Aspiring Principal Apprentice 2026–27 | Leadership Path

Houston Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Independent School District is seeking a Principal Apprentice as part of its bold transformation to build a high-performance culture. The role provides immersive leadership development through in-house training and real-time mentoring from a sitting campus principal.

Apprentices will drive academic achievement, foster a positive school culture, and implement NES principles and Year 2035 competencies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Valid Texas Principal Certification.
• 2-3 years of administrative experience as Principal, Assistant Principal, or Dean of Instruction.
• At least two years of exemplary teaching or comparable leadership experience.
• Additional leadership experience on the campus or otherwise.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a mentor principal to support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of school-wide priorities, systems, and policies.
• Assist in managing daily campus operations with a focus on time management, efficiency, and instructional alignment.
• Observe and support high-quality instruction by providing timely feedback to teachers, aligned with the district’s coaching expectations.
• Support implementation of NES instructional frameworks and help lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
• Help cultivate a safe and orderly learning environment aligned to district-wide expectations.
• Assist in implementing data-driven interventions to improve academic outcomes, behavior systems, and student well-being.
• Engage in rigorous professional development designed to build school leadership capacity.
• Build strong relationships with families, staff, and community partners to create alignment around student success.
• Collect, analyze, and present school and student data to inform decision-making and instructional adjustments.
• Assist with scheduling, compliance monitoring, facilities, budgeting, and enrollment management.
• Participate in high-impact district initiatives and campus projects aligned to strategic goals.

Education

Master’s degree

Valid Texas Principal Certification

Job description

Houston Independent School District is seeking a Principal Apprentice as part of its bold transformation to build a high-performance culture. The role provides immersive leadership development through in-house training and real-time mentoring from a sitting campus principal.

Apprentices will drive academic achievement, foster a positive school culture, and implement NES principles and Year 2035 competencies.