DAEP Administrator

BRAVES CENTER; Nevada (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BRAVES CENTER in Nevada, Texas, seeks a DAEP Administrator to lead the Disciplinary Alternative Education Program, ensuring a safe, structured environment while delivering rigorous academics and behavioral interventions. The role focuses on transitioning students back to home campuses with essential academic and social-emotional skills.

The administrator will oversee instructional leadership, data-driven accountability, and interdepartmental collaboration, while managing campus operations and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Educational Administration or related field.
• Valid Texas Principal Certificate.
• TTESS Evaluator certification preferred or required within a specific timeframe.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of campus administrative experience (Assistant Principal preferred).
• Experience with at-risk youth/alternative education programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional leadership and academic management aligned with TEKS and district curriculum.
• Collaborate with home campus admins and teachers for credit accrual and data transition.
• Monitor STAAR/EOC data to implement targeted interventions.
• Oversee discipline and behavior management per PBIS and restorative practices.
• Manage campus operations: registration, attendance, scheduling, and facilities.

Skills

Instructional Leadership

Data Analysis

Communication

Public Relations

Emotional Intelligence

Crisis De-escalation

Education

MS in Educational Admin

Texas Principal Certificate

TTESS Evaluator

Job description

DAEP Administrator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5856995

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

To provide leadership, direction, and supervision for the Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP). The Principal will ensure a safe, structured, and rehabilitative learning environment that focuses on both rigorous academic instruction and intensive behavioral intervention. The goal is to successfully transition students back to their home campuses with the academic and social-emotional skills necessary for success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Instructional Leadership & Academic Management
  • Direct and manage the instructional program to ensure alignment with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and district curriculum.
  • Collaborate with home campus administrators and teachers to ensure seamless credit accrual, coursework continuity, and timely transition of student data.
  • Monitor and analyze student achievement data (including STAAR/EOC performance) to implement targeted academic interventions.
  • Ensure proper implementation of accommodations and modifications for students receiving Special Education, Section 504, and Emergent Bilingual services.
• Behavioral Intervention & Campus Culture
  • Establish and maintain a safe, highly structured, and disciplined environment conducive to learning, in strict accordance with Texas Education Code Chapter 37 .
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive behavior management system rooted in restorative practices, trauma-informed care and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
  • Oversee the intake process for all placed students, ensuring parents and students clearly understand campus expectations, rules and transition requirements.
  • Coordinate counseling, social work, and mental health services to address the root causes of student misconduct.
• School Management & Operations
  • Manage campus operations, including student registration, attendance monitoring, scheduling, and facility maintenance.
  • Oversee campus security measures, collaborating closely with School Resource Officers (SROs) and district security personnel.
  • Prepare and administer the campus budget based on documented program needs and estimated enrollment.
  • Maintain accurate records and compile reports regarding student attendance , discipline, PEIMS data, and program effectiveness.
• Personnel Management
  • Recruit, interview, select, and intermediate the onboarding of high-quality faculty and staff who are well-suited for alternative education.
  • Evaluate teacher and staff performance using the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) or district-approved evaluation tools.
  • Provide continuous professional development focused on classroom management, deescalation strategies, differentiated instruction, and social-emotional learning (SEL).
• Community & Parent Relations
  • Convene and lead mandatory student transition meetings with parents, students, and home campus representatives upon a student's entry and exit from the DAEP.
  • Maintain open lines of communication with parents/guardians regarding student academic progress and behavioral growth.
  • Establish partnerships with local community resources, juvenile justice agencies (e.g., TJJD), and social service organizations to support students and families.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Certification

• Master’s Degree in Educational Administration, Principal Leadership, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas Principal Certificate (or Mid-Management Administrator Certificate).
• Certified T-TESS Evaluator (preferred or required within a specific timeframe).

Experience

• Minimum of [3-5] years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• Minimum of [2-3] years of campus administrative experience (Assistant Principal experience preferred).
• Experience working with at-risk youth, alternative education programs, or intensive behavior intervention settings is highly preferred.

Special Knowledge & Skills

• Deep working knowledge of Texas Education Code Chapter 37 (Discipline; Law and Order).
• Strong understanding of curriculum (TEKS), instructional strategies, and data-driven accountability.
• Expertise in student behavior management, conflict resolution, crisis de-escalation (e.g., CPI certification), and restorative discipline.
• Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle high-stress situations with emotional intelligence and decisiveness.

Working Conditions

• Mental Demands : Ability to maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions; manage high-volume, high-stakes behavioral crises.
• Physical Demands/Environmental Factors : Frequent district-wide travel; occasional prolonged or irregular hours. Frequent standing, walking, and ability to assist in physical de-escalation/restraint if certified and necessary for safety.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $85,822.90 to $109,504 Per Year

Job Categories: Administration > Principal/Dean/Head of School

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Jodi Davis , Chief of Student Services
• DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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