2026-2027 Assistant Principal - Theron Jones

Job Description Third Future Schools is a high-achieving and growing network of charter schools. The network's school in Texarkana, TX, Theron Jones Elementary, is looking for an Assistant Principal. Licensure is preferred, but not required.Specific job duties and essential skills are listed below:Primary Purpose:Assume leadership and responsibility for school functions, instruction and outcomesMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Manage the day-to-day operation of the School, including implementing and monitoring plans, procedures, programs, and systems to achieve clearly defined and desired outcomesNurture self-awarenessSelf-assesses strengths, areas for growth, and preferencesReflects on her actions; acts with courage and integritySuccess measured by systemic leadership rubricEstablish a shared vision of successReinforce Core Beliefs consistentlyGuide staff to a shared vision that unites staff in a common goalEstablish goals and clarify purposeLead change through teamwork and collaborationMaximize human potential and inspire staff towards best hopesDemonstrate other leadership skillsCommunicate well and practice sense-makingMake effective decisions that enhance the operations and instruction of the schoolDemonstrate broad perspectiveOperate systemicallyIdentify and pay attention to system connectionsFocus on leverage pointsStrengthen system componentsCreate a high performance and adaptive cultureDistribute decision-makingDevelop an adaptive cultureHold the staff and the organization accountable for outcomesDesign and execute action plansAssess needDesign an effective action planImplement the Action Plan well and in a way to meet the accountability metricsMonitor progress of staff members and the schoolGuide the instructional programMaintain an intense focus on student academic achievement and maintain a strong instructional coreImprove the quality of instructionAssess student learningEvaluate staffGrow staff capacity and leadership densityProvide effective coaching and professional developmentFacilitate individual growth of teachers and other staff membersStrengthen leadership capacityRecruit and retain effective teachersWork with the Principal to recruit and hire effective teachersRetain effective teachersCreate a positive work environment and a high-performance cultureCommunicate with external and internal stakeholdersCommunicate with staff and practice sense-makingBuild positive relations with parents and other school stakeholdersUse different media to communicate key messagesPerform other duties as assignedSupervisory ResponsibilitiesSpecific staff as assigned by the building principalMinimum Requirements:Master's degree required, or currently enrolled in a programMinimum of two years administrative experience in a K-12 settingMinimum of five years of teaching experienceEarly literacy specialistAbility to provide exceptional instructional feedbackMotivate and inspire staffMulti-task and excellent time managementSuperior knowledge of operational leadership and effectivenessSolid understanding of basic teaching pedagogyThird Future Schools is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.*Candidates relocating more than 150 miles are eligible for a $5,000 relocation stipend.