal.
? Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, and administrative
assistants.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
? Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending, stooping, and twisting.
? Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding.
? Lifting: Occasional light lifting (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of
students to control behavior.
? Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside with
exposure to sun, heat, and cold.
? Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under
stress.
? Middle School Reality Demands:
? Ability to hear the number "6" or "7" repeated multiple times a day and maintain a
professional (or at least amused) demeanor.
? Mental stamina to explain the same concept 14 different ways in a single
afternoon.
? A high tolerance for "trending" dances, questionable fashion choices, and the
general chaos of middle school hormones.
? The capacity to pivot from a serious disciplinary meeting to a high-five in the
hallway within 30 seconds.
? Remaining unshakeable in the face of "middle school drama" while keeping the
focus on learning and leadership

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.