Principal - Leadership Academy Network

Openings as of 3/5/2025. Principal - Leadership Academy Network JobID: 6841 Date Posted: 2/19/2025 Closing Date: 03/05/2025 Position Type: Leading-Campus Administrators/ Principal Location: To Be Determined Job Title: Principal - Leadership Academy Network Elementary School Middle School Reports to: Executive Director - Elementary/Secondary School LeadershipFLSA Status: ExemptPay Grade: 308 for Middle School Principal, 307 for Elementary School PrincipalDuty Days: 239 or 219, with respective salary ranges.Position Purpose Directs and manages overall campus operations such that all students regardless of socioeconomic factors are prepared for accelerated learning to compete in a global economy. Responsible for leadership of the campus instructional program ensuring high standards of instruction and student achievement, compliance with district policies, application of instructional programs, and effective operation of all campus activities.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Instructional Leadership (Instructional Learner & Leader) Implements state and District curricula and assessments aligned with state standards, including college and career readiness standards. Monitors and ensures high-quality instruction practices among teachers and staff that improve student performance. Monitors multiple forms of student data to inform instruction and intervention decisions to maximize student achievement. Ensures that effective instruction maximizes growth of individual students and student groups, supports equity, and eliminates the achievement gap. Human Capital Recruits, selects, places, mentors, and retains diverse and highly effective teachers and staff. Coaches and develops teachers and staff, by giving individual feedback and aligned professional development opportunities. Implements collaborative structures, and provides leadership opportunities for effective teachers and staff. Provides clear expectations of performance, and conducts rigorous evaluations of all staff using multiple data sources. Executive Leadership (Strategic Leader) Solutions-oriented, treats challenges as opportunities, and supports the school and community through continuous improvement. Proactively seeks and acts on feedback, reflects on personal growth areas, seeks development opportunities, and changes practice in ways that improves student outcomes. Communicates with all audiences and develops productive relationships. Adheres to the Code of Ethics and Standards Practices for Texas Educators in such a way that it demonstrates a moral imperative to educate all children. School Culture (Visionary Leader) Develops, implements, and sustains a shared vision of high expectations for all students and staff. Establishes, reinforces, and monitors clear expectations for adult, staff, and student conduct, including social and emotional supports. Engages families and community members in meaningful student learning experiences. Creates a safe school environment that ensures the social, emotional, and physical well-being of staff and students. Applies a variety of student discipline techniques to meet the behavioral and academic needs of individual students. Strategic Operations (Results Oriented) Outlines and tracks clear goals, targets, and strategies aligned to a school vision that continuously improves teacher effectiveness and student outcomes. Implements daily schedules and a yearlong plan for regular data-driven instruction cycles, gives student access to diverse and rigorous instructional programs, and builds in time for professional development. Aligns resources with the needs of the school, and effectively monitors the impact of these resources on school goals. Collaborates with District staff to implement District policies, and advocates for the needs of District students and staff. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises and evaluates the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians. Personal Work Relationships All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals. Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic. Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer. Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and performs as a team player. Other Duties as Assigned Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation, and staff supervision. Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy. Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. Knowledge of elementary and/or secondary school curriculum and concepts. Knowledge of federal and state guidelines and District policies and procedures regarding all students' services and programs. Knowledge and understanding of literacy instruction. Skill in judgment and creativity in decision-making. Ability to consider academic, social, and emotional needs of students in making decisions about academic settings. Ability to differentiate instructional support for experienced and new teachers. Ability to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan. Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. Ability to organize multiple tasks and implement effective time management techniques. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance, and professional growth. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Travel Requirements Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office and classroom equipment, including Promethean Board, computer and peripherals. Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). Environment: Works in an office setting; works irregular and/or prolonged hours; works inside and outside. Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions. Minimum Required Qualifications Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Education or a directly related field required; Degree in School Administration preferred. Certification/License: Valid Texas Mid-Management or Principal Certification required; T-TESS and T-PESS Certification required. Experience: 2 years' successful administrative experience required; Experience in inner-city schools with diverse populations preferred. Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred in some settings. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-03-06