Legacy High School Principal

Argyle

Independent

School

District

__ Job

Title:

Principal

Exemption

Status/Test:

Exempt/Admin

Reports

to:

Superintendent

Pay

Grade:

AP8

Dept./School:

Assigned

Campus

Duty

Days:

226

__ PRIMARY PURPOSE Provide visible, student-centered leadership that fosters a positive school culture in which students and staff feel known, supported,

challenged,

and

connected.

Direct

and

manage

the

overall

operations

of

the

campus

while

establishing

high

expectations

for

student

achievement,

staff

performance,

and

school

culture.

Lead the campus instructional program to ensure high standards of teaching and learning and improved student outcomes. Recruit,

hire,

develop,

and

retain

excellent

staff

who

are

committed

to

students

and

to

the

district's

mission,

vision,

and

values.

Build

meaningful

traditions,

relationships,

and

a

strong

school

identity

that

create

a

sense

of

pride

and

belonging

among

students,

staff,

families,

and

the

community.

Serve as a visible, approachable, and engaged leader who is present throughout the campus and at student activities and events.

Serve

as

a

supportive

conduit

between

the

district's

central

administration

and

the

campus

community

to

ensure

continuity

and

alignment

with

the

district's

direction,

vision,

mission,

and

goals.

QUALIFICATIONS Education/Certification:

Master's

degree

from

an

accredited

university

Texas

principal

or

other

appropriate

Texas

certificate

Certified

Texas

Teacher

Evaluation

and

Support

System

(T-TESS)

appraiser

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Working

knowledge

of

curriculum

and

instruction

Ability

to

evaluate

instructional

programs

and

teaching

effectiveness

Demonstrated

ability

to

build

and

sustain

a

positive,

student-centered

school

culture

Ability

to

recruit,

select,

develop,

support,

and

retain

high-quality

staff

Ability

to

develop

leadership

capacity

in

others

through

coaching,

feedback,

and

professional

growth

Ability

to

establish

meaningful

school

traditions

and

build

a

strong

sense

of

campus

identity,

pride,

and

belonging

Ability

to

build

positive

relationships

and

trust

with

students,

staff,

parents,

and

the

community

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Ability

to

be

a

visible,

accessible,

and

approachable

leader

Ability

to

manage

budget

and

personnel

Ability

to

implement

policy

and

procedures

Ability

to

build

master

schedules

for

maximum

staffing

efficiency

Ability

to

interpret

data

and

use

it

to

inform

instruction

and

improve

student

outcomes

Excellent

organizational,

communication,

public

relations,

and

interpersonal

skills

Experience:

Two

years

of

experience

as

a

classroom

teacher

Three

years

of

experience

in

instructional

leadership

roles

Three

years

of

experience

in

campus

administration

roles

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Instructional Leadership

1. Provide student-centered instructional leadership focused on high expectations, academic growth, student engagement, and

achievement.

2. Monitor instructional processes to ensure that program activities are aligned with desired student outcomes and use findings

to

make

appropriate

adjustments.

3. Provide instructional resources, materials, professional learning, and support needed to accomplish instructional goals.
4. Establish clear expectations for staff performance related to instructional practices, classroom management, student relationships,

professional

responsibilities,

and

communication

with

families

and

the

community.

5. Maintain a visible presence in classrooms and throughout the campus to understand the daily experiences of students and

staff

and

provide

meaningful

feedback

and

support.

6. Foster collaboration, collegiality, and team building among staff members and encourage meaningful involvement in campus

decision-making.

7. Solicit regular input from campus-level committees regarding the planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus

educational

programs.

Include

students,

parents,

and

community

representatives

when

appropriate.

School Culture and Continuous Improvement

8. Build and sustain a positive, student-centered culture characterized by high expectations, strong relationships, trust, respect,

collaboration,

and

a

sense

of

belonging.

9. Build a shared vision for school improvement with staff and lead the planning and implementation necessary to accomplish

the

school's

mission

and

district

goals.

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10. Establish campus performance objectives using the campus planning process and site-based decision-making committees.

