Assistant Principal - High School

Region:

4

School District/Employer:

District Category/Employer:

Campus,

Position:

Assistant Principal,

Assignment Level:

Level

• High School

Job Title:

Assistant Principal - High School

School:

Cleveland 9th Grade Campus

Campus Description:

Date Posted:

12/10/2025

Deadline:

Until Filled

Openings:

1

Commitment:

Full Time

Description/Notes:

PRIMARY FUNCTION
Direct and manage assigned areas of instructional program and campus operations. Oversee assigned student activities and services.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate
Certified Texas Teacher Support and Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser Special

Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of campus operations Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to evaluate the instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Two years experience as a classroom teacher

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement where needed.
2. Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management.
3. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in the decision-making process.
4. Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure the attainment of the school’s mission.
5. Participate in the development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.
6. Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.
7. May act as campus behavior coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.
8. Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
9. Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied, and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
10. Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers. 11. Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
12. Oversee campus operations in the principal’s absence.
13. Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling daily school activities, including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
14. Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues.
15. Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.
16. Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures.
17. Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs.
18. Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.
19. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as the second appraiser as needed for the designated teacher appraisal system.
20. Assist the principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
21. Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
22. Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
23. Engage in professional development activities to improve leadership
24. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
25. Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel, and others as assigned.
26. Maintain confidentiality.
27. Reliable attendance and punctuality.
28. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
29. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
30. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
31. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
32. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
33. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and the Superintendent of Schools.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Master’s degree in educational administration
Valid Texas principal or other appropriate certificate Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser

Salary Range:

Salary Minimum: $71,070
Duty Days: 200

Benefits:

How To Apply: