Brenham Independent School District - Job Description

Job Title/Position:

High School Principal

Department/School:

Brenham High School

Pay Information:

Professional Compensation Plan
Days: 226

Supervised By:

Superintendent

FLSA:

Exempt

Date Revised:

August 2021

Primary Purpose:

To provide leadership, administration, and supervision of the educational program that promotes optional student development and achievement. 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.

Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification):

Master's degree from a recognized, accredited college or university; Valid Texas educator certification; Valid Texas Supervisor, Mid-Management or Standard Principal Certification required; T-TESS certification; Minimum of five (5) years successful experience as an administrator required. Seven (7) or eight (8) years preferred.

Major Responsibilities:

• 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, class management, and communication with the public; foster collegiality and team building among staff members; encourage their active involvement in the decision-making process; and solicit regular input from campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program.
• 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; and provide opportunities for interactive communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.
• 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 the school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is applied in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook; and conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• 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 reporting of maximum attendance to requisition textbooks; manage use of school facilities; and oversee maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.
• Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs including management of multiple activity funds (if applicable).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to develop and set annual campus performance objectives for each of the Academic Excellence Indicators using the campus planning process and site-based decision making committee.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary to show campus progress on performance objectives addressing each Academic Excellence Indicator.
• Ability to build common vision for school improvement with the staff and direct planning activities and put programs in place to ensure attainment of the school's mission.
• Ability to communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to staff and students.
• Exemplify instructional leadership, personal scholarship, a collaborative leadership style, personal integrity, strong interpersonal skills and effective communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability as an instructional leader through continual student performance improvement.
• Possess a thorough understanding of state and federal accountability systems.
• Ability to use effective public relations skills necessary for the successful implementation of new programs, the coordination of programs, and to maintain productive relationships among colleagues.
• Experience working with large, diverse student populations, faculties, families and communities preferred.
• Experience leading successful teams.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of staff assigned to campus including: assistant principal(s), teachers, counselor(s), librarian, instructional aides, and clerical support staff.

Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands):

Maintain emotional control under stress; must be able to lift and/or carry at least 30 lbs; may work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside; exposure to noise; occasional district-wide travel; frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required. The district shall not fail or refuse to hire or discharge any individual, or otherwise discriminate against any individual with respect to compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of the individual's race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Nor shall the district limit, segregate, or classify its employees or applicants for employment in any way that would deprive or tend to deprive an individual of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status as an employee because of the individual's race, color, religion, sex or national origin.