Principal, Asst High Sch 12M

POSITION SUMMARY

Assists the Principal in providing the overall leadership and is responsible for ensuring that student achievement is improved and other key HISD objectives met.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES

• Assists the Principal in developing and implementing plans to:
• Increase student achievement
• Increase attendance
• Increase graduation rates
• Strengthen instructional opportunities
• Provide a safe learning environment
• Provide student services
• Comply with federal, state, and local laws and Board policies and procedures and other school district initiatives.
• Assists the principal in communicating, collaborating, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders including:
• Teachers and staff

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES CONTINUED

• Students and parents
• Community and business partners
• Other members of the school and district community,
• Assists the principal in selecting and mentoring a high quality school staff.
• Assists the principal in teacher evaluation and development, student discipline management, supervision of extra-curricular activities and the preparation of required reporting.
   

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Possesses a moral and ethical compass.
• Demonstrates a heart and passion for leadership.
• Identifies quality people and inspires excellence in them.
• Shows strong self-esteem.
• Makes decisions for the benefit of the school and community it serves.
• Exhibits the flexibility and willingness to accept change.
• Possesses courage and persistence of one’s convictions.
• Balances a superb intellect with common sense.
   

Education

• Master's degree
• Valid Texas Principal certification.

Experience

• Three years exemplary teaching experience,
• Additional leadership experience on the campus or otherwise is essential.

Other Requirements

N/A