Assistant Principal of Charter School

General Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Educational Administration or a related field. Texas principal or assistant principal certification. A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher or related experience. Demonstrated leadership experience preferred. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

Assists the Principal of the Sam Houston State University Charter School with directing and leading the instructional program. Supervises operations and personnel including evaluation of curriculum, personnel, and professional development in order to ensure student and teacher success for the Charter School.

Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only):

• Assists the Principal in planning, implementing, and evaluating the campus instructional program and operational processes.
• Supports the development and monitoring of campus improvement goals and student performance outcomes.
• Provides instructional support to teachers through coaching, modeling, and coordination of instructional resources.
• Assists in fostering a collaborative, team-oriented environment and encourages staff engagement in decision-making processes.
• Supports communication efforts with the Principal, staff, students, parents, and community stakeholders to promote transparency and alignment with campus goals.
• Reinforces high expectations for student performance and staff effectiveness and recognizes achievements.
• Assists in the implementation and enforcement of the student discipline management system to promote a safe and positive learning environment.
• Conducts conferences with students, parents, and staff regarding academic and behavioral concerns.
• Participates in the recruitment, selection, onboarding, and support of campus staff.
• Assists in the evaluation of teacher and staff performance and supports professional growth and development initiatives.
• Supports compliance with state, federal, and university policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Assists with maintaining accurate records, reports, and documentation related to campus operations.
• Assists in budget monitoring and resource allocation to ensure alignment with campus priorities.
• Supports the coordination and implementation of professional development activities.
• Promotes a positive school climate by modeling professional, ethical, and responsible behavior.
• Engages with the community to support the school's mission and encourages parent and community involvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.