Boals Elementary

Frisco ISD; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Frisco ISD in Frisco, TX seeks a Campus Principal to provide intensive reading and math instruction, develop lessons, and lead teachers to boost student achievement.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements; they will model evidence-based literacy and math practices, align lessons to TEKS, assess progress, and collaborate with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned.
• Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive reading and math instruction and develop/prepare lessons and materials.
• Develop lesson plans aligning with the District’s curriculum and Title I goals.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Assess students for diagnostic and progress monitoring purposes.
• Collaborate with teachers to support individual student goals.
• Incorporate technology to enhance teaching and learning.

Skills

Reading instruction strategies

Math instruction strategies

Differentiated instruction

Assessment literacy

At-risk learner support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Endorsements relevant to subject/level

Tools

TEKS alignment tools

MS Office / district systems

Job description

Campus Principal

Varies

To provide intensive reading and math instruction by developing and/or preparing lessons and other instructional materials to increase academic achievement.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of best instructional practices in academic content areas
• Knowledge of current research into effective literacy practices, including process writing
• Knowledge of various types of assessments and how to align assessment to language arts and math TEKS
• Knowledge of various differentiation strategies such as cooperative learning, integrated instruction, learning styles, brain-based learning, etc.
• Knowledge of and ability to meet the needs of at-risk learners
• Knowledge of appropriate integration of reading programs and library services

Instruction

• Provide instruction based on student needs through research-based reading, language arts, and math program strategies.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the District’s curriculum program and the Title I goals, objectives and planned activities included in the Consolidated Application for Federal Funding.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Conduct assessment for diagnostic and progress monitoring purposes.
• Work cooperatively with other teachers to meet needs of individual students.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching and learning process.

Student Growth and Development

• Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
• Consistently assess student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Present a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents and community members.
• Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in the District staff development program.
• Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

Policy

• Keep informed of and comply with state, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Other Duties

• Maintain Time and Effort as Approved in the Title I Consolidated Application.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Principal or administrator.
• Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.

Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all. Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.

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

The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.