Principal Intern 2026-2027

Ector County Independent School District • Odessa, TX

15h

About The Position

This position is designed as a one-year internship with an assigned ECISD principal to engage in daily opportunities to learn and apply the skills and competencies required to lead high-achieving schools

Requirements

• Master’s degree in educational administration
• Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate
• Certified T-TESS appraiser
• Three years of experience as a certified classroom teacher

Nice To Haves

• Three years of Certified Assistant Principal experience- preferred

Responsibilities

• Instructional Management Lead instructional and managerial processes to ensure that learning activities are aligned to district and school expectations
• School Culture Develop and implement systems for positive student and staff culture focused on high expectations for excellence and student achievement.
• Continuous Improvement Use multiple sources of data to identify areas of need and implement action plans for improvement.
• Personnel Management Collaborate with principal on interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff. Observe principal in the process for recommendations to superintendent on termination, suspension, or nonrenewal of employees assigned to campus. T-TESS Evaluations for assigned teachers
• Management of Fiscal, Administrative, and Facilities Functions Partner with principal to develop campus budget based on documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits. Maintain fiscal control. Accurately report fiscal information. Manage use of school facilities. Supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.
• Student Management Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
• Professional Growth and Development Participate in professional learning activities designed for both the principal position and principal inter position.
• School or Community Relations Demonstrate awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
• Supervisory Responsibilities As assigned by Principal

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern