Kaufman Independent School Dst · 2 months ago
Principal- Internal Applicants only
Kaufman, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expKaufman Independent School District is seeking an Elementary Principal to lead and manage overall campus operations. The role involves ensuring high standards of instruction and student achievement while complying with district policies and effectively managing all campus activities.
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Responsibilities
Leader of campus instruction and culture
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
Build a common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and implement programs to ensure attainment of school’s mission
Establish campus performance objectives for Academic Excellence Indicators using the campus planning process and involving site-based decision making committee. Demonstrate campus progress using results to promote school improvement
Provide opportunities for interactive communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community
Act as campus behavioral 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 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
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
Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission
Demonstrate awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Master's degree from accredited university
Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate
Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser
Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
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
Preferred
Doctoral degree from accredited university
Two years as Assistant Principal
Company
Kaufman Independent School Dst
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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