Principal Pool (26-27 SY)- Districtwide

Irving ISD; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas school district is seeking a Principal to lead and manage the instructional program at the campus level. Responsibilities include providing instructional leadership, ensuring high standards of instructional service, and directing the implementation of district policies. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree and a valid Texas administrator's certificate, with at least three years of successful teaching experience and prior instructional leadership roles. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of successful experience as a classroom teacher.
• Prior experience in instructional leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the instructional program and supervise campus operations.
• Provide instructional leadership to ensure high standards.
• Manage the operation of all campus activities.

Skills

Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to evaluate instructional programs

Strong communication skills

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree

Valid Texas Administrator's Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Principal

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports To: Deputy Superintendent of School Leadership

Pay Grade: As approved by Board of Trustees 220 days (Early Childhood); 220 days (Elementary); 225 days (Secondary)

Date Revised: September 2013

Primary Purpose

The principal shall direct and manage the instructional program and supervise operations at the campus level, provide instructional leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service, direct the implementation of District policies and instructional programs, and manage the operation of all campus activities.

Minimum Education/Certification

• Master's Degree
• Valid Texas Administrator's Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Minimum Experience

• At least three (3) years of successful experience as a classroom teacher
• Prior experience in instructional leadership roles

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Management

• Administer and integrate all instructional programs
• Plan, implement, and evaluate the curriculum on a systematic basis
• Provide instructional resources to support the accomplishment of instructional goals
• Evaluate and recommend improvements in the purpose, design, and implementation of the instructional program

School/Organizational Climate

• Provide an environment conducive to learning
• Reinforce desired behaviors for students and staff
• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to positive staff morale

School/Organizational Improvement

• Establish through a collaborative process a vision for a campus mission
• Develop campus performance objectives and an improvement plan through collaboration
• Develop, maintain, and use information systems necessary to address campus performance objectives including all academic excellence indicators

Personnel Management

• Interview, select, and orient new staff
• Recommend employment, transfer, retention, and dismissal of staff
• Define expectations for staff performance
• Use developmental supervision with all staff
• Develop leadership among the staff
• Delegate personnel management functions as appropriate
• Complete personnel management reports in a timely manner

Administration And Fiscal/Facilities Management

• Develop budget based on program needs, estimated enrollment, projected staffing, and other fiscal needs
• Implement programs within budgeted parameters
• Comply with all regulations regarding fiscal management
• Manage the use and maintenance of facilities to provide a safe and clean campus
• Manage and provide required reports for all school operations including attendance, funds accounting, payroll, and transportation

Student Management

• Develop a student management system that encourages positive student behavior and enhances the school climate
• Ensure school rules are uniformly observed and student discipline is appropriate and equitable
• Communicate student management expectations to parents and the community and encourage parent participation in student management activities

School/Community Relations

• Articulate the school's mission to the community and solicit support in realizing the mission
• Demonstrate awareness of school/community needs and initiate activities to meet these needs
• Promote a positive image of the school and maintain a positive working relationship with parents and the community
• Involve parents and other community members in school activities as required or appropriate

Professional Growth And Development

• Use information provided through assessment instruments, the appraisal process, staff input, and professional development programs to improve performance
• Provide leadership in addressing current educational issues
• Attend professional development activities
• Abide by the Professional Code of Ethics

Academic Excellence Indicators And Campus Performance Objectives

• Provide leadership that emphasizes high expectations for and that result in student success. Examples of measurements of student success may include, but are not limited to the following: drop‑out rate; graduation rate; advanced‑course enrollment; percentage of advanced transcripts; percentage of advanced transcripts with honors; honor roll rate; failure rate; student assessments; norm‑reference tests; state assessment results; LAP3; STAAR results; monitor student attendance and implement programs to improve when needed; provide leadership in defining school goals and in implementing the action plan to accomplish the goals

Professional Practices

• Comply with all state and federal laws, local board policies, and administrative guidelines

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of professional and paraprofessional staff members as assigned to the campus
• Assist Transportation vendor to set bus routes; schedule all students into the correct class sequence
• Serve on the CRC committee for DCJJAEP and also correspond with DCJJAEP regarding student intake forms
• Administer student medication in the absence of a nurse

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem‑solving skills while under stress; must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively; should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision‑making; coordinate campus functions; frequent in‑district and occasional in‑state or national travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Safety

Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.