PRINCIPAL

Principal / Elementary CampusJob Title: PrincipalReports to: SuperintendentDept.Campus: Roy J. Wollam ElementaryPrimary Purpose: Direct and manage overall campus operations. Responsible for leadership of the campus instructional program ensuring high standards of instruction and student achievement, compliance with district policies, application of instructional programs, and effective operation of all campus activities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Master's degree from an accredited universityTexas principal or another appropriate Texas certificateCertified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System {T-TESS} appraiserSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Working knowledge of curriculum and instructionAbility to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectivenessAbility to manage budget and personnelAbility to implement policy and proceduresAbility to interpret dataExcellent organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skillsExperience:Three years' experience as a classroom teacherThree years' experience in instructional leadership rolesMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Instructional ManagementMonitor instructional processes to ensure that program activities are related to outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions where necessary.Provide instructional resources and materials needed to accomplish instructional goals.Establish clear expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.Solicit regular input from campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program. Include students and community representatives when appropriate.School or Organization ImprovementBuild a common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of school's mission.Establish campus performance objectives for Academic Excellence Indicators using the campus planning process and involving site-based decision-making committee. Demonstrate campus progress using results to promote school improvement.Provide opportunities for interactive communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.Student ManagementAct 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 and enhances the school climate.Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.Oversee extra curricular events and activities to ensure a safe and orderly environment for staff, students and community.Management of Fiscal, Administrative, and Facilities FunctionsComply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.Develop and administer campus budgets based on documented program needs and estimated enrollment ensuring that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including accurate and timely reports of maximum attendance to requisition textbooks.Manage the use of school facilities. Oversee maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs including management of multiple activity funds.Personnel ManagementSelect, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make recommendations related to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Approve all personnel assigned to campus.Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff.Coach staff and help them identify and develop appropriate professional growth opportunities as well as accomplish improvement goals.Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional development activities.School or Community RelationsArticulate the school's mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.Demonstrate awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.OtherFollow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Display tolerance necessary for accepting supervision for and criticism of job performance.Work in harmony with supervisory, faculty, and peer personnel.Use professional information discreetly and judiciously.Support and follow administrative and Board policy.Represent the school system to the community in a positive, professional way.Maintain a sincere, friendly attitude toward patrons.Perform other duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities:Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teachers, counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, administrative assistants, and other office support staff.Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, /pulling, and twistingMotion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reachingLifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behaviorEnvironment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travelMental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress