DeSoto ISD Job Description OUR VISION OUR MISSION OUR VALUES To inspire curiosity and consciousness, develop character, build courage, and nurture compassion To ensure students, without exception, learn and grow at their highest levels Every Student We hold an unwavering belief that every student can achieve success and our students' best interests drive our decisions, actions and behaviors. Unconditional Belonging Together, we are responsible for cultivating a community where everyone feels they belong and are respected, cared for and safe. Courageous Learning We seek growth, challenge and innovation and embrace risk-taking as a necessary part of every person's learning journey. Relentless Equity Each person has access to the resourc es and opportunities that meet their individual needs in a way that allows them to leverage their greatest strengths. Collective Excellence We foster integrity, accountability and hold high expectations of ourselves as we support each other and collaborat e towards our vision. Community Greatness We are grounded in our connection, pride and partnerships with our communities. Through our collective strength, we support people to do and be their best. Job Title: Assistant Principal Contract Days: 207 Reports to: Campus Principal Pay Grade: Administrative/Professional 02 Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Funding Source: Local Revision Date: March 2021 Primary Purpose: The assistant principal will have the primary responsibility of supporting the campus principal in establishing an active learning center with a focus on student engagement, professional support for teachers, and instructional practices that lead to dramatic academic progress, and measurable results. Qualifications: Education/Certification: • Master's degree in educational administration • Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate Experience: • Three to five years' experience as a successful classroom teacher • Instructional leadership experience highly preferred Special Knowledge/Skills: • Exhibits knowledge about curriculum systems and framework • Participates in establishing and supporting a clear vision for campus • Manages time well and is organized • Assist in developing and implementing professional development • Assist in promoting quality /effective instruction • Implement and support systems to collect and assess data and to drive interventions • Foster collaboration • Practice effective communication skills • Support a high performing learning culture and climate • Enhance community and parental involvement • Understand local, state, and federal accountability requirements • Implement and support the effective school -wide plan The assistant principal will work in tandem with the campus principal to fulfill the following major responsibilities and du ties: Strong School Leadership & Planning 1. Demonstrates personal and professional standards and conduct that enhance the image of the school and the educational profession 2. Develops shared vision of rigor and high expectations for all students 3. Ensures vision and mission drive school decisions 4. Confronts low expectations and develops solutions utilizing a growth mindset 5. Utilizes current technologies to communicate and support campus leadership teams 6. Demonstrates an understanding of the change process 7. Dedicated to strengthening personal professional growth through seeking and attending learning and collaboration opportunities that continuously model a commitment to excellence. 8. Develop professional learning networks within schools, as well as local, regional, national and international communities Effective Instruction 1. Utilizes the PLC process to drive data informed decisions, analyze data, determine the root cause for mastery and non -mastery, and implement plans for reteach and assessment 2. Create s, develops and sustains relationships that result in active student engagement in the learning process 3. Designs instructional systems and protocols to develop, coach, and monitor leadership teams 4. Leads and engages staff in shared vision for effective te aching and learning by implementing a standards -based curriculum, relevant to student needs and interests, research -based effective practice, academic rigor, and high expectations for student learning in every classroom 5. Ensures the development of high -quality lessons plans through the implementation of a submission, feedback, and revision process Effective, Well Supported Staff 1. Implements ongoing and proactive recruitment strategies that include a variety of sources for high -quality candidates 2. Establishes clear selection criteria, protocols, hiring and induction processes are aligned with the district's vision, mission, values, and goals 3. Develops targeted and personalized strategies to support and retain staff, particularly high -performing staff 4. Understands that teacher placements are strategic based on student need and teacher strengths 5. Relentless in building teacher capacity through observation and feedback cycles 6. Conducts crucial conversations based on student performance data for purp ose of enhancing student learning 7. Ensures professional learning for teachers that enhance student learning Positive School Culture 1. Builds a culture of high aspirations and achievement for every student 2. Utilizes meaningful feedback of students, st aff, families, and community in the evaluation of school programs and policies 3. Proactively engages families and communities in support of student learning goals 4. Requires staff and students to demonstrate consistent values and positive behaviors aligned to the school's vision and mission 5. Leads a school culture and environment that successfully develops the full range of students' learning capacities - academic, creative, social -emotional, cultural, behavioral, and physical 6. Builds an environment that considers all aspects of wellness: physical, nutrition, health, safety, decisions, mental and physical well -being. High Quality Curriculum 1. Ensures fidelity of implementation with state and district curricula and assessments 2. Ensures time for corrective instruction is built into the teaching and learning cycle 3. Facilitates access to instructional resources and professional development 4. Creates and implements content -focused professional development Supervisory Responsibilities: Campus assigned personnel Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors : Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and wr itten). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision -making. Frequent in -district and occasional in -state or national travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoi ng efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DeSoto ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job quali fications, experience, and abilities. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Approved by Date Reviewed by Date