Assistant Principal - Junior High

Education Preferred

Master's Degree

Certificate/License Preferred

Valid Texas Mid Management Certificate or Standard Principal Certificate; Certified as TTESS Appraiser

Qualifications

Strong leadership skills and ability to interpret data;

Fair and consistent disciplinary skills required;

Excellent organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience

At least two years experience teaching in the classroom

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Participate in development and evaluation of educational programs.

Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate.

Promote the use of technology in teaching/learning process

Supervise operations in principal's absence.

Help plan daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments and extracurricular activity schedules.

Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with attendance clerk on follow-up investigations.

Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.

Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory; maintain records; and verify receipts for materials.

Assist with safety inspections and safety-drill practice activities.

Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support services.

Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.