Middle School Assistant Principal – Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Campus
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Qualifications
- Two years of successful classroom teaching experience required.
- Experience supporting instructional coaching and teacher development preferred.
- Experience working in high-needs or turnaround campuses preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support implementation of the ACE instructional model.
- Monitor classroom instruction and support teachers.
- Promote a positive climate for learning.
Skills
Education
Job description
Middle School Assistant Principal – Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Campus
- Job ID: 5586150
- Application Deadline: Posted until filled
- Posted: Mar 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
- Starting Date: Immediately
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Middle 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 with the District ACE Compensation Plan)
PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Assistant Principal – Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Middle 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 assists in strengthening instructional practices, supporting teacher development, monitoring student performance data, and implementing systems of accountability designed to improve academic outcomes. The Assistant Principal works collaboratively with the campus principal and instructional leadership team to support rigorous instruction, effective teacher coaching, and data-driven decision making that results in measurable improvements in student performance.
The Assistant Principal must act with integrity, support organizational goals, demonstrate the ability to inspire and support staff, utilize feedback to improve performance, drive results, and champion the needs of students, employees, and the district.
Required
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Valid Texas Assistant Principal or other appropriate administrative certification
- Minimum of two (2) years of successful classroom teaching experience
Preferred
- Three (3) years of successful experience as a campus administrator
- Five (5) years of classroom teaching experience
- Experience supporting instructional coaching and teacher development
- Experience working in high-needs or turnaround campuses
- Experience analyzing student achievement data to support instructional improvement
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred in some settings
- Thorough understanding of school operations and campus management systems
- Knowledge of effective instructional practices and school improvement strategies
- Ability to analyze and interpret student achievement data to guide instructional improvement
- Knowledge of state accountability systems and campus improvement planning
- Ability to support instructional coaching and teacher development
- 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
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to build collaborative teams and support a culture of accountability
Instructional Management
- Support implementation of the Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) instructional model.
- Participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs aligned with campus improvement goals.
- Monitor classroom instruction and support teachers in implementing rigorous, standards-aligned instructional practices.
- Encourage and support innovative instructional programs and research-based strategies that improve student outcomes.
- Promote the effective use of technology in the teaching and learning process.
- Assist the principal in implementing systems that support continuous instructional improvement.
- Monitor student achievement data and support intervention strategies designed to accelerate student growth.
School / Organizational Climate
- Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.
- Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community stakeholders.
- Support a school culture that reflects high expectations for student achievement and staff performance.
- Assist in building collaborative teams focused on improving instructional outcomes.
Personnel Management
- Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences as assigned.
- Serve as second appraiser in the teacher appraisal system as designated.
- Assist the principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff members.
- Support the professional growth and development of teachers through coaching and feedback.
- Assist in coordinating campus professional development aligned with instructional priorities.
- Support campus Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) that strengthen instructional capacity.
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 extracurricular activity schedules.
- Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and collaborate with attendance personnel on follow-up investigations.
- Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; maintain inventory and verify receipts for materials.
- Assist with safety inspections and safety drill activities.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and district policies.
Student Management
- Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
- Assist in 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 teachers regarding student issues and school concerns.
- Support systems that promote student attendance, engagement, 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 campus professional learning and collaborative instructional planning.
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 other duties as assigned by the principal in support of campus and district goals.
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 may require travel within the district and statewide.
Mental demands include the ability to solve problems, analyze data, interpret policies and regulations, communicate effectively, and maintain emotional 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.
Disclaimer
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
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Spring ISD Careers
- 16717 Ella Blvd
- Houston, Texas 77090-4213
- Phone: (281) 891-6000
- Email: careers@springisd.org
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