Assistant Principal, Elementary - District Wide

District Wide/Midland ISD; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Independent School District in Midland, Texas, seeks an Assistant Principal, Elementary - District Wide, to provide leadership under the principal and supervise instructional staff across assigned campuses.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree, valid Mid-Management/Principal certification, TTESS certification, and preferred bilingual/ESL exam; experience as a classroom teacher and in instructional leadership is required. 217-day work year; starting Jul 8, 2026.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from accredited college or university.
• Valid Mid-Management or Principal certification.
• Certified in the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS).
• Pass Bilingual or ESL exam through the Texas Education Agency preferred

Responsibilities

• Evaluate instruction within classrooms, assess the effectiveness of the instructional program, and initiate improvements as appropriate.
• Assist in evaluating instructional materials and recommend the most appropriate items available for the purpose of facilitating effective instruction.
• Promote the active involvement of teachers in curriculum development and implementation.
• Assist in providing curriculum coordination and balance.
• Assist in interpreting grading policies for students.
• Assume responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal.
• Participate in planning and revising the school handbook and other school publications.

Education

Master’s degree

Mid-Management/Principal cert

TTESS certification

Bilingual/ESL exam preferred

Job description

26-27 Assistant Principal, Elementary - District Wide

MIDLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT District Wide/Midland ISD - Midland, Texas Open in Google Maps

26-27 Assistant Principal, Elementary - District Wide

MIDLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT District Wide/Midland ISD - Midland, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Midland Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5521571
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 03, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 8, 2026

Job Description

POSITION:Assistant Principal, Secondary (High School, Early College)

EXEMPT STATUS:Exempt

NUMBER OF DAYS:217

PAY GRADE: 6

DIVISION:

DEPARTMENT:Assigned campus and level

REPORTS TO:Principal

SUPERVISES:Supervise and evaluate the performance of personnel as assigned

EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree from accredited college or university
• Valid Mid-Management or Principal certification
• Certified in the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS)
• Pass Bilingual or ESL exam through the Texas Education Agency preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Three years of experience as a classroom teacher
• Three years of experience in instructional leadership roles

Position Function/Purpose

To provide leadership in the operation of the school by assisting the principal.

Major Responsibilities and duties:

Instructional Management

1. Evaluate instruction within classrooms, assess the effectiveness of the instructional program, and

initiate improvements as appropriate.

2. Assist in evaluating instructional materials and recommend the most appropriate items available for the

purpose of facilitating effective instruction.

3. Promote the active involvement of teachers in curriculum development and implementation.

4. Assist in providing curriculum coordination and balance.

5. Assist in interpreting grading policies for students.

School/Organization Climate

6. Assist in maintaining a school atmosphere which promotes effective learning.

7. Assist teachers, where necessary, in becoming sensitive to the needs, interests, and feelings of students.

8. Assist in the coordination of an effective guidance program.

9. Understand thoroughly the services of pupil, counseling, and nursing personnel and assists in directing pupils,

teachers, and parents to the appropriate services.

10. Assist in the campus PEIMS coordination

School/Organization Improvement

11. Assume responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal.

12. Participate in planning and revising the school handbook and other school publications.

13. Assist in the development of the master schedule for the school.

14. Assist in the maintenance of required forms and student records.

15. Participate with the principal in developing and implementing school policies.

Personnel Management

16. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff;

serve as a second appraiser in the Professional Development and Appraisal System.

17. Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new instructional staff.

18. Assist in selecting, assigning, training, supervising, and evaluating the performance of support

professional staff.

19. Assist in obtaining and orienting substitute teachers.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

20. Assist with inventories and with the ordering and distribution supplies.

21. Assist in the administration and organization of business affairs, especially the development of

school budgets.

22. Assist in coordinating the use, maintenance, security, and repair of the school building, equipment,

and grounds.

23. Assist in the organization and coordination of transportation which services the school.

24. Assist in the administration and supervision of the cafeteria.

25. Assist in grouping and assigning pupils to classes.

26. Share responsibility for the direction of school calendar, activities program, and assemblies.

Student Management

27. Assist in student disciplinary matters.

28. Assist principal and faculty to ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student

discipline is appropriate and equitable.

School/Community Relations

29. Promote the understanding and implementation of the Midland Independent School District's

philosophy, goals, and objectives.

30. Assist in the articulation and coordination of the educational program.

31. Assist in planning, evaluating, and leading faculty, departmental, grade-group, and/or parent meetings.

32. Initiate and maintain appropriate communication with parents.

33. Assist in coordinating activities of the various school advisory committees and the PTA.

Professional Growth and Development

34. Formulate, with the principal, an annual Assistant Principal Professional Development Plan.

35. Observe professional and ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards

and the Texas Education Agency code