2026-2027 Assistant Principal East Elementary (205 Days)

East Elementary; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Calallen Independent Sch Dist East Elementary in Corpus Christi, Texas seeks an experienced Assistant Principal (205 days) to direct and manage instructional programs and campus operations. The role reports to the Principal and requires strong leadership and organizational skills.

The candidate must hold a Master’s degree and Texas principal certification, with a TTESS appraiser credential preferred, and have prior classroom teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and Texas principal certification required.
• T-TESS appraiser certification required.
• Two years of classroom teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs.
• Reinforce expectations for staff performance in instruction and classroom management.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members and involve them in decision making.
• Lead development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community.
• Maintain information systems to track campus performance objectives and academic indicators.
• Act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws.
• Develop student discipline management system to improve school climate.
• Oversee daily school activities including class schedules and assignments.
• Coordinate transportation, custodial, and cafeteria services to meet campus needs.
• Ensure compliance with district policies and applicable laws.

Skills

Campus operations

Curriculum & instruction

Teaching evaluation

Budget & personnel

Policy & procedures

Data interpretation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree

Texas principal certificate

T-TESS appraiser

Job description

2026-2027 Assistant Principal East Elementary (205 Days)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5930505

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Principal Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Administrator

in an Educational Establishment

Reports to: Principal Date Revised:

Dept./School: Assigned Campus and Level (205 Days)

Primary Purpose:

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 instructional program 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

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management

• Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement where needed.
• Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.

School/Organizational Improvement

• Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school’s mission.
• Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.
• Assist principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.

Student Management

• May act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
• Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• Ensure that students are adequately supervised during noninstructional periods.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

• Oversee campus operations in principal’s absence.
• Assume leadership role for planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
• Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues.
• Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.
• Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures.
• Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs.
• Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.

Personnel Management

• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as second appraiser as needed for designated teacher appraisal system.
• Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.

School/Community Relations

• Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing,/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Updated 3/6/25

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $61,500 to $86,100 Please see our Salary Schedule (Enter website here)

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kim Rodriguez , Principal
• Elementary Campuses
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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