Assistant Principal - Elementary

Katy ISD•Katy, TX

About The Position

The Assistant Principal works with the Principal to coordinate and administer school programs within the philosophy, goals, and policies established by the Board, regulatory agency standards, and administrative regulations. The position assists with schoolwide program planning, supervision, and evaluation; supports instructional improvement and staff development; and helps maintain a productive campus and positive school climate. The Assistant Principal also communicates district and school policies and goals to staff and community members and supports their implementation.

Requirements

Master’s degree.
Principal/Mid-Management Certificate.
At least five years of successful classroom teaching experience or equivalent experience, such as Instructional Coach.
Demonstrated ability as an instructional leader.
Certified teacher appraiser/T-TESS certification.
AEL Certified, or able to obtain certification.
Proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Assist the Principal with overall program planning, supervision, and evaluation for the assigned school.
Maintain accurate and complete records for assigned programs and projects, and submit required reports on time.
Interact effectively with students to promote positive attitudes toward school programs.
Assist faculty and staff in identifying, defining, and solving instructional-related problems.
Use instructional staff and intra-district and inter-district support services to maintain and improve the instructional program.
Facilitate teachers’ implementation of concepts and content across instructional areas.
Conduct instructional observations and staff conferences that provide diagnostic and prescriptive feedback for growth and improved performance.
Facilitate staff development, including in-service activities, workshops, and support materials.
Implement a discipline management system that supports a productive campus environment.
Assist faculty and staff in maintaining curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular learning environments that support students’ academic, physical, social, and emotional development.
Create and maintain a positive climate for campus staff.
Model and encourage high professional and ethical standards.
Communicate and interpret District goals, policies, procedures, and directives to staff under the Assistant Principal’s direction, and supervise implementation.
Demonstrate professional interactions and support cooperatively reached decisions.
Maintain poise appropriate to situations.
Communicate and interpret school goals, Board policies, administrative procedures, and TEA regulations to various audiences.
Help maintain a positive image of the school by involving community members and agencies in a supportive role and attending school functions.