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Openings as of 4/14/2025
Administration

Assistant Principal - Elementary (Pooled)

JobID: 233

Position Type:
  Administration/Assistant Principal


Date Posted:
  2/2/2024


Location:
  District Wide


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Primary Purpose: 
 Direct and manage assigned areas of instructional program and campus operations. Oversee assigned student activities and services.
 
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
• Master’s degree Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate Certified Texas Evaluation and Support System (TTESS) appraiser - preferred
 Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Knowledge of campus operations
• 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, and interpersonal skills
 Experience:
• Three years’ experience as a classroom teacher 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management
• Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement where needed.
• Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.
 School/Organizational Improvement
• Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school’s mission.
• Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community
•  Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators  
Student Management
• May 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.
• Ensure that students are adequately supervised during noninstructional periods.
 Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
• Oversee campus operations in principal’s absence.
• Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the  development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
• Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues.
• Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.
• Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures.
• Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs.
• Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.
 
Personnel Management
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences as needed for designated teacher appraisal system.
• Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
 
School/Community Relations
• Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
 Supervisory Responsibilities:
•  Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.   
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
 
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt       
 
Pay Grade:  Administrative - 3                      
 
 
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.




 


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Openings as of 4/14/2025
Administration

Director of Accounting

JobID: 1050

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  4/7/2025


Location:
  One AISD Center


Date Available:
  05/01/2025


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Primary Purpose:
Manages and coordinates the preparation, presentation, adoption and disbursement of the district's multi-million-dollar budget in coordination with Chief Financial Officer; oversees the financial management of the district’s federal and state grant programs; serves as a district investment officer, and oversees accounting operations of the district.
 
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or educational administration
• Master’s degree or CPA preferred
• TASBO certified (preferred)
 
Special Knowledge/ Skills:
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of budgeting, accounting systems, and payroll processing
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Fund Accounting.
• Knowledge of salary administration
• Knowledge of the entire district’s operations and programs, TEA Financial Accountability Resource Guide, public school law, board policy, insurance and investments
• The ability to:
  • coordinate directors in budget effort.
  • analyze data and make viable recommendations.
  • work under a deadline.
  • read and interpret manuals, various publications, legal data, correspondence and literature; and
  • use a personal computer along with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Power Point, and Google products.
 
Experience:
5 years’ experience in school business management or public organization in area of accounting and/or budget
     
Performance Responsibilities and Duties:
 
Fiscal Management
1. Assist in the preparation of the budget and development of long- and short-range objectives for the business operations of the district.
2. Ensure that accounting systems comply with applicable laws and regulations including Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability System Resource Guide.
3. Administer the district’s budget and ensure that operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely. Prepare all budget adjustments, additions, and deletions.
4. Prepare for audits and assist the district’s independent and internal auditors in conducting periodic audits.
5. Serve as a resource for payroll staff and payroll functions within the within the Financial Services department, including close coordination of the personnel budget.
6. Develop and monitor district personnel budget by creating, updating and maintaining salary negotiations.
7. Adjust personnel budget for ongoing changes including any budget transfers or journal entries.
8. Supervise all activities related to accounting.
9. Ensure that all transactions are recorded timely, accurately and in accordance with GAAP, GASB, and TEA guidelines.
10. Ensure maintenance of the district’s general ledger.
11. Prepare monthly and annual financial reports timely and accurately.
12. Ensure reconciliation of the district’s capital assets.
13. Evaluate accounting procedures, systems, and controls in all district departments and recommend improvements in their design, implementation, and maintenance.
14. Determine cash available for investment and payment of bills based on daily analysis of cash flow.
15. Oversee monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts. Review reconciliations of vendor and payroll clearing accounts.
16. Plan and conduct needs assessments for improvement of district business operations. Ensure that business operations support the district’s goals and objectives and provide leadership to achieve cost-effective practices throughout the district.
17. Assist with administration of the Financial Services office budget and ensure that programs are cost effective, and funds are managed prudently.
 
Policy, Reports, and Law
1. Implement policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in area of business operations.
2. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
 
Personnel Management
1. Prepare, review, and revise Accounting/Payroll/Finance department job descriptions in coordination with Human Resources.
2. Develop training options and/or improvement plans to ensure exemplary business operations.
3. Assist in selecting, training, evaluating, and supervising staff, and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
 
Professional Growth and Development
1. Attend professional development related to areas of responsibility.
2. Maintain membership in appropriate professional organizations.
  
Other
1. Maintain confidentiality regarding student and coworker information and as required by FERPA.
 
Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary
 
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; 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)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide and statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:          
Supervise and evaluate accounting staff which includes making recommendations for hiring and firing to the Chief Financial Officer.  Coordinate with the Chief Financial Officer to oversee any other positions in the Financial Services department as assigned.
 
Wage/Hour Status:  Exempt
 
Pay Grade:  Administrative Professional 7 
 
 
The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
 
The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job.  I understand this is not an exhaustive  list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed. 
 

 


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Administration

Director of Accounting

JobID: 1051

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  4/7/2025


Location:
  One AISD Center


Date Available:
  05/01/2025


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Openings as of 4/14/2025
Administration

Principal - Elementary STEM Academy (Internal Only)

JobID: 1078

Position Type:
  Administration/Principal


Date Posted:
  4/10/2025


Location:
  Purcell Elementary


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Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage instructional program and supervise operations and personnel at campus level. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service. Oversee compliance with federal, state, and district policies, success of instructional programs, and operation of all campus activities.
 
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 coordinate campus functions
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Ability to effectively utilize and model various technology programs and equipment to communicate, present, supervise, evaluate, and provide effective and efficient curriculum and instruction, using best practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of special programs and interventions to address needs of diverse learners
• Ability to listen well, address needs and build a successful relationship with students, parents, teachers, and community members.
 
   Experience:
• Required: Three years’ experience as a classroom teacher
 
Preferred Experience:
• Prior experience as an instructional leader, assistant principal or other campus and district leadership roles
• Demonstrated success with all students including at-risk, economically disadvantaged, gifted and talented, advanced, special education, English language learners/emergent bilinguals, 504, etc.
 
 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
 
            Instructional Management
• Lead development, implementation, and continuous refinement of the campus-wide instructional framework, aligned to district-adopted instructional practices, and School Action Fund Planning requirements.
• Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are aligned to School Action Fund Planning milestones, HQIM implementation, and student outcome goals. Use findings to adjust and improve instruction.
• Have a strong working knowledge of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, state assessment system, district scope and sequence, and all adopted high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) for the grade levels and courses applicable to the role.
• Facilitate regular STEM-focused PLCs and collaborative data reviews, emphasizing literacy, numeracy, and STEM integration.
• Regularly engage key stakeholders—including students, staff, families, community partners, and district leadership—in the design, implementation, and evaluation of the instructional framework and STEM programming.
 
School/Organizational Climate
• Provide instructional resources and materials—including HQIM, STEM resources, and technology—to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
• Foster a collaborative campus culture emphasizing STEM inquiry, critical thinking, and early literacy and numeracy success.
• Encourage active staff participation in instructional decision-making, especially in relation to School Action Fund Planning and STEM framework development.
• Provide two-way communication with district leadership, staff, students, parents, grant partner leaders, and community partners.
• Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance in literacy, numeracy, and STEM for both staff and students. Recognize excellence and support growth.
• Ensure effective and equitable resolution of conflicts to maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment.
 
School/Organizational Improvement
 
• Build a clear, common vision for school improvement based on School Action Fund Planning goals, incorporating staff, student, and community input.
• Integrate TEA’s School Action Fund Planning Playbook action steps and the district’s instructional framework into all campus improvement planning efforts.
• Identify, analyze, and apply research-based instructional strategies, specifically focusing on literacy, numeracy, and STEM to improve student outcomes.
• Develop and set annual campus performance objectives aligned to both District Improvement Plan and School Action Fund grant expectations.
• Maintain and utilize accurate records and information systems to show campus progress toward literacy, numeracy, STEM program benchmarks, and TEA-required grant outcomes.
 
Personnel Management
 
• Interview, select, orient, and mentor staff with strong instructional expertise, prioritizing literacy, numeracy, and STEM subject knowledge.
• Define expectations for staff performance in alignment with instructional framework, HQIM implementation, and student achievement targets.
• Provide targeted coaching and professional development aligned to grant priorities, HQIM implementation, and STEM integration strategies.
• Seek, recruit, and retain diverse personnel reflective of the student body and skilled in foundational literacy, numeracy, and STEM disciplines.
• Assign roles and responsibilities strategically to support instructional priorities and grant requirements.
• Work with district and campus committees to plan high-impact professional development, including TEA-provided learning opportunities.
• Confer regularly with staff regarding their professional growth and improvement goals tied to literacy and STEM best practices.
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff. 
• Seek, recruit, and retain diversity in personnel, reflective of the student body. 
• Assign roles and responsibilities to campus personnel. 
• Make recommendations to superintendent on termination, suspension, or nonrenewal of employees assigned to campus. 
 
