Elementary School Assistant Principal – Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Campus

Spring ISD

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

ACE Leadership Stipend

Job summary

Spring Independent School District is seeking an Elementary School Assistant Principal for the Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Campus in Houston. The ACE stipend of $12,000 annually accompanies this leadership role, with duties aligned to ACE turnaround expectations and strong instructional leadership.

The position reports to the Principal on Special Assignment for ACE Campus and requires a valid Texas administrator certification, a Texas teaching certificate, and a master's degree.

Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Valid Texas Assistant Principal or other appropriate administrative certification is required.
Valid Texas Teaching Certificate is required.
Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience is required.

Responsibilities

Support the ACE instructional model implementation across the campus.
Assist in development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs.
Ensure rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in all classrooms with feedback to teachers.
Monitor instructional practices and support data-driven improvement.
Coordinate campus operations and safety compliance as needed.

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas Assistant Principal or other appropriate administrative certification

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate

Job description

Elementary School Assistant Principal – Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Campus

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Job Details

Job ID: 5586188

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

JOB TITLE: Elementary School Assistant Principal – Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE)Campus

REPORTS TO: Principal on Special Assignment – ACE Campus

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

PAY GRADE: CA 1

ACE STIPEND: $12,000 Annual ACE Leadership Stipend (in accordance withthe District ACE Compensation Plan)

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Assistant Principal – Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Elementary School supports the campus principal in implementing the Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) turnaround model and ensuring strong instructional leadership, effective school operations, and systems that accelerate student achievement.

The ACE Assistant Principal works collaboratively with the principal and instructional leadership team to support rigorous instruction, strengthen teacher effectiveness,monitorstudent performance data, and implement campus improvement strategies that lead to measurable improvements in student outcomes.

The Assistant Principal must act with integrity, support organizational goals,demonstratethe ability to inspire and support staff,utilizefeedback to improve performance, drive results, and champion the needs of students, employees, and the district.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas Assistant Principal or otherappropriate administrativecertification

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate

Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience

Preferred

Two or more years of successful experience as a campus administrator

Five or more years of classroom teaching experience

Experience supporting instructional coaching and teacher development

Experience working in high-needs or turnaround campuses

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred in some settings

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

Thorough understanding of school operations and campus management systems

Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and effective teaching practices

Ability to analyze and interpret student achievement data to guide instructional improvement

Knowledge of state accountability systems and campus improvement planning

Ability to coach and support teachers in improving instructional practices

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to coordinate campus support operations and manage multiple priorities

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and compliance requirements

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment focused on continuous improvement

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional Management

Support the implementation of the Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) instructional model.

Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs.

Support the principal in ensuring rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in all classrooms.

Monitor instructional practices and provide feedback to teachers to strengthen teaching and learning.

Support teachers in implementing research-based instructional strategies and high-quality instructional materials.

Encourage and support innovative instructional practices and continuous improvement.

Promote the effective use of instructional technology in the teaching and learning process.

Assist in monitoring student performance data andsupportinterventions to improve student achievement.

School / Organizational Climate

Promote a positive, caring school climate that supports student learning and staff collaboration.

Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community members.

Support a school culture that reflectshigh expectationsfor both students and staff.

Assistin building collaborative teams focused on improving instructional outcomes.

Personnel Management

Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences as assigned.

Serve assecondappraiser in the teacher appraisal system as designated.

Assistthe principal in recruiting, interviewing, selecting, and orientingnew staffmembers.

Support the professional growth and development of teachers through coaching and feedback.

Assistin coordinating campus professional development activities aligned with campus instructional goals.

Administration and Fiscal / Facilities Management

Supervise campus operations in the absence of the principal.

Assist in planning daily school activities, including class schedules, teacher assignments, and activity schedules.

Assistwith supervision and monitoring of student attendance and work with attendance personnel on follow-up investigations.

Requisitionsupplies, textbooks, and equipment; maintain inventory and verify receipts for materials.

Assistwith campus safety inspections and safety drill activities.

Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and district policies.

Student Management

Ensure students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.

Assistin developing and implementing a student discipline management system that promotes positive student behavior.

Ensure school rules are applied consistently and that student discipline practices are fair and equitable.

Conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachersregardingstudent issues and school concerns.

Assistin implementing systems that support student attendance, behavior, and academic success.

Professional Growth and Development

Participate in all required professional development and training, which may occur within or outside the regular instructional day or employee work calendar.

Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job responsibilities.

Participate in instructional leadership meetings, data analysis sessions, and campus improvement planning.

Support andparticipatein campus Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and teacher collaboration structures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with the campus principal. Supervise teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel, and other staff as assigned.

Other Duties

Perform all otherduties asassigned by the principal in support of campus and district goals.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. This position may require travel within the district and statewide.

Mental demands include the ability to solve problems, analyze data, interpret policies and regulations, communicate effectively, andmaintainemotional control under stress.

The position may require participation in professional development, collaborative planning sessions, and instructional meetings beyond the standard school day as part of the ACE instructional model.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

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