Principal - Elementary

Arlington ISD

• Principal
• Elementary

JOB DETAILS

Region:

11

School District/Employer:

Arlington ISD

District Category/Employer:

Campus,

Position:

Principal,

Assignment Level:

Level Elementary Job Title:

Principal

• Elementary

School:

Miller Elementary

Campus Description:

Date Posted:

5/8/2026

Deadline:

Until Filled

Openings:

1

Commitment:

Full Time

Description/Notes:

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

INSTRUCTIONAL

MANAGEMENT

Systematically and continuously, monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program oues; use these findings for corrective action and improvement, as well as for recognition of success. Work with staff to plan, implement and evaluate the curriculum on a systematic basis. Ensure that curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs. Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in aplishing instructional goals. Evaluate and rmend improvement in the purposes, design, and implementation of the instructional program, as well as other support programs related to the mission of the school.

SCHOOL/ORGANIZATIONAL CLIMATE

Communicate and promote high expectation levels for staff and student performance in an enabling, supportive way; provide proper recognition of excellence and achievement. Establish and maintain an environment which is conducive to positive staff morale and directed towards achievement of the school's mission in accordance with AISD goals. Foster collegiality and team building among staff, encouraging their active involvement in decision-making. Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, andmunity; project a positive image that enhances the school's mission. Mediate and facilitate effective resolution of conflicts in a timely fashion. Assess the school climate and use resultant data to develop improvement plans collaboratively with others. Have a clear sense of the school's mission; actively involve the staff in planning and decision-making in order to aplish the mission. Initiate and support programs and actions that foster learning and facilitate a positive, caring climate, as well as an orderly, purposeful environment for students of

AISD. SCHOOL/ORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENT

Determine and build amon vision for school improvement; direct planning activities and implement programs collaboratively to ensure attainment of school's mission. Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school research correlates) to facilitate school improvement. Develop (as necessary), maintain, and utilize appropriate information systems and records necessary for attainment of the school's mission and overall school improvement efforts.

PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT

Use developmental supervision effectively andprehensively with all staff by systematically observing instruction, recording observations, and regularly conducting formative and summative evaluation conferences. Apply state/district appraisal systems appropriately and ensure that evaluations clearly and accurately represent staff performance. Confer with subordinates regarding their professional growth; work jointly with them to develop and aplish improvement goals. Identify, provide and/or encourage participation in available in-service training options to address the goals identified through the growth planning process. Clearly define expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom management andmunication with the public. Encourage personal and professional growth and leadership among the staff; recognize exemplary performance. Be effective in intering, selecting and orienting new staff; make sound rmendations relative to personal placement, transfer, retention, and dismissal.

ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations, in pursuing the mission of the school. Be effective in scheduling activities and the use of resources needed to aplish determined goals. Develop budgets based upon documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs; implement programs within budget limits; maintain fiscal control; accurately report fiscal information. Monitor the use, care, and replacement of capital equipment. Manage all school facilities effectively; efficiently supervise their maintenance to ensure clean, orderly, and safe buildings and grounds.

STUDENT MANAGEMENT

Work with faculty and staff to implement a student management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances school climate. Effectively develop andmunicate to students, staff, and parents school guidelines for student conduct. Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that consequences of misconduct are applied equitably to all students. Effectively conduct conferences with parents, students and teachers concerning school and student issues, conveying both positive aspects of student behavior as well as problem areas. Encourage plans for improved student behavior that reflect additional opportunities for learning.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

Use information provided through assessment instruments, the district appraisal process and evaluate feedback from line supervisors to improve performance. Strive to improve leadership skills through self-initiated professional development activities (e.g., undertaking professional reading, attending conferences, and participating in training programs). Utilize information gained in professional development programs for self-improvement. Disseminate ideas and information to other professionals; provide leadership in addressing challenges facing the profession. Conduct oneself in a professional, ethical manner in accordance with TEA Code of Ethics. K-3 teacher of record mustplete Reading Academy per TEA requirements.

SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONS

Articulate the school's mission and campus plan to themunity and solicit their support in achieving the goals of the campus. Demonstrate awareness of schoolmunity needs and initiate activities to meet those needs. Demonstrate the use of appropriate techniques for effectivemunity and parent involvement. Emphasize and nurture two-waymunication between the school andmunity. Project a positive image to themunity.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

WORKING

CONDITIONS

MENTAL

DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment includingputer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.

Posture:

Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion:

Moderate walking

Lifting:

Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress, with frequent interruptions. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Qualifications:

Minimum Certification/Education:

• Master's Degree
• Administrative certification issued by Texas Education Agency
• Minimum three years classroom teaching experience
• Three years of successful administrative experience required
• Principal experience preferred

Salary Range:

$94,816

• $133,654