Assistant Principal - Elementary

Katy Independent School District; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy Independent School District is seeking an Assistant Principal at King Elementary in Katy, TX. Immediate start for a registered leader with a strong instructional background to guide school programs and staff.

The role requires collaboration with the Principal, supervision of programs, and leadership in discipline and climate. 208 duty days, Exempt status, and ongoing professional development are expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and Mid-Management Certification required.
• Minimum of five years classroom teaching experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability as an instructional leader.
• Certified teacher appraiser/T-TESS AEL certified (or able to obtain).
• Proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal with program planning, supervision, and evaluation.
• Maintain records and submit reports as required by policy or law.
• Interact effectively with students to promote positive attitudes.
• Assist staff in identifying and solving instructional problems.
• Utilize district resources to maintain and improve instruction.
• Facilitate staff training and inservice activities.
• Implement a discipline management system for a productive campus.
• Communicate school goals and TEA regulations to staff and publics.
• Engage community members and agencies in a supportive role.

Skills

Leadership

Instructional Leadership

Staff Development

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Principal/Mid-Management Certificate

Job description

Assistant Principal - Elementary

Katy ISD KING ELEMENTARY - Katy, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5890527

Application Deadline: Aug 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports To: Principal

Duty Days: 208 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: I02

Qualifications:

Master’s degree

Possess Principal/Mid-Management Certificate

Minimum of five years successful classroom teaching experience or equivalent (ie: Instructional Coach)

Demonstrated ability as an instructional leader

Certified teacher appraiser/T-TESS AEL Certified (or able to obtain certification)

Proven leadership skills

Primary Purpose: Work with the Principal to coordinate and administrate the various programs of the school within the framework of the philosophy, goals, and policy established by the Board, within the status and standards of regulatory agencies, and in accordance with administrative regulations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Principal with overall program planning, supervision, and evaluation for the assigned school.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of programs and projects for which he/she is responsible and punctually submit accurate reports as may be required by law, District policy, or administrative regulation.
• Interact effectively with students to promote positive attitudes toward the school programs.
• Assist faculty and staff in identifying, defining, and solving instructional related problems.
• Utilize the instructional staff and support services (intra-district and inter-district) to maintain and improve the instructional program.
• Facilitate teacher implementation of concepts and content in all instructional areas.
• Conduct instructional observations and conferences with staff that result in diagnostic and prescriptive feedback for growth and improved performance.
• Facilitate staff development including inservice activities, workshops, and support materials.
• Implement a discipline management system that produces a productive campus environment.
• Assist faculty and staff in maintaining a learning environment (curricular, co-curricular, extracurricular) that enhances the academic, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Create and maintain a positive climate for the campus staff.
• Exhibit and encourage high professional and ethical standards.
• Support, communicate, and interpret District goals, policies, procedures, and directives to the staff under his/her direction and supervise their implementation
• Demonstrate professional interactions and support for cooperatively reached decisions
• Maintain poise appropriate to situations.
• Professionally communicate and interpret school goals, Board polices, administrative procedures, and TEA regulations to the various publics.
• Maintain a positive image of the school by involving community members and agencies in a supportive role and by attending school functions.

Equipment Used:

Personal computer, printer, copier, and fax machine.

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional districtwide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department , Receptionist
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Katy, Texas 77494
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]