Location: Lockhart,TX, USA
The Lockhart ISD Mission
The mission of Lockhart Independent School District is to cultivate innovative learners and empower bold leaders who are prepared for a future yet to be imagined.
Lockhart's Leaders
Across Lockhart ISD, each of our leaders are guided by three core themesembodied in our leadership definition and their corresponding behaviors:
Having a Lockheart for People which is focused on developing one's relational capacity;
Unlocking Potential which is centered on the development and empowerment of both the self and others; and,
Being Lockedon Excellence which means that every person will have a relentless pursuit for results
Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage campus operations and instructional programs in collaboration with the campus shared leadership team.This role is designed to prepare experienced and effective assistant principals for day one readiness in the principalship.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master's degree
Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate
Advanced Education Leadership (AEL) certification, Instructional Leadership Training (ILT), or Instructional Leadership Development (ILD)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of campus operations
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, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Three years or more experience as a classroom teacher
Two years or more experience as an Assistant Principal
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Management
Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement where needed. (UP/LOE)
Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management. (LOE/UP)
Provide ongoing supervision and support to teachers, including conducting classroom observations, providing constructive feedback, and facilitating professional development opportunities. Ensure that instructional practices are data-driven, research-based, and focused on improving student outcomes.
Utilize student performance data to inform instructional practices, identify areas for improvement, and set measurable goals. Work with teachers to analyze data, develop action plans, and monitor progress to ensure continuous academic growth and achievement for all student
Set high expectations for student achievement and establish a culture of continuous improvement.
Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in the decision-making process. (L4P)
School/Organizational Improvement
Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school's mission. (LOE)
Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members. (LOE)
Develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators. (LOE)
Student Management
Oversee and support the responsibilities of the campus behavior coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations. (LOE)
Monitors the student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate. (LOE)
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. (L4P)
Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers. (L4P)
Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
Lead the planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules. (LOE)
Monitor campus attendance data to identify and address concerns. (L4P)
Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs. (LOE)
Create a system of monitoring and support for operational services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs. (UP)
Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools. (LOE)
Administer campus budgets based on documented program needs and estimated enrollment ensuring that operations and funds are managed wisely. (LOE)
Personnel Management
Coach staff and help them identify and develop appropriate growth opportunities as well as accomplish improvement goals. (UP)
Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences as needed for designated teacher appraisal system. (UP)
Select, train, supervise and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline and dismissal. (UP)
Work with campus level planning and decision making committees to plan professional development activities. (UP)
Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff. (UP)
School/Community Relations
Articulate the school's mission to community and solicit its support in realizing the mission. (L4P)
Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement. (L4P)
Other
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. (L4P)
Other Duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the executive principal. Direct the work of assistant principals, teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals. Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing,/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.