Floresville ISD - Principal - Elementary

Job Details

Region: 20
School District/Employer: Floresville ISD
District Category/Employer: Campus,
Position: Principal,
Assignment Level:
Job Title: Principal - Elementary
School: Floresville South Elementary
Campus Description: Floresville South Elementary is located 1 mile from historic downtown Floresville at 2000 Tiger Lane. Here at FSE, we are Opening Doors to Endless Possibilities with an emphasis on high expectations and student success! We pride ourselves in educating the whole child! Our students experience college and career awareness activities such as Career Day and All About Me lessons; personal development through our character, strengths, and buddy programs; exploration of individual interests through a variety of clubs and activities such as Little Sprouts, UIL, and Student Council; and are prepared for their future with rigorous academics. Parents and the community are critical to our success through volunteer opportunities and involvement in PTA. Our staff of lifelong learners strives for high student engagement, use of best practices, and continual reflection on the most effective strategies to meet the needs of our students. Through our partnership with you, our students will indeed be open to endless possibilities of success in their futures!
Date Posted: 4/14/2021
Deadline: 2021-04-28
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Job Title: Principal

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt

Reports to: Superintendent

Dept./School: Elementary

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage overall campus operations. Responsible for leadership of the campus instructional program ensuring high standards of instruction and student achievement, compliance with district policies, application of instructional programs, clear communication among all stakeholders, and effective operation of all campus activities.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management

Monitor 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

Build a common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and implement programs to ensure attainment of schools mission.
Establish campus performance objectives 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

Act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.
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 schools 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.



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); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress



This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities 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.
Qualifications: Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Masters degree required
Texas Principal or other appropriate Texas certificate required
Certified Teacher Evaluation and Support System (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
Experience:

Three years experience as a classroom teacher required
Minimum of three years experience as an Instructional Leader preferred
Campus Principal experience preferred
Salary Range: $67,463.00 - $97,083.00 / Annualized
Benefits: See website for benefits information:
https://www.fisd.us/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=191772&type=d&pREC_ID=545186
How To Apply: Apply online at:
https://fisd.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1153

jstanush@fisd.us

Contact Person:

Name: Jessica Land Stanush
Email: jstanush@fisd.us
Address: 1200 5th Street
City: Floresville
State: TX
Zip: 78114
Phone: (830) 393-5300
Fax: (830) 393-5399