Master’s degree in Education Leadership, School Administration, or a related field Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificateCertified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills:
• Ability to analyze data and use it to inform decision-making and improve student achievement.
• Experience in school turnaround strategies and change management.
• Knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices, curriculum design, and student assessment.
• Ability to build and sustain a positive school culture and climate.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and sensitivity.

• High energy, resilience, and passion for making a difference in the lives of students.
• Commitment to equity and ensuring all students have access to a high-quality education.
• Strong commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.

• Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

• Two years experience as a classroom teacher
• Three years experience in instructional leadership roles preferably in a turnaround or high-needs school setting
• Three to five years experience as a campus principal

• Lead the turnaround efforts by setting a clear vision and strategic direction for school improvement.
• Develop and implement comprehensive school improvement plans based on data-driven assessments.
• Foster a culture of high expectations, accountability, and continuous improvement among students, staff, and stakeholders.

• Oversee the development and execution of curriculum and instruction strategies designed to meet the diverse needs of all students.
• Ensure high standards of academic performance and lead interventions to support struggling students.
• Utilize data to monitor student progress, identify achievement gaps, and implement corrective actions.
• Build a common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school's mission.
• Establish campus performance objectives for Academic Excellence Indicators using the campus planning process and involving site-based decision making committees. Demonstrate campus progress using results to promote school improvement.
• Provide opportunities for interactive communication with the superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.

• Lead and mentor teachers, providing coaching, professional development, and regular feedback to improve instructional practices.
• Promote a collaborative environment where teachers share best practices and work together to improve student outcomes.
• Evaluate teacher performance and ensure effective implementation of evidence-based teaching strategies.

• Establish a positive, safe, and inclusive school environment conducive to learning and personal growth.
• Implement systems for promoting student engagement, positive behavior, and attendance.
• Cultivate a strong sense of community and trust among students, staff, parents, and the broader community.

• Manage school operations, including budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Work closely with district leaders to ensure alignment with district goals and initiatives.
• Oversee the management of school facilities and ensure a safe and conducive learning environment.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, community organizations, and other stakeholders to support student success.
• Communicate effectively with families, providing regular updates on student progress and school activities.
• Encourage parent involvement in school initiatives, fostering a partnership between home and school.

• Monitor instructional processes to ensure that program activities are related to outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions where necessary.
• Provide instructional resources and materials needed to accomplish instructional goals.
• Establish clear expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.
• Solicit regular input from campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program. Include students and community representatives when appropriate.

• Act as campus behavior coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
• Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.

• Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.
• Develop and administer campus budgets based on documented program needs and estimated enrollment ensuring that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including accurate and timely reports of maximum attendance to requisition textbooks.
• Manage use of school facilities. Oversee maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.
• [Secondary Principals: Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs including management of multiple activity funds.]

• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Approve all personnel assigned to campus.
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff.
• Coach staff and help them identify and develop appropriate professional growth opportunities as well as accomplish improvement goals.
• Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional development activities.

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teachers, counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, administrative assistants, other office support staff, and custodians.