Job Description
Assists the Principal in providing the overall leadership and is responsible for ensuring that student achievement is improved and other key HISD objectives met.
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- Possesses a moral and ethical compass.
- Demonstrates a heart and passion for leadership.
- Identifies quality people and inspires excellence in them.
- Shows strong self-esteem.
- Makes decisions for the benefit of the school and community it serves.
- Exhibits the flexibility and willingness to accept change.
- Possesses courage and persistence of one's convictions.
- Balances a superb intellect with common sense.
- Assists the Principal in developing and implementing plans to: Increase student achievement; Increase attendance; Increase graduation rates; Strengthen instructional opportunities; Provide a safe learning environment; Provide student services; Comply with federal, state, and local laws and Board policies and procedures and other school district initiatives.
- Assists the principal in communicating, collaborating, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders including: Teachers and staff; Students and parents; Community and business partners; Other members of the school and district community,
- Assists the principal in selecting and mentoring a high quality school staff.
- Assists the principal in teacher evaluation and development, student discipline management, supervision of extra-curricular activities and the preparation of required reporting.
Job Qualifications
EDUCATION
Master's degree Valid Texas Principal certification.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Three years exemplary teaching experience, Additional leadership experience on the campus or otherwise is essential.
TYPE OF SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Software Certifications/Licensure Equipment
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages a department or multiple major disciplines, often through subordinate management. Regularly manages staff in the completion of large-scale projects or a very closely related set of projects/initiatives often spanning multiple disciplines. Receives strategies and broad departmental objectives from senior leadership; establishes operational objectives and work plans; delegates assignments to subordinate management and staff. Allocates resources according to priorities and serves as the primary decision maker regarding hiring, performance and budget.
WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT
Work is non-standardized and widely varied, involving many complex and significant variables including significant time spent planning, evaluating complex solutions and issues, and negotiating outcomes. Strong analytic ability and inductive thinking are frequently required to devise new approaches to situations where previously accepted solutions have proven inadequate. Position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the division. Supervision received typically consists of providing periodic coaching, advice and feedback.
BUDGET AUTHORITY
Participates in a group plan and/or budget development.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Decisions are made with greater freedom and discretion, including recommendations that are subject to approval on matters that may affect multiple departments across HISD. Job is frequently expected to recommend new solutions to problems, to improve existing methods/procedures/services and generate new ideas. May also review decisions made by other individuals on more routine matters.
IMPACT OF DECISIONS
Decisions have considerable impact to multiple divisions or the district causing risks or improvements to relationships, significant efficiencies or delays in operations, and/or significant financial gains or expenses. Errors are serious and difficult to discover, normally involve decisions not subject to detailed review and will result in excessive costs and/or significant project delays.
COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS
Negotiate and influence - interprets department strategies and services, resolves conflicts, influences outcomes on matters of significance for the division, conducts final negotiations and coordinates approvals/decision making below the executive level. Interactions are typically with customers and Top Management.
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS
Regularly assesses and diffuses complex, and escalated customer issues. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for solving systemic customer service problems. Regularly explores alternative and creative solutions to meeting the needs of the customer within HISD's policies and guidelines.
WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment that does not subject the employee to hazardous or unpleasant elements. This position requires a valid Texas driver’s license with applicable insurance coverage and the use of standard office equipment, including a personal computer and peripherals. Physical requirements include prolonged sitting; occasional bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, twisting, reaching, and light lifting or carrying of less than 15 pounds; and repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboard and mouse use. The role may require prolonged or irregular hours, including some weekends, as well as frequent districtwide travel. Mental demands include working in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions while maintaining emotional control under stress.
Skills Required
- Master's degree
- Valid Texas Principal certification
- Three years of exemplary teaching experience
- Additional leadership experience on the campus or otherwise
- Valid Texas driver's license with applicable insurance coverage
What We Do
Houston Independent School District (HISD) is a public school district serving students from prekindergarten through grade 12 in Houston, Texas. As the largest public school system in Texas, it provides comprehensive K–12 education and works to prepare students for life beyond the classroom. Its mission emphasizes high-quality, student-centered education, critical thinking, leadership, community participation, and equitable opportunities for success.
