Assistant Principal, HS (2026-2027 School Year)

Spring Independent School District•Houston, TX

17h•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 and accredited college or university
Valid Texas Administrator Certification
Two years of experience as a classroom teacher

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a successful high school administrator
Five years of experience as a classroom teacher

Responsibilities

Using campus data to assist the Principal in the administrative operation of the school.
Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
Work with assistant principal on monitoring student attendance; notify parents and attendance committee regarding students with excessive absences.
Foster collegiality and team building among staff members.
Encourage their active involvement in 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.
Ensures the effective and quick resolution to conflicts and demonstrates resilience during and after high stress situations.
Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., Breaking Ranks recommendations) 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 parent’s 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.