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Job Description: Principal
Job Title: Principal FLSA: Exempt
Reports to: Assistant Superintendent
of Teaching and Learning
Funding Source: Local
Dept/Campus: Designated Campus Pay Grade: Elementary 505 / Middle 506 / High School 507
Date Revised: 03/08/24 Service Calendar: 220 ES / 226 HS/MS
PROFILE OF A LIBERTY HILL ISD EDUCATOR
Liberty Hill ISD Educators are compassionate leaders, effective collaborators, adaptable thinkers,
determined problem-solvers, and skilled communicators.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Direct and manage overall campus operations. Responsible for leadership of the campus
instructional programs ensuring high standards of instruction and student achievement,
compliance with district policies, application of instructional programs, and effective operation of all
campus activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification
● Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration or
a directly related field.
● Texas Principal Certification, One-Year Texas Principal Certification, or Texas
Mid-Management Certification.
● Two (2) years experience as an Assistant Principal, Associate Principal, Principal, or
experience commensurate with campus/department leadership.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
● Knowledge of instructional practices.
● Knowledge of Texas Education Agency, University Interscholastic League, and District
rules, regulations, and procedures.
● Skill in resolving conflicts and interpersonal communication.
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee
and student information.
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Job Description: Principal
● Skill in managing other campus leaders and teams, delegating tasks and responsibilities,
and providing coaching and feedback to staff.
● Skill in collaborating with peers, other campuses, and district personnel.
● Skill in managing resources and knowledge of school finance and budget practices.
● Skill in analyzing data, identifying problems, and developing long-term plans.
● Skill in building consensus and credibility with the community, staff, and students.
● Skill in identifying talent within the organization and developing staff.
● Skill in making decisions and gathering input.
● Ability to implement the district’s vision, mission, strategic plan and graduate profile to
guide and lead staff, students and parents for a successful school year.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Instructional Management
● Demonstrate knowledge of curriculum and instructional strategies and research bearing
on the instructional practice of the campus.
● Design, implement, supervise, and evaluate instructional programs for the campus.
● Implement structures for staff collaboration and professional learning.
● Guide teams to collaboratively set measurable short-term goals with high expectations
aligned to the campus vision.
● Monitor progress through campus-wide data in order to adjust strategies to accomplish
the vision.
● Continuously analyze and work with staff to implement curriculum and instructional
practices that meet the needs of all students.
● Ensure the application of technology as an instructional tool throughout the school.
Personnel Management
● Lead the recruitment, hire, induction, and placement of assigned staff.
● Support growth through timely, specific, and constructive feedback; encourage
self-reflection and critical conversations.
● Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff.
● Develop on-campus leadership capacity through the distribution of leadership roles and
responsibilities.
● Guide the planning and implementation of professional development that increases
efficiency and improves campus performance.
● Seek out professional development opportunities for self to increase effectiveness and
improve campus performance.
● Recognize employees’ efforts and accomplishments.
● Maintain appropriate documentation for employee contract recommendations.
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee
and student information.
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Job Description: Principal
Strategic Leadership
● Analyze data to identify critical priorities for campus.
● Collaboratively develop a shared and focused vision of campus success that aligns to
campus- and district-wide priorities.
● Utilize key data to develop, implement, and monitor a campus improvement plan that is
aligned with the vision for the campus and with District goals.
● Recommend, implement, and administer campus procedures that follow district policies
and all federal, state, and local regulations.
● Prepare, implement, and monitor the annual operating budget for the campus; monitor
activity accounts; and operate within the budget.
● Promote high expectations for staff and students.
● Ensure the discipline management system and student code of conduct are administered
consistently to promote effectiveness and student success.
● Use appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement in the
school, including PTA, volunteers, booster clubs, and the community.
● Promote high expectations for staff and students.
● Create a culture that embodies creating champions in academics, character and
community.
● Leverages student leadership to make informed decisions on what is best for school
improvement.
Operations
● Plan for and ensure student supervision and campus safety.
● Ensure that emergency and crisis plans are developed, communicated, and practiced
and that equipment is operable.
● Manage all school facilities and equipment efficiently ensuring a clean, orderly, and safe
building with the maximum use of space.
● Submit reports promptly and accurately.
● Ensure proper maintenance of student records.
● Facilitate opportunities within the school organization for students to participate in
extracurricular activities; assure such activities are appropriately supported and
monitored.
● Create structures for the efficient and effective dissemination of information.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee
and student information.
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● Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
MENTAL/PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL 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.
The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties,
responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all
functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
Employee Name (printed):________________________________________________________________
Employee Signature:___________________________________________ Date:_____________________
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee
and student information.
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