About this role
Location: Franklin Elementary School
Department: Franklin ES
Area:Central
Contract Months:12
Hourly Rate: $$80,000.00
POSITION SUMMARY
As the Assistant Principal of a New Education System (NES) School, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of education by assisting the Principal in leading a team of educators and driving academic excellence. This role combines visionary leadership, instructional expertise, and effective management skills to create an innovative learning environment that meets the needs of students in the 21st century. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the school's operations, fostering a positive culture, and ensuring the implementation of the New Education System's principles.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES
- 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.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES CONTINUED
- 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.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
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
Education
- Master’s degree requirement.
- Valid Texas Principal certification.
Experience
- Three years exemplary teaching experience,
- Additional leadership experience on the campus or otherwise is essential.
Other Requirements
Assists the principal in communicating, collaborating, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders including:
- Teachers and staff
- 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.
Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Other facts
About Houston Independent School District
The Houston Independent School District is the largest public school system in Texas and the eighth largest in the United States. Its schools are dedicated to giving every student the best possible education through an intensive core curriculum and specialized, challenging instructional and career programs. HISD is empowers students to become critical thinkers, visionary leaders, and active contributors in their community, fostering a pathway to success for limitless opportunities in a competitive global landscape.
What you'll do
- The Assistant Principal will assist the Principal in leading a team of educators and driving academic excellence. Responsibilities include overseeing school operations, fostering a positive culture, and ensuring the implementation of educational principles.
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