 
Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
 
• Ensure compliance with district policies, state and federal regulations, and TEA School Action Fund grant requirements, including timely and accurate reporting.
• Develop and manage campus budgets based on documented program needs, with specific attention to sustainability of HQIM, STEM instructional materials, and professional development beyond grant funding.
• Maintain accurate records related to instructional framework development, stakeholder engagement, grant expenditures, and program outcomes.
• Supervise maintenance of campus facilities, ensuring they meet the needs of a clean, safe, technology-rich, and positive learning environment.
• Use sound judgment in administrative decision-making to support both student success and program compliance.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required including accurate and timely reports of maximum attendance to requisition instructional materials.
 
 
Student Management
 
• Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system, in
accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
• Ensure that school rules are fairly and consistently observed and that student discipline is
appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Actively employ discipline management techniques, in accordance with the law and district policy and procedures that are conducive to the development of the child and that do not treat any child or group of children disproportionally.
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
 
Professional Growth and Development
 
• Participate in TEA-required School Action Fund leadership trainings, communities of practice, and professional learning related to literacy, numeracy, and STEM school design.
• Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment and continual growth.
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serve as a role model for all campus staff.
• Seek opportunities to grow and innovate programs and services to meet the needs of all children.
• Model lifelong learning for students, parents and employees.
 
School/Community Relations
 
• Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
• Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
• Encourage parent, family, and community engagement in the design and implementation of STEM programs and literacy initiatives.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians in accordance with federal, state and local policies and procedures.
 
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
 
Great rewards for helping children learn and succeed.
 
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt       
 
Pay Grade:  Administrative - 6                     
 
 
The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job.  I understand this is not an exhaustive  list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed. 
 
 


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Openings as of 4/14/2025
Administration

Principal – Middle School (Internal Only)

JobID: 1013

Position Type:
  Administration/Principal


Date Posted:
  3/6/2025


Location:
  Clack Middle School


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Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage instructional program and supervise operations and personnel at campus level. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service. Oversee compliance with district policies, success of instructional programs, and operation of all campus activities.
 
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 coordinate campus functions
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Ability to effectively utilize and model various technology programs and equipment to communicate, present, supervise, evaluate, and provide effective and efficient curriculum and instruction, using best practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of special programs and interventions to address needs of diverse learners
• Ability to listen well, address needs and build a successful relationship with students, parents, teachers, and community members.
 
   Experience:
• Required: Three years’ experience as a classroom teacher
 
Preferred Experience:
• Prior experience as an instructional leader, assistant principal or other campus and district leadership roles
• Demonstrated success with all students including at-risk, economically disadvantaged, gifted and talented, advanced, special education, English language learners/emergent bilinguals, 504, etc.
 
 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
 
            Instructional Management
• Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions.
• Regularly consult the campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program. Include students and community representatives when appropriate.
• Have a strong working knowledge of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, state assessment system and district scope and sequence for the grade levels and courses applicable to the role.
 
School/Organizational Climate
• Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals. 
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.
• Provide for two-way communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.
• Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to staff and students. Recognize excellence and achievement. Support and guide growth and success.
• Ensure effective and efficient resolution of conflicts.
 
School/Organizational Improvement
 
• Build common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and put programs in place with staff to ensure attainment of school’s mission.
• Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school correlates) to promote school improvement.
• 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.
• Develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary to show campus progress on performance objectives addressing each Academic Excellence Indicator. Personnel Management Interview, select, orient and mentor new staff. Supervise all personnel assigned to campus. 
• Define expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public. 
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff. 
• Seek, recruit, and retain diversity in personnel, reflective of the student body. 
• Assign roles and responsibilities to campus personnel. 
• Make recommendations to superintendent on termination, suspension, or nonrenewal of employees assigned to campus. 
• Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional development activities. 
• Work collaboratively with district personnel to provide ongoing training and support for curriculum and instruction.
• Confer with employees regarding their professional growth. Work with them to develop and accomplish improvement goals. 
• Network with colleagues to offer best practices in curriculum and instruction, sharing expertise and knowledge to benefit others in addition to listening and learning from others.
 
Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
 
• Comply with district policies and state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools.
• Develop campus budgets based on documented program needs, estimated enrollment,
personnel, and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits. Maintain fiscal control.  Accurately report fiscal information.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other
documents required including accurate and timely reports of maximum attendance to
requisition textbooks.
• Manage use of school facilities. Supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.
• Use common sense and good judgment in decision-making.
 
