Primary Purpose:

The Assistant Superintendent serves as a Superintendent-in-Training who provides high-level leadership across multiple school districts. The role is designed to manage the day-to-day operations of Human Resources Student Services and Special Programs while mastering the executive skills needed to eventually run an entire school system.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• Masters degree required
• Texas teaching certification required
• Texas Superintendent certification preferred
• Texas principal certification required

Skills

• Minimum of 2 years successful principal/assistant principal experience required
• Experience appraising teachers and support staff required
• Central Office experience preferred

• Knowledge of: Coaching modeling and providing feedback on performance with an emphasis on identifying and problem-solving through implementation barriers across wide and diverse circumstances; In-depth knowledge of instructional leadership practices that lead to improved teaching and learning; In-depth knowledge of data-driven practices lesson planning and formative assessment observation and feedback school culture and change management; Knowledge of district practices that impede as well as empower leadership; The accountability system and the necessary actions and measurable progress required to meet state standards.
• Skill in: Long-term planning and project management tracking progress analytical thinking conceptual thinking root cause analysis; Adult learning and professional development design and delivery.
• Ability to: Connect with diverse audiences and understand complex and unique circumstances in order to support growth among individuals and across districts; Set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers demonstrate initiative and persistence in doing more than is expected or required in order to accomplish a challenging task; Set clear expectations and hold others accountable for performance; Act with a purpose that impacts and positively influences the perceptions thinking and actions of others; Assume leadership of a group for the benefit of the organization; Develop others through coaching modeling and providing feedback on

Working Conditions:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Must be physically able to tolerate prolonged sitting frequent standing; occasional bending/stooping pushing/pulling twisting and standing
• Motion: Must be physically able to tolerate frequent standing and walking repetitive hand motions frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching occasional driving
• Lifting: Must be physically able to tolerate regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds or more)
• Environment: Must be physically able to work inside; tolerate frequent regionwide travel and occasional statewide travel; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Must be able to work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours on occasion
• Regular Attendance is an essential function

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Provides multiple districts with hands-on coaching in instructional and student services to ensure every classroom is set up for success.
2. Uses data to identify where students are struggling and works directly with district staff to implement changes that improve student outcomes.
3. Ensures that teaching materials and methods across both districts meet state standards and the needs of all learners.
4. Supports two districts in recruiting hiring and keeping high-quality teachers and
5. Handles complex personnel issues including evaluations contract renewals and resolving staff grievances or conflicts fairly.
6. Acts as a mentor to campus principals helping them grow as leaders and managers of their own buildings.
7. Regularly checks in with staff and looks at performance data to figure out what training is missing for teachers and administrators.
8. Uses expert knowledge to create and lead engaging professional development sessions that actually work in a real classroom.
9. Sets and meets high personal goals by staying current on the latest educational research and seeking feedback from peers and supervisors.
10. Assists with school board preparations and attends meetings for both districts to learn the politics and transparency of school leadership.
11. Travels regularly between the Region 16 Education Service Center and multiple districts to provide face-to-face support.
12. If not currently certified as a Superintendent the employee must be willing to obtain Texas Superintendent Certification
13. Maintains a functioning cell phone and is accessible through this phone as deemed appropriate by the director A functioning cell phone means that it is charged activated messages checked and mailbox emptied regularly
14. Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities
15. Performs duties that directly and/or indirectly impact student performance in Region
16. Maintains a professional level of confidentiality regarding all ESC matters
17. Supports the mission goals and objectives of the ESC strategic plan
18. Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC safety program
19. Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies processes and procedures
20. Manages time calendar and job responsibilities to meet deadlines
21. Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor
22. Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor
23. Performs other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Junior IC