Principal, Burnet Middle School

Job Description

Position is posted for the 2025-2026 school year: 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. Education/Certification: Master’s degree in educational administration Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) and Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System (T-PESS) or PDAS certifications preferred Special Knowledge/Skills: Thorough understanding of school regulations and operations including ARD, 504, and LEP Strong background in curriculum and instruction Ability to coordinate campus support operations Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Ability to use computer software effectively Excellent organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Experience: Two (2) years experience as a secondary classroom teacher; five (5) years preferred. One (1) year experience in an instructional leadership role and two (2) years experience as a secondary assistant principal. Prior experience as a principal preferred. Major Responsibilities and Duties: 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 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. 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 the Campus Improvement Plan using the campus planning process and involving site-based decision making committee. Demonstrate campus progress using results to promote school improvement. 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 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, (Academic, Behavioral, Special Services) on student and school issues with parents, students, staff and law enforcement. 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. 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. Monitor extracurricular and intramural programs, oversee fundraising for campus clubs, and activities including the supervisory management of multiple activity funds. Articulate the school’s mission to the community and build 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. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), 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. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 208 E. Brier St. Burnet, TX 78611; 512-756-2124.

3/3/2025