Assistant Principal at Deerpark Middle School
Deerpark Middle School serves roughly 806 students in grades 6 through 8 in Austin, Texas, as part of Round Rock ISD. The campus earned a 2022 TEA accountability rating of B and a Distinction Designation for Comparative Academic Growth (Top 25 Percent). Home of the Rangers.
Mission: To foster success for all students.
Vision: Deerpark is recognized as a premier middle school. We dream big, love learning, and, through our passions, make innovative and positive impacts in the world.
Programs and offerings:
- Deaf Education: Deerpark hosts deaf education students in grades 6 through 8 through the Capital Area Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD). The program serves the northern half of ESC Region 13, drawing students from Round Rock ISD and surrounding districts, with family services provided at no cost.
- AVID: The campus runs AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination), a college-readiness system focused on supporting students in the academic middle toward four-year college enrollment.
- Fine Arts: Band, choir, dance, and orchestra.
- Athletics: A full Ranger athletics program plus physical education.
About the Role:
As Assistant Principal at Deerpark Middle School, you provide administrative support and instructional leadership under the principal to maintain a safe environment where student learning is accomplished and demonstrated. You help lead instructional programs, manage student discipline, support campus operations and safety, and develop staff. The role is evaluated under T-PESS and reports to the principal.
Key Responsibilities:
- Instructional Leadership: Support the campus vision and assist in designing, implementing, supervising, and evaluating instructional programs. Promote high expectations for staff and students.
- Student Management: Administer the discipline management system and Student Code of Conduct consistently. Resolve student and parent concerns promptly and recognize student accomplishments.
- Administrative, Fiscal, and Facilities: Help implement district and campus policy in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Maintain emergency and crisis readiness, safe facilities, accurate student records, and timely reporting. Participate in ARDs and other special program meetings.
- Human Resources: Assist with recruiting, hiring, induction, placement, supervision, and evaluation of assigned staff. Maintain documentation for contract recommendations and support effective campus staffing.
- Organization Improvement: Monitor assessment data and work with the principal to analyze campus needs and refine instructional programs.
- Professional Development: Guide assigned staff in planning and implementing professional development, and participate in development that improves campus performance.
- Testing and Performance: Facilitate state-mandated testing in compliance with state and federal guidelines, and use campus test data to support corrective action.
- Community Relations: Maintain communication between school and community and respond promptly to parent and community requests.
- Culture and Morale: Foster collegiality and team building, recognize staff achievements, and resolve conflicts among campus employees.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in educational administration or a directly related field, or current enrollment in a program leading to one
- One of the following: Texas Principal Certification, One-Year Texas Principal Certification, Texas Mid-Management Certification, or passed the Texas Principal Exam and eligible for certification
- Minimum of three years of classroom teaching experience
- Demonstrated leadership roles at the campus or district level
- Knowledge of TEA and UIL rules, school finance, and human resource practices
- Skill in directing the work of others, analyzing complex information, and building consensus
Why Join Deerpark Middle School?
- A program base broader than most middle schools, including a regional Deaf Education program (RDSPD) and AVID college readiness
- District-level support, mentorship, and leadership development
- A staff and community organized around one mission: success for every student
Ready to apply?
This posting is for visibility purposes only. Interested candidates can find the specific position and submit an official application HERE:
Round Rock ISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.