Assistant Principal (Poteet)

Mesquite-Isd; Poteet (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD seeks an experienced administrator to assist the principal in improving school culture, climate, and student achievement.

The role requires strong communication, instructional leadership, and a collaborative approach with teachers, parents, and the community. A Master's Degree and Administrator Certificate are required, with the position reporting to the Principal.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze school culture and strategize improvements.
• Experience facilitating professional development for staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist principal in decisions based on district policies and guidelines.
• Collaborate with teachers to promote positive student conduct and relationships.
• Monitor attendance and support disciplinary processes as needed.
• Refer students or families to support services when appropriate.
• Maintain discipline records and assist with program evaluation.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, families, and community.

Skills

Educational Leadership

Communication

Change Management

Instructional Support

Policy Knowledge

Technology in Education

Education

Master's Degree

Administrator Certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Admin Campus - Assist Principal/ Secondary Assistant Principal/Dean

Pay Grade:3
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.