Principal-Copperas Cove High School

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Copperas Cove High School Principal

JOB POSTING

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

PAY GRADE: AP9

DEPT./SCHOOL: High School

Residency Requirement

District residency is required.

Primary Purpose

Direct and manage the instructional program and supervise operations at the high school level.

Provide instructional leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service. Direct the

implementation of district policies and instructional programs and manage the operation of all

campus activities.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Master's degree in educational administration

Texas midmanagement or other appropriate Texas certificate

Certified instructional supervisor and appraiser in Professional Development Appraisal System

Special Knowledge/Skills

Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience

Three years experience as a classroom teacher

Five years experience in instructional leadership roles

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Instructional Management

• Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related
  
  

to program outcomes and use these findings for corrective action and improvement.

• Regularly consult with the campus-level committee in the planning, operation, supervision,
  
  

and evaluation of the campus instructional program; include students and community

representatives when appropriate.

School or Organization Morale

• Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing
  
  

instructional goals.

• Foster collegiality and team building among staff; encourage their active involvement in the
  
  

decision making process.

• Provide for two-way communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and
  
  

community.

• Communicate and promote high performance expectations for staff and students; recognize
  
  

excellence and achievement.

• Facilitate effective and timely resolution of conflicts.
  
  

School or Organization Improvement

• Build a common vision with staff for school improvement; direct planning activities and put
  
  

programs in place with staff to ensure attainment of school's mission.

• Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school correlates) to facilitate
  
  

school improvement.

• Develop and set annual campus performance objectives for each of the academic excellence
  
  

indicators utilizing the campus planning process and site-based decision making committee.

• Develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary for attainment of
  
  

campus performance objectives addressing each academic excellence indicator.

Personnel Management

• Interview, select, and orient new staff and approve all personnel assigned to the campus.
• Define expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom
  
  

management, and communication with the public.

• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences
  
  

with all staff.

• Assign and promote all personnel assigned to the campus.
• Make recommendations to the superintendent on the termination, suspension, or nonrenewal
  
  

of employees assigned to the campus.

• Work with the campus-level planning and decision making committee to plan staff
  
  

development activities.

• Confer with subordinates regarding their professional growth; work with them to develop and
  
  

accomplish improvement goals.

Management of Administrative, Fiscal, and Facilities Functions

• Comply with district policies as well as state and federal laws and regulations affecting
  
  

schools.

• Develop campus budgets based on documented program needs, estimated enrollment,
  
  

personnel, and other fiscal needs; implement programs within budget limits; maintain fiscal

control; accurately report fiscal information.

• Compile, maintain and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other
  
  

documents required including accurate and timely reporting of maximum attendance for the

purpose of textbook requisitions.

• Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs including management of
  
  

multiple activity funds.

• Manage the use of school facilities; supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean,
  
  

orderly, and safe campus.

Student Management

• With faculty and students, develop a student-management system that results in positive
  
  

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student behavior and enhances the school climate.

• Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate
  
  

and equitable in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and the Student Handbook.

• Conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning school and student
  
  

issues.

Professional Growth and Development

• Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible; serve as a role model
  
  

for all campus staff.

School or Community Relations

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

mission.

• Demonstrate awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to meet those
  
  

needs.

• Use appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate the performance of alternative school principal, associate principal,

assistant principals, visiting teacher, teachers, counselors, librarians, instructional aides, clerical

support staff, and custodians.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data;

coordinate diverse campus functions; and maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Occasional district and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.