Assistant Principal (Gentry)

Mesquite ISD; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD seeks an administrator to support the principal in evaluating school culture and student achievement. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, parents, and district staff to implement strategies and policies that improve climate and outcomes.

Requirements include a Master’s Degree and Administrator Certificate, with experience in public education and classroom teaching preferred. The position is full-time and on-site within the Mesquite ISD system.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in education or related field.
• Administrator Certificate is required.
• Experience in public education and classroom teaching is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make informed decisions based on campus and district policies.
• Collaborate with teachers to maintain positive student conduct.
• Monitor attendance with teachers and parents.
• Address disciplinary issues and consult with parents as needed.
• Refer to appropriate agencies for aid and support.
• Maintain accurate discipline records and develop growth plans.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community.
• Identify and evaluate programs meeting student and staff needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by principal or district staff.

Skills

Communication

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Consensus building

Technology in education

Education

Master's Degree

Administrator Certificate

Job description

Mesquite ISD – Compensation Plans

Administrative Compensation Plan

Pay Grade: 1

SHIFT TYPE:Full-Time

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports To:Principal

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• To assist the principal in assessing, analyzing and developing strategies to improve school culture and climate, thus enhancing student moral and achievement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Master's Degree
• Administrator Certificate

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Exhibit excellent communication (verbal and written), public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of change process, organizational development, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of teaching methodologies and ability to provide assistance and instructional help to teachers requiring assistance.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures of the MISD.
• Exhibit excellent organizational skills and consensus building skills.
• Demonstrate understanding of technology and its importance in the educational process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Successful experience in the field of public education.
• Successful experience as a classroom teacher.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Make informed decisions based on campus and district policies and administrative guidelines.
• Work closely with teachers to insure that students conduct themselves properly while in the classroom and that good teacher-student relationships are maintained.
• Work closely with other assistant principals, teachers and parents in monitoring student attendance.
• Deal directly with disciplinary problems which require administrative action and consults with parents when necessary.
• Make referrals to proper agencies for aid and assistance.
• Maintain accurate and accessible discipline records.
• Evaluate teachers assigned by principal and help those teachers develop professional growth plans.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and the community.
• Work with the principal to identify, provide, and evaluate programs and services to meet the needs of all students and staff.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the principal or district staff.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in supervisory capacities assigned by the principal

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

• Managing simultaneously occurring projects, communicating effectively with all publics, and making effective decisions while maintaining emotional control.

Physical demands/environmental factors:

• Frequent prolonged and irregular hours that require physical stamina in monitoring student conduct and activities.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.