Elementary School Assistant Principal

1 Elementary Assistant Principal Job Description FORT SAM HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Elementary Assistant Principal Reports to: Principal Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Executive* Dept./School: Fort Sam Houston Elementary Number of Days Employed: 210 Date Revised: September 4, 2026 Pay Grade: AP-4

Primary Purpose:

Assist the school principal in overall administration of instructional program and campus level operations. Coordinate assigned student activities and services.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Master's degree Texas Mid-management or other appropriate Texas certificate Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support Systems (TTESS) appraiser, required Valid Texas teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills: Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction Understanding of special programs and ability to support such programs Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Thorough understanding of school operations Strong organizational, communication, public relations and interpersonal skills Ability to coordinate campus support operations

Experience: Minimum three years teaching experience at the Elementary level, preferred Campus administrative experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management

1. Participate in development and evaluation of educational programs.

2. Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate.

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3. Monitor instructional processes to ensure that program activities are related to outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions where necessary.

4. Establish clear expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.

5. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.

School/Organizational Climate

6. Support a common vision for school improvement with staff.

7. Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.

8. Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.

9. Communicate effectively with students and staff.

School or Organizational Improvement

10. Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.

11. Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain and records to track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.

Personnel Management

12. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as an appraiser for designated teacher appraisal system.

13. Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.

14. Coach staff and help them identify and develop appropriate professional growth opportunities as well as accomplish improvement goals.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

15. Supervise operations in principal's absence.

16. Plan daily school activities through the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.

17. Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with attendance clerk on follow-up investigations. 3 Elementary Assistant Principal Job Description

18. Work with Grade Level Leads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.

19. Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory; maintain records; and verify receipts for materials.

20. Assist with safety inspections and safety drill practice activities.

21. Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support services.

22. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.

Student Management

23. Ensure that students are adequately supervised during noninstructional periods.

24. Help to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior.

25. Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

26. Conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.

Professional Growth and Development

27. Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment.

28. Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serve as a role model for all campus staff.

School/Community Relations

29. Articulate the school's mission to community and solicit its support in realizing mission.

30. Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.

31. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

32. Provide support with game duties as needed by the district Athletics Department.

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33. Follow established district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

34. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

35. Maintain confidentiality of information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with school principal. Supervise teachers, paraprofessionals and 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) Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide, statewide, and nationwide travel. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Other: Alternative Methods of Performing Duties

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.

• To meet the executive exemption test, the primary duty must be management and the employee must supervise at least two full-time employees.

Approved by: Date: Campus Administrator

Reviewed by: Date: Employee

Received by: Date: Human Resources