Arlington ISD
Assistant Principal - Elementary
Arlington ISD, Grand Prairie, Texas, United States, 75051
Administration - Assistant Principal/Dean - Elementary
Grades PK-5
Job Number 0000760575
Start Date
Open Date 11/20/2024
Closing Date
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Master's Degree, requiredAdministrative certification issued by Texas Education Agency, requiredExperience:
Minimum three years experience as classroom teacherMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Instructional Management
Evaluate and recommend improvement in the purposes, design, and implementation of the instructional program, as well as other support programs related to the mission of the schoolCoordinate support programs and personnel to further enhance instructional goals.Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.Assist in ensuring that curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.Systematically and continuously assist in monitoring instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes; use these findings for corrective action and improvement, as well as for recognition of success.Work with staff, principal, and central office personnel to plan, implement, and evaluate the curriculum on a systematic basis.Assist in registration and placement of students by reviewing and evaluating the school program in terms of student progress.Assist in the development and implementation of the school's master teaching schedule.School/Organizational Climate
Communicate and promote high expectation levels for staff and student performance in an enabling, supportive way; provide proper recognition of excellence and achievement.Help establish and maintain an environment which is conducive to positive staff morale and directed towards achievement of the school's mission in accordance with AISD goals.Foster collegiality and team-building among staff, encouraging their active involvement in decision-making.Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community; project a positive image that enhances the school's mission and maintains respect for the dignity of all individuals.Mediate and facilitate effective resolution of conflicts in a timely fashion.Assess the school climate and use resultant data to help develop improvement plans collaboratively with others.Have a clear sense of the school's mission; actively involve the staff in planning and decision-making in order to accomplish the mission.Assist in initiating and supporting programs and actions that foster learning and facilitate a positive, caring climate, as well as an orderly, purposeful environment for students of AISD.School/Organizational Improvement
Assist in determining a common vision for school improvement; assist in the direction, planning, and supervision of activities and implement programs toward attainment of the school vision.Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school research correlates) to facilitate the school improvement.Develop, maintain, utilize appropriate information and records necessary for attainment of the school's mission and overall school improvement efforts.Personnel Management
Use developmental supervision effective (and comprehensively) with all staff by systematically observing instruction, recording observations, and regularly conducting formative and summative evaluation conferences.Apply state/district appraisal system appropriately and ensure that evaluations clearly and accurately represent staff performance.Confer with staff regarding their professional growth; work jointly with them to develop and accomplish improvement goals, determine development needs and provide resources for implementing in-service and renewal programs.Clearly understand and define the principal's expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.Encourage personal and professional growth and leadership among the staff; recognize exemplary performance.Participate in the selection of staff for the school and assist in assigning personnel according to the instructional competencies and needs of the staff.Assume responsibility for monitoring the STMS and for securing substitutes as needed.Be readily available to teachers, students, and parents.Support the decisions and actions of central office, the principal, and other staff members.Assist in assuming responsibility for exercising all responsible and necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the school staff.Monitor and provide guidance for student teachers.Assign and monitor all teacher special duty assignmentsAssist in the selection, training and evaluation of paraprofessional employees.Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
Assist in compliance with district policies, state, and federal regulations.Assist in effective scheduling of the school facility for both school and non-school related activities (i.e. athletic events, academic contests, community/church groups, elections, etc.)Assist in managing all school facilities, effectively supervising custodial and security services to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe educational environment.Oversee the use, care, and replacement of equipment and exercise necessary precautions to safeguard materials, equipment, and supplies.Assist in developing the school budget; work within the guidelines set by the district to establish enrollment projections, justification of program needs, and staffing.Assist in preparation, development, and maintenance of fiscal records and reports in accordance with district policies and procedures.Function as the textbook coordinator and oversee all necessary inventories, surveys, and other related reports.Student/Management Relationships
Effectively conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning school and student issues, conveying both positive aspects of student behaviors as well as problem areas.Assist students through orientation meetings and individual guidance to make the transition from one grade level to the next.Investigate irregularities in student attendance and make the necessary follow-up.Attend and represent the school at conference/hearings with the designated Student Services representative(s).Encourage improved student behavior by assisting the students in analyzing their conduct and accepting responsibility/consequences for their actions.Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that consequences of misconduct are applied equitably to all students.Effectively develop and communicate to students, staff, and parents the school guidelines for proper student conduct, dress, and attendance.Demonstrate an understanding of the growth and development of children and youth, and be able to apply this knowledge in dealing with students on an individual and/or group basis.Work with faculty and staff to implement a student management system that results in a positive student behavior and enhances school climate.Professional Growth and Development
Use information provided through assessment instruments, the district appraisal process, and evaluative feedback from line supervisors to improve performance.Strive to improve leadership skills through self-initiated professional development activities (e.g., undertaking professional reading, attending conferences, participating in training programs).Utilize information gained in professional development programs for self-improvement.Disseminate ideas and information to other professionals; provide leadership in addressing the challenges facing the profession.Conduct oneself in a professional, ethical manner, in accordance with TEA Code of Ethics.School/Community Relations
Articulate the school's mission and campus plan to the community and solicit their support in achieving the goals of the campus.Demonstrate awareness of school/community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.Demonstrate the use of appropriate techniques for effective community and parent involvement.Emphasize and nurture two-way communication between the school and community.Project a positive image to the community.
