Assistant Superintendent Elementary Education (2025-2026)

Job Title: Assistant Superintendent Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Job Role: Elementary Education Funding Source: Local

Pay Grade: AD 11

Department/School: Elementary Schools

Function: Educational Support

Reports to: Superintendent of Schools HR Date Approved: October 2018

HR Date Revised: October 2025

SUMMARY:

Evaluates and provides educational support and management guidance for assigned level program of the District. Responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the assigned schools and departments including staffing scheduling and building utilization. Provides educational support and assistance to administrators and teachers in the areas of District policy standard procedures and student discipline procedures.

The essential functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein however this list represents examples only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.

• Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.

• Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Educational Support and Management

• Analyze the critical needs in assigned areas; conduct team efforts to design implement measure and refine assigned programs; and lead quality improvement efforts.

• Guide collaborative efforts to support effective delivery of services to the District assigned areas and other customers.

• Coordinate departmental activities with other District offices and administrators; provide assistance to departments requesting and utilizing services provided; and represent the department as may be required in meetings and other outside activities.

• Define program needs to be addressed through facility and budget planning; develop annual operating budget recommendations for assigned units and functions that are aligned with district goals and documented program needs; demonstrate responsible fiscal control over assigned program budgets.

• Assist campus principals with developing campus improvement plans that are aligned with the needs of the campus and with District goals.

• Ensure the integration of the Districts curriculum and instructional objectives at the campus level.

• Assist campuses in resolving parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.

• Ensure the discipline management system and Student Code of Conduct are administered consistently at schools to promote equity effectiveness and student success.

• Ensure all campuses implement activities to recognize students efforts and accomplishment.

Communication

• Establish a familiar presence on assigned campuses; attend campus activities to foster relationships with staff students and parents.

• Foster collegiality and team building among assigned campus employees.

• Encourage active involvement in the decision-making process by all employees.

• Communicate expectations for high-level performance for principals.

• Recognize staff achievements.

• Ensure effective and quick resolution of conflicts among campus employees.

Personnel Management

• Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.

• Select train evaluate and supervise staff and make recommendations relative to assignment retention discipline and dismissal.

Budget and Inventory

• Assist with the department budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.

• Assist with the selection and purchase of supplemental equipment and supplies for the program.

• Participate in grant-writing activities to obtain program funding.

Policy Reports and Law

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile maintain file and secure all physical and computerized reports records and other required documents.

• Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations on campus issues to the Board. Attend regular meetings of the Board.

• Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.

• Comply with all policies operating procedures legal requirements and verbal and written directives.

• Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.

• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Masters degree

• Valid Texas Administrator Certificate

Experience:

• Five (5) years of successful Campus Principal experience

• Three (3) years of successful supervisory experience

• Successful Elementary Campus Principal experience (preferred)

• Successful Central Administration experience (preferred)

SPECIAL KNOWLEGDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to manage budget and personnel.

• Strong communication public relations and interpersonal skills.

• Skill in conducting team efforts to design implement measure and improve programs and services.

• Skill in conducting presentations.

• Skill in interpreting and communicating federal law state law and local school board policies.

• Skill in implementing communication and collaboration between and among various areas of an organization.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Assigned Campus Principals and Department Directors

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Standard office equipment including personal 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

• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building

• No remote work

Mental Demands:

• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.