Elementary Principal (PK-2)

Administrative - Principal - Elementary Job Number 0000764179Start DateOpen Date 02/25/2026Closing DatePrimary Purpose:Direct and manage the instructional program and supervise operations at the campus level. Provide instructional leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service. Direct implementation of district policies and instructional programs and manage the operation of all campus activities.215 Work DaysQualifications:Minimum Education/Certification:Master's Degree in Educational AdministrationValid Texas Administrator CertificateCertified instructional supervisor appraiser in Texas Teacher Appraisal SystemSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Working knowledge of curriculum and instructionAbility to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectivenessAbility to manage budget and personnelStrong organizational, public relations, communication, and interpersonal skillsMinimum Experience:Three Years teaching experienceMajor Responsibilities and Duties:INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENTMonitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use these findings for corrective action and improvement, as well as for recognition of success.Work with staff to plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum on a systematic basis; include students and community representatives (when appropriate).SCHOOL/ORGANIZATIONAL CLIMATEProvide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.Foster collegiality and team building among staff; encourage their active involvement in the decision process.Provide for two-way communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.Communicate and promote expectation for high level performance form staff and students; recognize excellence and achievement.Facilitate effective and timely resolution of conflicts.SCHOOL/ORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENTDetermine and build a common vision with staff for school improvement; direct planning activities and implement program collaboratively with staff to ensure attainment of a school's mission.Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school correlates) to facilitate school improvement.Lead a collaborative process to develop campus performance objectives involving staff, parents, and community members.Develop, maintain, and use appropriate PEIMS information systems and other records necessary for attainment of campus performance objectives addressing each academic excellence indicator.Verify that attendance and PEIMS data has been accurately reported as required by state mandates and local policy.PERSONNEL MANAGEMENTInterview and select new staff and approve all campus personnel as assigned if applicable.Define expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with all staff.Make recommendations relative to personnel placement, transfer, retention, promotion, or dismissal.Confer with subordinates regarding their professional growth; work jointly with them to develop and accomplish achieving goals.AMINSITRATION AND FISCAL/FACILITIES MANAGEMENTComply with district policies; as well as state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools.Develop budgets based upon documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs; implement programs within budget limits; maintain fiscal control; accurately report fiscal information.Manage the use of school facilities; supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, safe campus.STUDENT MANAGEMENTPositive student behavior and enhances the school climate.Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed, and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable.Conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers, concerning school and student issues.PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTUse information and insights provided through assessment instruments, the district appraisal process, evaluate feedback from line supervisors, and professional development programs to improve performance.Provide leadership in addressing challenges facing the profession; pursue professional development activities; disseminate ideas and information to other professionals.Observe professional ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency code of ethics.SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONSArticulate the school's mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.Demonstrate awareness of district-community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.Use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.Serve as, or appoint a person to serve as, deputy registrar for the county (high school principal only).Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:Supervise and evaluate the performance of assistant principal(s), teachers, counselor(s), librarian(s), and support staff.EQUIPMENT USED:Copier, personal computer and appropriate software, typewriter, printer, calculator, fax machine and audio-visual equipmentWORKING CONDITIONS:Mental Demands:Reading, ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; coordinate district-wide curriculum functions; interpret policy, procedures, and data.Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, pulling, pushing, lifting, carrying; moving small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer terminal possible; occasional district-wide travel; occasional state-wide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; possible biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.EvaluationPerformance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board's policy of evaluation of administrative personnel.