Monitor

progress

and

use

results

to

promote

continuous

improvement.

11. Develop and strengthen traditions, celebrations, programs, and experiences that create a distinct and positive school identity

and

promote

pride

among

students,

staff,

families,

and

the

community.

12. Intentionally recognize and celebrate student and staff accomplishments and contributions to the school community.

13. Seek and respond to student voice when making decisions that affect the student experience and overall campus culture.

14. Provide opportunities for open and interactive communication with the superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.

Student Management and Engagement

15. Keep students at the center of campus decisions and create an environment in which students feel safe, supported, connected,

and

valued.

16. Act as campus behavior coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.
17. Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that promotes positive student behavior,

accountability,

strong

relationships,

and

a

positive

school

climate.

18. Ensure that school rules are consistently applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with

the

Student

Code

of

Conduct

and

student

handbook.

19. Conduct conferences regarding student and school issues with parents, students, and staff.
20. Be highly visible and accessible to students during the school day and at campus programs, activities, extracurricular events,

and

other

opportunities

that

strengthen

relationships

and

school

pride.

21. Develop meaningful relationships with students and create opportunities to understand their experiences, interests, successes,

and

concerns.

Management of Fiscal, Administrative, and Facilities Functions

22. Comply with district policies and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
23. Develop and administer the campus budget based on documented program needs and estimated enrollment, ensuring operations

are

cost-effective

and

funds

are

managed

responsibly.

24. Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and documents accurately and in a timely manner.

25. Manage the use of school facilities and oversee maintenance to ensure a clean, orderly, welcoming, and safe campus environment.

26. Establish efficient campus systems, procedures, and expectations that support students and staff and maximize time devoted

to

teaching

and

learning.

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Personnel Leadership and Development

27. Recruit, select, hire, develop, support, and retain excellent staff members who demonstrate a commitment to students, collaboration,

continuous

improvement,

and

the

district's

mission

and

values.

28. Build a high-performing staff by establishing clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback and support, recognizing excellence,

and

addressing

performance

concerns

in

a

timely

and

appropriate

manner.

29. Supervise and evaluate staff and make recommendations regarding assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Approve

all

personnel

assigned

to

the

campus.

30. Observe employee performance, document observations, and conduct meaningful evaluation and feedback conferences

with

staff.

31. Coach and develop staff members by identifying individual strengths, leadership potential, and professional growth opportunities.

32. Create opportunities for teachers and staff to assume leadership responsibilities and intentionally develop future campus

and

district

leaders.

33. Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional development activities aligned with

student,

staff,

and

campus

needs.

34. Foster a professional culture in which employees feel valued, supported, accountable, and connected to the mission and

success

of

the

school.

School and Community Relations

35. Serve as a visible, approachable, accessible, and engaged leader for students, staff, parents, and community members.
36. Articulate the school's mission, vision, values, accomplishments, and priorities to the community and solicit support in achieving

campus

goals.

37. Build positive, trusting relationships with students, staff, families, and community members through consistent communication,

accessibility,

visibility,

and

follow-through.

38. Demonstrate awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to address those needs using effective strategies

to

encourage

parent

and

community

involvement.

39. Promote and communicate the accomplishments of students and staff and intentionally build enthusiasm, pride, and a positive

identity

for

the

school.

40. Attend and actively support academic, fine arts, athletic, extracurricular, and community events as appropriate to maintain

visibility

and

strengthen

relationships

with

students,

staff,

families,

and

the

community.

Other

41. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
42. Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

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Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise,

evaluate,

and

recommend

the

hiring

and

dismissal

of

staff

assigned

to

the

campus,

including

assistant

principal(s),

teachers,

counselor(s),

librarian(s),

instructional

aides,

administrative

assistants,

other

office

support

staff,

and

custodians.

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including a 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 a 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 with exposure to sun, heat, cold, inclement weather,

and

noise;

occasional

districtwide

and

statewide

travel.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress. All employees are expected to follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position and is not an exhaustive list of all

responsibilities,

duties,

or

skills

that

may

be

required.

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