25-26 CCE Assistant Principal

Midway ISD Region 12; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Midway Independent School District in Texas seeks an Assistant Principal to direct and manage instructional program and campus operations, and oversee student activities and services.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree, Texas principal certification, and T-TESS appraiser credentials, with at least three years of classroom teaching experience; you will lead program evaluation, staff development, budgeting, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in education or a related field.
• Texas principal certificate or Texas certificate.
• T-TESS appraiser certification.
• AEL/ILT/ILD certification or equivalent leadership credential.

Responsibilities

• Direct instructional program and campus operations.
• Oversee student activities and services.
• Lead program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate state testing and reporting.
• Develop campus improvement plans with staff and community.

Skills

Campus operations

Curriculum and instruction

Evaluate instructional program

Budget and personnel management

Policy & procedures

Data interpretation

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree

Texas principal certificate

T-TESS appraiser certification

AEL/ILT/ILD certification

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Principal
Reports to: Principal
Dept./School: Assigned Campus and Level
Exemption Status: Exempt
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 appraiser (T-TESS)
• Advanced Education Leadership (AEL) certification, Instructional Leadership Training(ILT), or Instructional Leadership Development (ILD)

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• 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

Three years experience as a classroom teacher

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Management

• 1. Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helpingteachers pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluationmeasures and make suggestions for improvement where needed.
• 2. Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies andclassroom management.
• 3. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their activeinvolvement in decision-making process.
• 4. Promote the use of technology in teaching/learning process.
• 5. Coordinate state testing.

School/Organizational Improvement

• 6. Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensureattainment of the school’s mission.
• 7. Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, andcommunity members.
• 8. Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.
• 9. Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.

Student Management

• 10. May act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws andregulations.
• 11. Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management systemthat results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
• 12. Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline isappropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and studenthandbook.
• 13. Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, andteachers.
• 14. Ensure that students are adequately supervised during noninstructional periods.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

• 15. Oversee campus operations in principal's absence.
• 16. Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities includingthe development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activityschedules.
• 17. Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identifyand address issues.
• 18. Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based ondocumented program needs.
• 19. Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; and monitor and maintain inventoryin accordance with district procedures.
• 20. Oversee Emergency Operation Planning and assist with safety inspections. Direct allsafety drills.
• 21. Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteriato best meet campus needs.
• 22. Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.

Personnel Management

• 23. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluationconferences as needed for designated teacher appraisal system.
• 24. Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
• 25. Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing themission.
• 26. Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meetthose needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community andparent involvement.

School/Community Relations

• 27. Articulate the school's mission to community and solicit its support in realizingmission.
• 28. Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meetthose needs.
• 29. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parentinvolvement.

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 other asassigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used:Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
• Posture:Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, andtwisting.
• Motion:Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting:Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment:May work prolonged or irregular hours; 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.

Midway Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment becauseof race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities. The Title IX Coordinator for Midway ISD is the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources,13885 Woodway Drive, Woodway, Texas 76712. Contact phone number is 254-761-5610.