Assistant Principal, COPELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 2026-2027 School Year

COPELAND ELEMENTARY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

COPELAND ELEMENTARY in Houston, TX seeks an Assistant Principal for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires strong instructional leadership and collaboration with staff, families, and the community to support student achievement.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree, valid administrator certification, and a minimum of four years as a classroom teacher. The incumbent will help develop, monitor, and improve school programs while maintaining a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Administrator certification required.
• Leadership development/training for teacher appraisal preferred.
• Minimum 4 years as a classroom teacher.
• Visionary leader capable of working with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development and evaluation of educational programs.
• Promote innovative instructional programs and pilot them when appropriate.
• Promote technology use in teaching and learning.
• Develop campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community.
• Supervise staff using CF-TESS and conduct evaluations.

Education

Master’s degree

Administrator certification

Instructional Leadership Development

Job description

Assistant Principal, COPELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 2026-2027 School Year

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District COPELAND ELEMENTARY - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5817615
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree from a recognized, accredited college or university is required;
• Appropriate standard administrator certification for the assignment required;
• Instructional Leadership Development; certified training for teacher appraisal or eligible for such preferred;
• A minimum of four (4) years of successful experience as a classroom teacher; and
• A visionary leader in public schools to work collaboratively with diverse students, staff, families, and communities to prepare learners for the 21st century.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Probationary/Term Contract: 200 days

SALARY:

$69,713 (IA-4)

Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs.
• Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate.
• Promote the use of technology in the teaching/learning process.
• Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Participate in the development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.
• Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain and record to track progress on on-campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.
• Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences.
• Use the Cypress-Fairbanks Teacher Evaluation and Support System (CF-TESS) appropriately with teachers bysystematically observing performance, recording observations, and conducting formative andend-of-year evaluations.
• Assist the principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
• Supervise operations in the principal's absence.
• Help plan daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
• Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with the attendance clerk on follow-up investigations.
• Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.
• Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory; maintain records; and verify receipts for materials.
• Assist with safety inspections and safety drill practice activities.
• Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support services.
• Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and board policy.
• Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
• Help develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior.
• Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable.
• Conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignments.
• Articulate the school's mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing its mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
• Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
• Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with the school principal. Supervise teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel, and others as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional district-wide travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

All applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed.

Hiring managers may choose to email you regarding this application.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $69,713 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]