(Salary is commensurate with experience)

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The role of the Principal is to direct and manage instructional programs and supervise operations and personnel at the campus level; to provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service, and to oversee compliance with district policies, success of instructional programs, and operation of all campus activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification:

.Master's degree

.Valid Texas Principal or other appropriate certification as per the Texas Education Agency

.Certified instructional supervisor and appraiser in the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System
(T-Tess)

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to coordinate campus functions
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

.Three years experience as a classroom teacher

.Three years experience in instructional leadership roles

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s),

teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent

prolonged and irregular hours.