Assistant Principal

United Independent School District Department of Human Resources ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OR MIDDLE SCHOOL Campus Assignment Primary Purpose: Assist the school principal in the overall administration of the instructional program and operations at the campus level, to include distance learning or virtual instruction. Coordinate assigned student activities and services. Educational Qualifications: Master's Degree Principal, Principal as Instructional Leader, or Mid-Management Certificate TEXAS-Teacher Evaluation Support System (T-TESS) TEXAS-Principal Evaluation Support System (T-PESS) preferred Advancing Educational Leadership (AEL) or Instructional Leadership Development (ILD Grandfathered) Certificate At least five (5) years of experience as a classroom teacher preferred Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction The ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness The ability to manage budget and personnel and coordinate campus functions The ability to explain policy, procedures, and data Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs.
2. Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs, helping teacher to pilot such efforts when appropriate.
3. Collaborate in the development of instructional education programs.
4. Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.
5. Employ effective interpersonal skills.
6. Participate in collaborative processes to develop campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.
7. Assist in developing, maintaining, and using appropriate information system and records necessary for attainment of campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.
8. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff; serve as an appraiser in the Texas Teacher Appraisal System.
9. Assist in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
10. Assume responsibilities in the absence of the principal.
11. Assist in the administration of the daily organization of the school.
12. Assist in supervising the reporting and monitoring of PEIMS data such as student attendance and special programs, and work with appropriate personnel on investigative follow-up actions.
13. Work with appropriate personnel in compiling annual budget requests based upon documented program needs.
14. Coordinate safety inspections and safety drills.
15. Monitors the requisitions and receipts of supplies, text books and equipment.
16. Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, maintenance, and other support services.
17. Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
18. Cooperates and provide adequate supervision of students.
19. Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable.
20. Conduct conferences with parent, students and teachers concerning school and student issues as appropriate. Assistant Principal - Elementary or Middle School (continued)
21. Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
22. Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
23. Articulate the school's mission to the students, staff, parents, and community.
24. Use appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
25. Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing during regular business hours to confer with district personnel.
26. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job responsibility unless instructed to work from home by supervisor.
27. Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. Distance Learning and Virtual Instruction Duties and Responsibilities In the event of a school closure in response to a disaster, flood, extreme weather condition, fuel curtailment, epidemic, pandemic or other calamity, the following duties and responsibilities will be added to the above listed Major Job Responsibilities and Duties, as directed by the Superintendent.
28. Usage of personal equipment, including but not limited to personal cellular phone, personal computer, and personal internet service when working from home during a District closure due to government or Board order or during an emergency affecting normal District operations.
29. Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by supervisor. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives.
30. Reports to the Principal. Working Conditions: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); coordinate campus support functions; maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district-wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Some bending, lifting and stooping while performing job related functions. Distance Learning Working Conditions: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer; use of and access to phone system; video/instructional equipment; and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting Motion: Repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists Environment: Work from inside home or location other than school building Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours Terms of Employment: Wage / Hour Status: Exempt Minimum Salary: $66,292 Pay Grade: 4A Minimum Work Days: 211 Months: 11 Date Last Revised: 04/24 The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skill that may be required.