Duty Days 202
Pay Grade Admin Professional 4
Grades PK-5
Job Number 0000760575
Start Date
Open Date 11/20/2024
Closing Date
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Master's Degree, requiredAdministrative certification issued by Texas Education Agency, requiredExperience:
Minimum three years experience as classroom teacherMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Instructional Management
Evaluate and recommend improvement in the purposes, design, and implementation of the instructional program, as well as other support programs related to the mission of the schoolCoordinate support programs and personnel to further enhance instructional goals.Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.Assist in ensuring that curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.Systematically and continuously assist in monitoring instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes; use these findings for corrective action and improvement, as well as for recognition of success.Work with staff, principal, and central office personnel to plan, implement, and evaluate the curriculum on a systematic basis.Assist in registration and placement of students by reviewing and evaluating the school program in terms of student progress.Assist in the development and implementation of the school's master teaching schedule.School/Organizational Climate
Communicate and promote high expectation levels for staff and student performance in an enabling, supportive way; provide proper recognition of excellence and achievement.Help establish and maintain an environment which is conducive to positive staff morale and directed towards achievement of the school's mission in accordance with AISD goals.Foster collegiality and team-building among staff, encouraging their active involvement in decision-making.Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community; project a positive image that enhances the school's mission and maintains respect for the dignity of all individuals.Mediate and facilitate effective resolution of conflicts in a timely fashion.Assess the school climate and use resultant data to help develop improvement plans collaboratively with others.Have a clear sense of the school's mission; actively involve the staff in planning and decision-making in order to accomplish the mission.Assist in initiating and supporting programs and actions that foster learning and facilitate a positive, caring climate, as well as an orderly, purposeful environment for students of AISD.School/Organizational Improvement
Assist in determining a common vision for school improvement; assist in the direction, planning, and supervision of activities and implement programs toward attainment of the school vision.Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school research correlates) to facilitate the school improvement.Develop, maintain, utilize appropriate information and records necessary for attainment of the school's mission and overall school improvement efforts.Personnel Management
Use developmental supervision effective (and comprehensively) with all staff by systematically observing instruction, recording observations, and regularly conducting formative and summative evaluation conferences.Apply state/district appraisal system appropriately and ensure that evaluations clearly and accurately represent staff performance.Confer with staff regarding their professional growth; work jointly with them to develop and accomplish improvement goals, determine development needs and provide resources for implementing in-service and renewal programs.Clearly understand and define the principal's expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.Encourage personal and professional growth and leadership among the staff; recognize exemplary performance.Participate in the selection of staff for the school and assist in assigning personnel according to the instructional competencies and needs of the staff.Assume responsibility for monitoring the STMS and for securing substitutes as needed.Be readily available to teachers, students, and parents.Support the decisions and actions of central office, the principal, and other staff members.Assist in assuming responsibility for exercising all responsible and necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the school staff.Monitor and provide guidance for student teachers.Assign and monitor all teacher special duty assignmentsAssist in the selection, training and evaluation of paraprofessional employees.Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
Assist in compliance with district policies, state, and federal regulations.Assist in effective scheduling of the school facility for both school and non-school related activities (i.e. athletic events, academic contests, community/church groups, elections, etc.)Assist in managing all school facilities, effectively supervising custodial and security services to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe educational environment.Oversee the use, care, and replacement of equipment and exercise necessary precautions to safeguard materials, equipment, and supplies.Assist in developing the school budget; work within the guidelines set by the district to establish enrollment projections, justification of program needs, and staffing.Assist in preparation, development, and maintenance of fiscal records and reports in accordance with district policies and procedures.Function as the textbook coordinator and oversee all necessary inventories, surveys, and other related reports.Student/Management Relationships
Effectively conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning school and student issues, conveying both positive aspects of student behaviors as well as problem areas.Assist students through orientation meetings and individual guidance to make the transition from one grade level to the next.Investigate irregularities in student attendance and make the necessary follow-up.Attend and represent the school at conference/hearings with the designated Student Services representative(s).Encourage improved student behavior by assisting the students in analyzing their conduct and accepting responsibility/consequences for their actions.Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that consequences of misconduct are applied equitably to all students.Effectively develop and communicate to students, staff, and parents the school guidelines for proper student conduct, dress, and attendance.Demonstrate an understanding of the growth and development of children and youth, and be able to apply this knowledge in dealing with students on an individual and/or group basis.Work with faculty and staff to implement a student management system that results in a positive student behavior and enhances school climate.Professional Growth and Development
Use information provided through assessment instruments, the district appraisal process, and evaluative feedback from line supervisors to improve performance.Strive to improve leadership skills through self-initiated professional development activities (e.g., undertaking professional reading, attending conferences, participating in training programs).Utilize information gained in professional development programs for self-improvement.Disseminate ideas and information to other professionals; provide leadership in addressing the challenges facing the profession.Conduct oneself in a professional, ethical manner, in accordance with TEA Code of Ethics.School/Community Relations
Articulate the school's mission and campus plan to the community and solicit their support in achieving the goals of the campus.Demonstrate awareness of school/community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.Demonstrate the use of appropriate techniques for effective community and parent involvement.Emphasize and nurture two-way communication between the school and community.Project a positive image to the community.
Duty Days 202
Pay Grade Admin Professional 4