Assistant Principal

Young World Physical Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Houston, Texas is seeking an Assistant Principal to support the Principal in managing the instructional program and campus operations. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree, Texas Teacher Certificate, and have relevant experience.

The role entails coordinating student activities, supervising staff, and maintaining a positive school environment. Additional qualifications include strong organizational and communication skills, along with experience working with special needs students.

Qualifications

• Three years of teaching experience required.
• Experience working with special needs students.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overall administration of the instructional program.
• Coordinate student activities and services.
• Supervise operations in Principal's absence.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of behavior management

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited university

Texas Teacher Certificate

Certification in Special Education

Texas Mid-Management Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Principal

Assist the campus Principal in overall administration of the instructional program and campus operations. Coordinate student activities and services.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Master’s degree from an accredited university; Texas Teacher Certificate; Certification in Special Education (required for Academic and Behavior Center campuses); Texas Mid‑Management or other appropriate Texas certificate; Certificate of Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T‑TESS).
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Thorough understanding of school administrative operations; strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with a specified behavior management system; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to learn and utilize specialized therapeutic restraint techniques to control student behavior, when appropriate; general knowledge of computer systems and software applications; general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Experience: Three years teaching experience; experience working with students with special needs and students in at‑risk situations.

Major Responsibilities

• Instructional Management: Participate in development and evaluation of educational programs; provide appropriate time, resources and materials to support staff; assist Principal in developing, maintaining and using information systems and records to measure campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators; facilitate technology implementation; process changes and adjustments in student schedules.
• Personnel Management: Assist Principal in interviewing, selecting and orienting new staff; observe employee performance, record observations and conduct evaluation conferences; serve as second appraiser in the Professional Development and Appraisal System; supervise teachers, paraprofessionals and clerical personnel; supervise operations in Principal's absence; treat all staff with dignity, integrity and respect.
• School/Organizational Climate: Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds; promote a positive, caring learning environment; employ effective interpersonal skills.
• Organizational Improvement: Participate in collaborative processes to develop campus improvement plans; assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities.
• Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management: Assist in requisitioning supplies, textbooks and equipment; conduct inventories and maintain records; supervise safety inspections and drills; coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria and other support services; supervise student attendance reporting; compile annual instructional‑related material requests; implement policies established by federal and state law and state board of education rules.
• Student Management: Coordinate and provide adequate supervision; monitor special education services; develop a student management system; conduct parent, student and teacher conferences; ensure uniform application of school rules and equitable discipline; model positive behavior; conduct physical student searches.
• Professional Growth and Development: Initiate development of professional skills; demonstrate professionalism, ethics and responsibility; articulate campus goals; support community; maintain confidentiality; perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.