ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (January 2027)

Kerrville Independent School District; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerrville Independent School District is seeking an Administration/Assistant Principal for Tom Daniels Elementary School. Direct and manage instructional programs and campus operations, overseeing student activities and services in a leadership role.

The position requires a Master's degree, Texas principal certification, and T-TESS appraisal certification, with responsibilities spanning instructional leadership, budget management, and district compliance. 207-day calendar with competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited university.
• Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate.
• Certified Texas Teacher Support and Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs; participate in program evaluation and suggest improvements.
• Reinforce staff performance expectations for instructional strategies and classroom management.
• Foster collegiality and team building; involve staff in decision-making.
• Lead planning to ensure attainment of the campus mission and participate in campus improvement plans.
• Develop and use information systems to track campus performance objectives and academic indicators.
• Act as campus behavioral coordinator and develop a discipline system aligned with policies.
• Ensure fair discipline, conduct conferences with parents and teachers, and supervise students during noninstructional periods.
• Oversee campus operations in principal's absence and schedule daily activities and class timetables.
• Prepare budget requests, manage supplies and inventory, and coordinate transportation, custodial, and cafeteria services.
• Ensure compliance with policies, laws, and district regulations; supervise staff and conduct evaluations.
• Articulate school mission to the community and promote parent involvement; follow safety procedures.
• Supervise and evaluate professional staff; assist principal in hiring and orientation.

Skills

Campus operations

Curriculum knowledge

Instruction evaluation

Budget & personnel

Policy & procedures

Data interpretation

Organization & communication

Education

Master's degree

Texas principal certificate

T-TESS appraiser

Job description

• Position Type:
  Administration/ Assistant Principal
• Date Posted:
  10/29/2026
• Location:
  Tom Daniels Elementary School

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage assigned areas of instructional program and campus operations. Oversee assigned student activities and services.

Salary:

Pay Grade 5 of the Administrative and Professional Pay Plan
$66,687 - $91,527
207 days

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Master's degree from accredited university

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 successful 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 to 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 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.
• 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.
• 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, administrative assistants, 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

Postings current as of 10/31/2026 1:47:21 PM CST.