ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - HIGH SCHOOL

Sweeny Independent School District • Sweeny, TX

93d • $78,826 - $107,215

About The Position

The Assistant Principal will direct and manage assigned areas of the instructional program and campus operations. This role includes overseeing assigned student activities and services, ensuring the effective implementation of educational policies, and fostering a positive school environment.

Requirements

• Master's degree from accredited university.
• Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate.
• Certified Texas Teacher Support and Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser.
• 2 years experience as a classroom teacher.
• Knowledge of campus operations.
• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to evaluate instructional programs 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.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate.
• Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable.
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• Ensure that students are adequately supervised during noninstructional periods.
• Oversee campus operations in principal's absence.
• Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities.
• Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance.
• 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.
• Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria.
• Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences.
• Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
• Articulate the school's mission to community and solicit its support.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree