ECHS Assistant Principal

Education Service Center, Region 2; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Education Service Center, Region 2 in Texas is seeking a principal to direct and manage instructional programs and campus operations. This role oversees student activities and services, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment.

Preferred candidates hold a Master's degree and a Texas principal certificate (or equivalent) and TTess appraiser certification; two years of classroom teaching experience is required. Strong leadership, budgeting, and data interpretation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited university matching Texas standards.
• Texas principal certificate or other Texas certificate.
• Certified Texas Teacher Support and Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser.
• Two years of experience as a classroom teacher.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Management: lead innovative instructional programs and participate in evaluations.
• School/Organizational Improvement: develop campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community.
• Student Management: establish discipline systems; ensure fair enforcement of rules.
• Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management: oversee campus operations and budget requests.
• Personnel Management: supervise staff performance and support hiring and orientation.
• School/Community Relations: communicate mission and engage community and parents.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Campus operations

Curriculum & instruction

Budget management

Personnel management

Policy interpretation

Data interpretation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree

Texas principal certificate

T-TESS appraiser certification

Job description

Primary Purpose

Direct and manage assigned areas of instructional program and campus operations. Oversee assigned student activities and services.

Primary Purpose

Direct and manage assigned areas of instructional program and campus operations. Oversee assigned student activities and services.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Master's degree from accredited university Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate Certified Texas Teacher Support and Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of campus operations Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

Two years experience as a classroom teacher

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Instructional Management

• Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement where needed.
• Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision‑making process.

School/Organizational Improvement

• Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school's mission.
• Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.
• Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.

Student Management

• May act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
• Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Implement and address the student dress code at all times to support campus administration with daily compliance.
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• Ensure that students are adequately supervised during noninstructional periods.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

• Oversee campus operations in principal's absence.
• Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
• Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues.
• Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.
• Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures.
• Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs.
• Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.

Personnel Management

• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as second appraiser as needed for designated teacher appraisal system.
• Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.

School/Community Relations

• Articulate the school's mission to community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Building/Campus High School