TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of position: 215 contract days per year in accordance with school calendar

Salary: Depends on education and experience

Hours: Full-Time

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Middle School Principal, the assistant principal assists in the management and supervision of the educational process in the department, assists in the selection, training and supervision of certified and classified staff, assists in the preparation and administration of the department staff to ensure alignment with student learning goals. Supports the department staff in achieving the mission to increase student achievement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists Principal with leading teachers and staff in developing and supporting a school climate of respect and appreciation for all students, staff and parents and a school culture aligned with the vision, mission and values of the School.
• Ensures management of student behaviors and disciplinary issues are addressed individually in accordance with the School’s policies and procedures and with dignity and respect for all students.
• Assists the Principal with managing the ARD/IEP process including facilitating meetings, training teachers and staff, collaborating with parents/guardians, and complying with federal and state laws/administrative rules and School policies.
• Collaborates with school leadership staff on the development and implementation of the District Improvement Plan and the TSD Strategic Plan.
• Assists the Principal with planning and providing professional development for teachers and staff.
• Works with teachers to improve their teaching practice through coaching, professional development, modeling, and collaborative planning.
• Assists with monitoring the progress of all students and facilitates academic intervention plans with the instructional leadership team.
• Ensures learning environment and classroom instruction maximizes student learning.
• Keeps abreast of successful instructional methodologies and practices, implements data-driven instructional practices and leads discussions about student performance.
• Assists with recruiting, selecting, and hiring school staff, including teachers and department-based support staff.
• Collaborates with personnel from the Division of Student Support Services to coordinate and implement programs and services that meet the needs of the students being served.
• Monitors and evaluates data for MTSS and makes adjustments as needed
• Ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Assists with the administration of the departmental budget.

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master’s degree in deaf education
2. Administrative certification required by the State of Texas (i.e., Assistant Principal or Principal) or in the process of becoming certified
3. Three years of successful professional teaching experience
4. Sign Language: At hire, the applicant must have sign language skills equivalent to a Signed Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI) level of ADVANCED. When applying, the applicant must submit documentation that the applicant believes substantiates that the applicant has achieved the proficiency level required at hire.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience with review of assessment data, preparation of ARD paperwork and demonstrated leadership with department committee
2. Previous experience in an administrative role 
3. Proficient sign communications skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Attributes

1. Instructional Knowledge— knowledge of content; instructional methodologies, classroom management
2. Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
3. Effective Communication—the individual must be able to appropriately communicate with colleagues, students, parents, families, administrators, supervisors, and the public.
4. Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action plans.
5. Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
6. Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
7. Safety and security—the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly. 
8. Interpersonal Skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

SUPERVISOR

Middle School Principal

MILITARY OCCUPATION SPECIALTY (MOS) CODE

None equivalent

  It is the Texas School for the Deaf’s (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.