Districtwide Principal Pool 26-27

Spring ISD

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Spring Independent School District is seeking a Districtwide Principal for the Houston area to direct instructional programs and manage campus operations with integrity and a focus on student achievement. Immediate starting date, with a structured leadership role across campuses.

The role requires a Master’s degree, Texas principal certification, and several years of teaching and leadership experience to drive school improvement and strong district performance.

Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid Texas Principal Certification or other Administrative certification.
Five years experience as a classroom teacher.
Three to five years in instructional leadership roles.

Responsibilities

Direct, lead and manage instructional programs at campus level.
Oversee compliance with district policies and procedures.
Provide leadership to ensure high standards of academic achievement.
Supervise operations and personnel on campus.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Policy interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas Principal Certification

Job description

Districtwide Principal Pool 26-27

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Job Details

Job ID: 5551337

Application Deadline: Feb 28, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Mar 01, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The School Principal will direct, lead and manage instructional program(s) and supervise operations and personnel at the campus level. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of academic achievement. Oversee compliance with district policies and procedures, success of instructional programs, and operation of all campus activities.

The School Principal must act with integrity, support organizational goals, demonstrate the ability to inspire, grow and motivate others, utilize feedback, drive for results and commit to championing the needs of the students, employees and overall District.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

Master’s degree from an accredited College or University
Valid Texas Principal Certification or other Administrative certification
Five years experience as a classroom teacher
Three - five years successful experience in instructional leadership roles (depending on campus assignment)

Preferred:

Five years experience as a campus administrator

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Thorough understanding of school operations
Ability to coordinate campus support operations
Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate campus functions
Ability to interpret and apply policy, procedures, and data
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonalskills

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Management

Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to student needs and program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions.
Regularly consult campus-level committees about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program. Include students and community representatives when appropriate.
Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.

School or Organization Morale

Foster collegiality and team building among staff members.
Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.
Provide for two-way communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.
Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to staff and students.
Recognize excellence and achievement.
Ensure that effective and quick resolution of conflicts.

School or Organizational Improvement

Build common vision for school improvement with staff.
Direct planning activities and put programs in place with staff to ensure attainment of school’s mission.
Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school correlates) to promote school improvement.
Develop and set annual campus performance objectives for each of the Academic Excellence Indicators using the campus planning process and site-based decision-making committee.
Develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary to show campus progress on performance objectives addressing each Academic Excellence Indicator.

Personnel Management

Interview, select, and orient new staff.
Approve all personnel assigned to campus.
Define expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.
Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff.
Make recommendations to superintendent on termination, suspension, or non-renewal of employees assigned to campus.

Management of Fiscal, Administrative and Facilities Functions

Comply with district policies and state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools.
Develop campus budgets based on documented program needs, estimated enrollments, personnel, and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits. Maintain fiscal control. Accurately report fiscal information.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required including accurate and timely reports of maximum attendance to requisition textbooks.
Manage use of school facilities.
Supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.

Student Management

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 observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Conduct timely, effective conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.

Professional Growth and Development

Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment and demonstrate professional, ethical and responsible behavior.
Serve as a role model for all campus staff
Promote increased capacity in staff by providing for aligned professional development.

School or Community Relations

Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission and utilize effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
Demonstrate awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. This position will also require both traveling within the district and statewide. Mental demands: Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to interpret a variety of data; ability to interpret TEC and policy; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory, ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

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

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