Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal

Date Posted: 3/7/2025

Location: To Be Determined

Date Available: 07/07/2025

Brenham Independent School District - Job Description

Job Title/Position:

Assistant Principal

Department/School:

Various Campuses

Pay Information:

Professional Compensation Plan Days: 217

Supervised By:

Campus Principal

FLSA:

Exempt

Date Revised:

December 2021

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage assigned areas of instructional program and campus operations. Oversee assigned student activities and services.

Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification):

Masters degree in Educational Administration; Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate; certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser; three (3) years experience as a classroom teacher

Major Responsibilities:

Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate; participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement when needed; reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management; foster collegiality and team-building among staff members; and encourage active involvement in the decision-making process.

Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of schools mission; participate in the development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members; and help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on-campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.

Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate; ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook; conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers; and ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.

Oversee campus operations in principals absence; take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules; oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues; work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs; requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures; coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs; and comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.

Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences; serve as a second appraiser as needed for designated teacher appraisal system; and assist the principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.

Articulate the schools mission to the community; solicit support in realizing the mission and vision; demonstrate awareness of school-community needs, and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Working knowledge of campus operations

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, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.

Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands):

Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions; must be able to lift and/or carry at least 30 lbs; may work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside; exposure to noise; occasional district-wide travel; frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required. The district shall not fail or refuse to hire or discharge any individual, or otherwise discriminate against any individual with respect to compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of the individuals race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Nor shall the district limit, segregate, or classify its employees or applicants for employment in any way that would deprive or tend to deprive an individual of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status as an employee because of the individuals race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

BRENHAM ISD

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