Certified All Level K-12 Principal
An Equal Opportunity Employer*
Position Title: Certified All Level K-12 Principal Exemption Status: Exempt/Executive
(Full time Preference)
Location: Fort Davis Independent School District - Fort Davis Texas
Salary Range: To Commensurate Experience
Length of Work Year: 220-226 Days
Position Summary:
Direct and manage overall campus(es) operations in a small rural district located in the beautiful
Jeff Davis Mountains. Currently one class per grade level per classroom serving approximately 150
students and their families. Ideal candidate values strong relationships with community, and
nature-based learning. Responsible for leadership of the campus(es) 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. Additional
support for campus activities and athletic events from staff and administrators.
Position Requirements
Education/Certification/License:
Master’s degree from an accredited university
Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate
Certified Texas 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:
Two years’ experience as a classroom teacher
Five years’ experience in instructional leadership roles or equivalent
Duties/Responsibilities:
INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
1. Monitor instructional processes to ensure that program activities are related to outcomes and use
findings to take corrective actions where necessary.
2. Provide instructional resources and materials needed to accomplish instructional goals.
3. Establish clear expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom
management, and communication with the public.
4. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in
decision-making process.
5. 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
6. Build a common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and
implementing programs to ensure attainment of school’s mission.
7. 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.
8. Provide opportunities for interactive communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents,
and community.
S TUDENT MANAGEMENT
9. Act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.
10. Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in
positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
11. 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.
12. Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
M ANGEMENT OF FISCAL , ADMINISTRATIVE , AND F ACILITIES FUNCTIONS
13. Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.
14. Develop and administer campus budgets based on documented program needs and estimated
enrollment ensuring that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
15. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including accurate
and timely reports of maximum attendance to requisition textbooks.
16. Manage use of school facilities. Oversee maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and
safe campus. Direct and manage extra-curricular and intramural programs including management
of multiple activity fundS.
PERSONNELL MANAGEMENT
17. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make recommendations related to assignment,
retention, discipline, and dismissal. Approve all personnel assigned to campus.
18. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with
staff.
19. Coach staff and help them identify and develop appropriate professional growth opportunities as
well as accomplish improvement goals.
20. Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional
development activities.
SCHOOL OR COMMUNITY RELATIONS
21. Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
22. 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.
Physical Demands 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
Application Procedures
District Employees: Submit a letter of interest or an email for the position you seek within the
district to the superintendent secretary [email protected]
Fort Davis I.S.D., and P.O. Box 1339, Fort Davis, Texas 79734.
Outside Applicants: Submit application, letter of interest (optional, but recommended), the
criminal history forms, and resume to, Superintendent, Fort Davis I.S.D., and P.O. Box 1339, Fort
Davis, Texas 79734 or email completed materials to [email protected]
Application Deadline: Until Filled
*Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual
orientation, or gender identity), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.
In accordance with Title IX, the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex and is required not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX may be referred to the district’s Title IX coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, or both.
Inquiries about the application of Title IX to employment should be referred to Title IX Coordinator, (name, title, office address, email address, and telephone number
