Assistant Principal, HS (2026-2027 School Year)

Spring Independent School District•Houston, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The High School Assistant Principal is responsible for providing leadership for the administrative operation of the school consistent with District policies, procedures and programs. The High School Assistant Principal must act with integrity, support organizational goals, demonstrate the ability to inspire, grow and motivate others, utilize feedback, drive for results and commit to championing the needs of the students, employees and overall District.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas Administrator Certification
Three years of experience as a classroom teacher
Two years of experience as a successful high school administrator
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Skilled in MS Office products
Strong leadership skills, directing all levels within the organization
Achievement oriented, decisive, team and customer oriented, analytical, strong communicator and innovative
Familiarity with school campuses and their operations
Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate campus functions
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Ability to coordinate professional learning communities
Knowledge of crisis management and safety work environment procedures
Knowledge of facility maintenance and operations
Ability to multi-task

Responsibilities

Assist the Principal in the administrative operation of the school using campus data.
Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
Monitor student attendance; notify parents and attendance committee regarding students with excessive absences.
Foster collegiality and team building among staff members and encourage their active involvement in the decision-making process.
Provide for two-way communication with area superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community, and promote expectations for high-level performance to staff and students.
Ensure the effective and quick resolution to conflicts and demonstrate resilience during and after high stress situations.
Identify, analyze, and apply research findings to promote school improvement.
Work with principal and campus advisory committee in setting annual campus performance goals, developing plans for improvement and monitoring campus progress.
Assist principal with interviewing, selecting and orienting new staff.
Assist the principal in defining expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.
Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff.
Supervise operations in principal’s absence.
Comply with district policies and state federal laws and regulations affecting the schools.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required including accurate and timely reports of maximum attendance to requisition textbooks.
Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs including management of multiple activity funds.
Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
Monitor and communicate to staff, students and parents student eligibility for UIL and other extra-curricular activities.
Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians.