Assistant Principal - Spring Woods High - School Year 2026-2027

Spring Branch Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 92,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District is seeking an Assistant Principal at Spring Woods High School for the 2026-2027 school year. This administrative role reports to the building principal and requires certification and strong instructional leadership to drive student achievement.

The position oversees campus operations, compliance with district policies, and staff development while fostering a positive school climate and effective communication with families and the community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a recognized, accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas Standard Principal or Mid-Management certification.
• Current certification in ILD, ILT or AEL required at time of hire or the ability to obtain such certification in the first 60 days of employment based on availability of courses.
• T-TESS Certification required at time of hire or the ability to obtain such certification in the first 60 days of employment based on availability of courses.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs and student achievement.
• Encourage and support development of instructional programs. Promote the use of achievement data and the use of technology in the teaching/learning process.
• Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents.
• Participate in the development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents and community members.
• Assist Principal in the evaluation of instructional and support personnel. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences.
• Assist Principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
• Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity, a collaborative leadership style and high ethical standards.
• Maintain appropriate certification and training for role.
• Promote the continuing professional development of staff members. Assist in designing and delivering staff development.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Effective communication

Personal integrity

Collaborative leadership

Personal scholarship

Education

Master’s degree

Texas Principal/Mid-Management certification

ILD/ILT/AEL certification within 60 days

T-TESS certification within 60 days

Job description

Assistant Principal - Spring Woods High - School Year 2026-2027 JobID: 8000

• Position Type: Administration/ Administrator
• Date Posted: 8/17/2026
• Location: Spring Woods High School

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Assistant Principal - High School

Job Title: Assistant Principal - High School

Reports To: Building Principal

Classification: Administrative

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Days: 212

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Administrative/Professional Pay Plan, Pay Grade 107

Contract: Probationary/Term

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Primary Purpose: SBISD is looking for a dynamic and energetic educational leader to ensure high standards of instruction, focus on student achievement to ensure success for all students, supervise operation, personnel and activities at the campus, oversee compliance of District policies and articulate effectively the goals of the school and District to staff and community.

Qualifications/Skills

Education/Certification:

• Master's degree from a recognized, accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas Standard Principal or Mid-Management certification.
• Current certification in ILD, ILT or AEL required at time of hire or the ability to obtain such certification in the first 60 days of employment based on availability of courses.
• T-TESS Certification required at time of hire or the ability to obtain such certification in the first 60 days of employment based on availability of courses.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Exemplifies instructional leadership, effective communication skills, personal integrity, collaborative leadership style and personal scholarship.
• Demonstrates ability to interpret data and address needs of school & community.

Experience:

• Minimum of three years experience as a classroom teacher.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional and Organizational Leadership:

• Participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs and student achievement.
• Encourage and support development of instructional programs. Promote the use of achievement data and the use of technology in the teaching/learning process.
• Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents.
• Participate in the development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents and community members.
• Assist Principal in the evaluation of instructional and support personnel. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences.
• Assist Principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
• Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity, a collaborative leadership style and high ethical standards.
• Maintain appropriate certification and training for role.
• Promote the continuing professional development of staff members. Assist in designing and delivering staff development.

Administration:

• Supervise operations in the Principal's absence.
• Assist in planning daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular schedules.
• Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance. Ensure required reporting data is accurate and timely in all areas.
• Assist with safety inspections, safety drills, and other safety-related activities.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of school operations and ability to coordinate campus programs and activities.
• Assist in the development of the master schedule and allocation of resources.
• Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with school principal. Supervise teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.

Student Management:

• Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
• Implement a student 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 students, teachers, and parents.
• Assist students in planning their academic success.

Other:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians.

Equipment Used: Personal computer, ACTIV board, printer, copier, and fax machine

Working Conditions

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands:

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Prolonged use of the computer.

Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

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. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.