Rockdale ISD - Junior High School Principal

Rockdale ISD
Job Details
Region
6
School District/Employer
Rockdale ISD
District Category/Employer
Campus,
Position
Principal,
Assignment Level
Level Middle School
Job Title
Junior High School Principal
School
Rockdale Junior High School
Campus Description
Grades 6-8
Date Posted
7/9/2025
Deadline
Until Filled
Openings
1
Commitment
Full Time
Description/Notes
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, 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 the 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 the school's mission. Establish campus performance objectives for Academic Excellence Indicators using the campus planning process and involving site-based decision making committees. Demonstrate campus progress using results to promote school improvement. Provide opportunities for interactive communication with the superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community. Student Management Act as campus behavior 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. Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs including management of multiple activity funds. 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. Other 24. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teachers, counselor(s), library aide, instructional aides and clerical support staff. 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
Qualifications
Experience: Two or more years experience as a classroom teacher Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master’s degree from 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 Successful experience in instructional leadership roles Successful administrative experience preferred.
Salary Range
Experience considered. 226 day Work Service calendar
Benefits
Hybrid 4 day student school week. District pays $400 per month toward employee's Health Insurance Other Insurance options available
How To Apply
Please go to www.rockdaleisd.net/Careers to apply
Contact Information
Name
Tiffany Commerford Whitsel
Email
tiffany.whitsel@rockdaleisd.net
Address
P.O. Box 632
City
Rockdale
State
TX
Zip
76567-0632
Phone
(512) 430-6000 x1016
Fax
(512) 446-3460
Additional Information
ESC Region
ESC6
Position
Principal
Posted Date
July 9, 2025
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