Assistant Principal (Mackey)

Mesquite ISD; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD in the United States is seeking an Admin Campus - Assist Principal/ Elementary Assistant Principal to support the principal, monitor student conduct, and help raise student achievement. This role requires strong communication, coordination with teachers and families, and the ability to apply district policies.

The administrator will supervise staff, assist with program evaluation, manage disciplinary procedures, and help implement strategies that foster a positive learning

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or a related field.
• Administrator certificate or equivalent required.
• Experience in public education preferred.
• Successful classroom teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Make informed decisions based on campus policies and guidelines.
• Support the principal in improving school culture and climate.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff on attendance and behavior.
• Identify, provide, and evaluate programs to meet student needs.
• Maintain discipline records and assist with professional growth plans.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community.

Skills

Communication skills

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Technology in education

Change management

Education

Master's Degree

Administrator Certificate

Job description

• Position Type:
  Admin Campus - Assist Principal/ Elementary Assistant Principal

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.
• 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.