Cedar Hill ISD - Principal Elementary Pool

Job Details

Region: 10
School District/Employer: Cedar Hill ISD
District Category/Employer: Campus,
Position: Principal,
Assignment Level: Level
  • Elementary
Job Title: Principal Elementary Pool
School: Cedar Hill ISD
Campus Description:
Date Posted: 4/16/2024
Deadline: 2024-06-15
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Instructional Management

● Develop and monitor innovative instructional processes to ensure that program activities are

related to outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions where necessary.

● Provide instructional resources and materials needed to accomplish instructional goals.

● Establish clear expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies,

classroom management, and communication with the public.

● Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in

decision-making process.

● Solicit regular input from campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and

evaluation of campus education program. Include students and community representatives when

appropriate.

School or Organization Improvement

● Develop a vision and mission for the school based on the District’s vision for the campus.

● Build a common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and implement

programs to ensure attainment of school’s mission.

● Establish campus performance objectives for Academic Excellence Indicators using the campus

planning process and involving site-based decision making committee. Demonstrate campus

progress using results to promote school improvement.

● Provide opportunities for interactive communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents,

and community.

Student Management

● Recruit, interview and select students based on District established criteria.

● 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.

Management of Fiscal, Administrative, and Facilities Functions

● Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.

● Develop and administer campus budgets based on documented program needs and estimated

enrollment ensuring that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.

● Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including accurate

and timely reports of maximum attendance to requisition textbooks.

● Manage use of school facilities. Oversee maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and

safe campus.

Personnel Management

● Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment,

retention, discipline, and dismissal. Approve all personnel assigned to campus.

● Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with

staff.

● Coach staff and help them identify and develop appropriate professional growth opportunities as

well as accomplish improvement goals.

● Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional

development activities.

School or Community Relations

● Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.

● Demonstrate awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to meet those

needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent

involvement.

Supervisory Responsibilities

● Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of staff assigned to campus including

assistant principal(s), teachers, counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff,

and custodians.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

● Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and

peripherals.

● Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing,/pulling, and

twisting.

● Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.

● Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).

● Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun,

heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional district-wide and statewide

travel.

● Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.
Qualifications: Education/Certification

Master’s degree in educational administration

Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate

Certified T-TESS appraiser



Special Knowledge/Skills

Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction

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
Salary Range: $85,986 - $109,396
Benefits:
How To Apply: https://finance.chisd.net/scripts/wsisa.dll/WService=wsFin/rappljoblst484.w

Contact Person:

Name: Judith Aguilar
Email: judith.aguilar@chisd.net
Address: 285 Uptown Blvd., Bldg. 300
City: Cedar Hill
State: TX
Zip: 75104
Phone: (972) 291-1581
Fax: (972) 291-5231