2025-2026 Assistant Principal @ Hastings High School

Alief Independent School District•Houston, TX

71d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the principal in providing leadership, administration, and supervision of the educational program that promotes optimal student development and achievement. Direct and manage assigned areas of learning programs and campus operations to meet the needs of all stakeholders.

Requirements

Master's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certification
Advanced Education Leadership (AEL) certificate or its equivalent (ILD/ILT) certificate must be obtained within months of start date as designated by the district
Knowledge of campus operations and of curriculum and instruction
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to interpret and analyze data to make sound educational decisions
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Three (3) years of teaching experience

Nice To Haves

Advanced Education Leadership (AEL) certificate or its equivalent (ILD/ILT) certificate
T-TESS Certification preferred or must be obtained within the first 3 months of start date
Five (5) years preferred

Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership
Assist in carrying out the district's goal of improving student achievement.
Monitor development and implementation of lesson plans.
Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional goals and strategies, and classroom management methods according to district expectations.
Assist principal in the implementation, supervision, and evaluation of educational programs.
Assist principal to develop, maintain, and use information systems for reports, records, and track progress of campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.
Human Capital
Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences according to the designated appraisal system.
Assist principal in selecting, training, supervising and evaluating staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Coach staff and help them identify and develop appropriate professional growth opportunities as well as accomplish improvement goals.
Participate in professional development activities to increase knowledge and to improve job-related skills.
Work with campus-level planning and decision-making committees to plan professional development activities for staff that are appropriate for their students' instructional and behavioral needs.
Executive Leadership
Assist the principal in the utilization and enforcement of campus and district policies and administrative regulations.
Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
Oversee reporting and monitoring of student's attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues.
Support and communicate the vision of Alief ISD.
Abide by the Alief ISD Code of Civility.
Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with all stakeholders.
Maintain an acceptable attendance rate - 94% annually (excluding approved leaves and emergencies).
Oversee campus operations in principal's absence.
School Culture
Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in the decision-making process.
Create an inviting, risk free, supportive, and warm school climate that encourages optimal student development and achievement.
Serve with parent, faculty, and student groups as requested in advancing educational and related activities and objectives.
Act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.
Manage student behavior and ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and in accordance with Student Code of Conduct, student handbook.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
Assist at special events held to recognize student achievement and attend school sponsored activities, functions, and athletic events as needed.
Serve a diverse population of students as a positive role model for all stakeholders to support the vision and mission of the school district.
Operations
Perform record-keeping functions as the principal may direct.
Plan and schedule daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, safety inspections, safety drill practice activities and extra-curricular activity schedules.
Work with the principal to gain an understanding of school budgets.
Distribute supplies, textbooks, and equipment to monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures.
Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs.
Other
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.