 
Student Management
 
• Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system, in
accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
• Ensure that school rules are fairly and consistently observed and that student discipline is
appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Actively employ discipline management techniques, in accordance with the law and district policy and procedures that are conducive to the development of the child and that do not treat any child or group of children disproportionally.
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
 
Professional Growth and Development
 
• Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment and continual growth.
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serve as a role model for all campus staff.
• Seek opportunities to grow and innovate programs and services to meet the needs of all children.
• Model lifelong learning for students, parents and employees.
 
School/Community Relations
 
• Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
• Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
• Invite and encourage participation in the school environment in a manner that is conducive to successful learning for children.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians in accordance with federal, state and local policies and procedures.
 
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
 
Great rewards for helping children learn and succeed.
 
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt       
 
Pay Grade:  Administrative-Professional 7
 
 
The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job.  I understand this is not an exhaustive  list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed. 
 
   


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Administration

Principal – Middle School (Internal Only)

JobID: 1017

Position Type:
  Administration/Principal


Date Posted:
  3/21/2025


Location:
  Craig Middle School


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Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage instructional program and supervise operations and personnel at campus level. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service. Oversee compliance with district policies, success of instructional programs, and operation of all campus activities.
 
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 coordinate campus functions
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Ability to effectively utilize and model various technology programs and equipment to communicate, present, supervise, evaluate, and provide effective and efficient curriculum and instruction, using best practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of special programs and interventions to address needs of diverse learners
• Ability to listen well, address needs and build a successful relationship with students, parents, teachers, and community members.
 
   Experience:
• Required: Three years’ experience as a classroom teacher
 
Preferred Experience:
• Prior experience as an instructional leader, assistant principal or other campus and district leadership roles
• Demonstrated success with all students including at-risk, economically disadvantaged, gifted and talented, advanced, special education, English language learners/emergent bilinguals, 504, etc.
 
 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
 
            Instructional Management
• Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions.
• Regularly consult the campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program. Include students and community representatives when appropriate.
• Have a strong working knowledge of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, state assessment system and district scope and sequence for the grade levels and courses applicable to the role.
 
School/Organizational Climate
• Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals. 
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.
• Provide for two-way communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.
• Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to staff and students. Recognize excellence and achievement. Support and guide growth and success.
• Ensure effective and efficient resolution of conflicts.
 
School/Organizational Improvement
 
• Build common vision for school improvement with staff. Direct planning activities and put programs in place with staff to ensure attainment of school’s mission.
• Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school correlates) to promote school improvement.
• 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.
• Develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary to show campus progress on performance objectives addressing each Academic Excellence Indicator. Personnel Management Interview, select, orient and mentor new staff. Supervise all personnel assigned to campus. 
• Define expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public. 
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff. 
• Seek, recruit, and retain diversity in personnel, reflective of the student body. 
• Assign roles and responsibilities to campus personnel. 
• Make recommendations to superintendent on termination, suspension, or nonrenewal of employees assigned to campus. 
• Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional development activities. 
• Work collaboratively with district personnel to provide ongoing training and support for curriculum and instruction.
• Confer with employees regarding their professional growth. Work with them to develop and accomplish improvement goals. 
• Network with colleagues to offer best practices in curriculum and instruction, sharing expertise and knowledge to benefit others in addition to listening and learning from others.
 
Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
 
• Comply with district policies and state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools.
• Develop campus budgets based on documented program needs, estimated enrollment,
personnel, and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits. Maintain fiscal control.  Accurately report fiscal information.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other
documents required including accurate and timely reports of maximum attendance to
requisition textbooks.
• Manage use of school facilities. Supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.
• Use common sense and good judgment in decision-making.
 
 
Student Management
 
• Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system, in
accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
• Ensure that school rules are fairly and consistently observed and that student discipline is
appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Actively employ discipline management techniques, in accordance with the law and district policy and procedures that are conducive to the development of the child and that do not treat any child or group of children disproportionally.
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
 
Professional Growth and Development
 
• Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment and continual growth.
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serve as a role model for all campus staff.
• Seek opportunities to grow and innovate programs and services to meet the needs of all children.
• Model lifelong learning for students, parents and employees.
 
School/Community Relations
 
• Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
• Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
• Invite and encourage participation in the school environment in a manner that is conducive to successful learning for children.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians in accordance with federal, state and local policies and procedures.
 
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
 
Great rewards for helping children learn and succeed.
 
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt       
 
Pay Grade:  Administrative-Professional 7
 
 
The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job.  I understand this is not an exhaustive  list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed. 
 
   


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• Principal - Middle School.pdf



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Openings as of 4/14/2025
Administration

Early Head Start - Program Officer (Internal Only)

JobID: 999

Position Type:
  Administration/Program Officer


Date Posted:
  2/17/2025


Location:
  Crockett Early Head Start


Date Available:
  07/01/2025


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Primary Purpose:
Act as administrator and instructional leader for the EHS Program. Responsible for planning, directing, and administering the EHS program and ensure compliance with EHS Federal Performance Standards and all other funding and licensing agencies.
 
Qualifications:
 Master's Degree
• Early Childhood Management or Mid-Management Certificate
• Child development background with five years of experience
           
Performance Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Plan, direct, and administer all aspects of the EHS program.
2. Interpret governmental statutes, regulations, pertaining to the program in order to direct program operations in a manner consistent with the requirements of laws, regulations, and funding documents.
3. Establish operating and administrative policies and procedures that assure efficient program operation.
4. Develop and coordinate an administrative organization plan and delegate tasks to staff to carry out the plan. Oversee, coordinate, and monitor staff and committees of EHS toward achievement of the Head Start Federal Performance Standards.
5. Periodically convene administrative and paraprofessional staff for planning, management and review purposes.
6. Assist in writing EHS grant proposal and refunding grant.
7. Ensure compliance with CCS, CACFP, Child Care Licensing guidelines.
8. Completion of annual application for CACFP, monitor and ensure changes throughout the year for the Unified Nutrition Programs System.
9. Complete contract with CCS to provide wrap around services to EHS and monitor reimbursements.
10. Work with AISD Administration and H.S. Director.
11. Develop, Plan, and Administer program financial plans and budgets for EHS, CACFP, SAMS, CCS, and local funds.
12. Implement internal and external reporting and procedures for monitoring and controlling fiscal activities.
13. Organize, assign, supervise, evaluate and direct all program personnel ensuring all program policies and procedures are understood and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines. Make recommendations on all personnel actions to the policy council.
14. Promote a consistent exchange of information in all directions of the program.
15. Ensure consistency in EHS service delivery with attention to inclusive practices and integration of component areas; encourage continuous improvement of systems.
16. Provide for the effective orientation, training and development of all employees. Assist in the development of career development opportunities, in-service training, and technical assistance plan.
17. Supervise the operation and maintenance of the EHS buildings and grounds.
18. Facilitate an annual self-assessment process, and provide for on-going evaluation of data to maintain, correct and/or improve delivery of program services. 
19. Foster shared planning and decision making with the policy council/committee, work closely with the council to ensure effective orientation, training, and involvement of parents.
20. Provide periodic program reports and written documents to the Head Start Director, the grantee, and all other funding sources.
21. Track and report all in kind contributions on a monthly basis.
22. Develop plans and agreements for the utilization of community resources and meeting of in-kind requirements.
23. Act as a public relations representative.
24. Oversee the recruitment and registration of eligible children, including children with disabilities.
25. Secure necessary substitutes for all school personnel.
26. Direct the daily operations of the EHS program.
27. Primary responsibility for the health and safety of children, staff, parents, and volunteers.
28. Project enthusiasm for program goals, philosophy, relationships, and job responsibilities.
29. Be cooperative and friendly toward co-workers and everyone else employee comes in contact with.
30. Maintain a regular daily work schedule to ensure continuity of care for families and children.
31. Keep timely, clear, and accurate documentation.
32. Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Start Director.
33. Regular attendance.

Supervisory Responsibilities: All Early Head Start Staff
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Mental Demands/Physical Demands:
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:  computer, printer, calculator, typewriter, copier, fax machine, laminating, phone, digital camera, and fire extinguisher, micro cassette recorder, scanner, camcorder
MENTAL DEMANDS: work with frequent interruptions maintain emotional control
PHYSICALS DEMANDS: lift and carry up to 50 pounds ability to sit or  stand for prolonged periods of time ability to walk, climb, balance, stoop, and kneel repetitive hand motions hear well speak clearly visual acuity distinguish colors driving personal vehicle as needed 
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:  exposure to biological and chemical hazards
 
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
 
Pay Grade: Administrative Professional – 5
 
 
 
The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
 
 
The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job.  I understand this is not an exhaustive  list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed. 
 
 


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• EHS-Program Officer.pdf



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