Principal Assistant (207 Days)

• Master's degree in Education or a directly related field from an accredited university or active enrollment in a program leading to a master's degree required.


• Texas standard Principal certificate, mid-management certificate, or a probationary certificate based on admission to a TEA approved Administration Preparation Program.


• Three years of experience as a classroom teacher.


• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, strategies, goals and objectives of public education.


• Knowledge of procedures, techniques and strategies pertaining to the administration of school level operation.


• Ability to effectively plan, organize and coordinate the management functions and activities of school operation.


• Ability to carry out responsibilities with little or no supervision.


• Ability to handle multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.


• Ability to promote a positive, caring climate for learning.


• Ability to effectively analyze problems, issues and concerns and formulate appropriate alternative solutions.


• Ability to deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.


• Ability to interact effectively with student, staff, parents and community members.


• Organizational, prioritization, communication and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position.


• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.


• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.

**Please note that there are numerous parts to the Assistant Principal candidate pool application.  The supplemental application will be automatically emailed to you upon completion of your initial application in TMS.  Your application for the 2026-2027 School Year will not be considered complete until both the initial and the supplemental components have been submitted.

Executive Leadership - The assistant principal demonstrates the ability to produce exceptional outcomes through modeling and supporting others.

• Supports and implements a shared vision of success
• Supports and implements campus-wide goals
• Impacts and influences changes that will improve the school
• Maximizes human potential
• Makes effective decisions that support campus goals
• Develops and implements strategic plans

Instructional Leadership - The assistant principal is committed to maintaining a comprehensive program of instruction.

• Supports implementation of standards-based curriculum
• Supports the implementation of high-quality, effective classroom instructional strategies that drive increases in student achievement
• Provides actionable feedback to teachers to improve the quality of instruction
• Completes rigorous evaluations of instructional staff for continuous improvement and accountability for results
• Monitors and supports the use of student level data to drive continuous improvement

Human Capital - The assistant principal develops the effectiveness of campus personnel through professional learning opportunities.

• Trains, develops, and supports a high performing campus staff
• Develops leadership capacity of campus staff
• Contributes to the retention of the most talented and valued staff

Strategic Operations - The assistant principal strategically plans and manages campus systems and operations.

• Manages resources (people, financial, equipment) effectively to support the organization's goals
• Effectively organizes and manages school and personal time to accomplish campus goals
• Establishes and supports organizational practices with long-term sustainability in mind

Professional Responsibilities - The assistant principal conducts themselves professionally.

• Supports and maintains positive relationships with all stakeholders
• Communicates and behaves effectively with stakeholders (students, teachers, staff, parents, community, and District)
• Maintains personal and professional development

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.