Assistant Principal MS (BMSS) 26-27 SY

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

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state, district, and campus policies, including UIL regulations, attendance procedures, and confidentiality standards.
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences as needed for designated teacher appraisal system.
• Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
• 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.
• Daily attendance at work and punctuality are essential functions of the job.
• Foster and maintain a positive, respectful, and collaborative tone in all communications with internal and external stakeholders.
• Compile, maintain, and organize reports, records, and other required documentation.
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, board policies, and district regulations.
• Attend Board, administrative, staff, and public meetings as required.
• Follow established campus and district routines to ensure compliance and consistency in operations.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas Mid-Management, Supervisor, or Principal Certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a classroom teacher.
• Current Certification in or ability to obtain: Advanced Education Leadership (AEL) certification, Instructional Leadership Training (ILT), or Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) and T-TESS appraiser certification.
• Must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the candidate.

• Knowledge of campus operations.
• Ability to manage budget and personnel.
• Ability to implement policy and procedures.
• Ability to interpret data.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to think critically, act independently, and resolve conflicts constructively with all stakeholders.
• Ability to assess instructional programs and teacher performance using data-driven analysis to inform improvements and drive student achievement.
• Proficient in managing campus budgets and personnel, ensuring alignment of resources with instructional goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years' campus level administrative experience or curriculum/instruction leadership.