Middle School Principal — Instructional Leader & Growth

Plano ISD; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD is seeking a Principal for a Secondary (Middle School) for the 2027-28 school year to lead the instructional program, oversee campus operations, and promote high standards of teaching and learning. The role requires strong budget/people management, collaboration with staff and the community, and a focus on student achievement.

The Principal will direct campus programs, ensure policy implementation, and drive an environment that supports student success and community engagement while

Qualifications

• Valid Mid-Management or Principal certification.
• Experience managing budgets and personnel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the instructional program and oversee campus operations.
• Provide visionary instructional leadership to foster high standards of teaching and learning.
• Ensure effective implementation of district policies and programs, cultivating an environment that supports student success and community engagement.
• Direct assigned school services to provide equitable opportunities for all students.
• Promote efforts to support each child's development and ensure they achieve their fullest potential.
• Facilitate collaboration among principals, teachers, and parents to enhance student learning.
• Monitor instructional and managerial processes systematically to ensure alignment with desired outcomes and address the needs of all students.
• Encourage and support innovative instructional programs to drive academic success.
• Assist teachers in implementing effective strategies and interpreting assessment data to ensure student mastery.
• Promote a positive and caring climate for learning while fostering student engagement.
• Establish and supervise campus budgets and resource allocations in line with district guidelines.

Skills

Budget management

Personnel management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of UIL policies

Education

Mid-Management or Principal certification

Job description

Plano ISD is seeking a Principal for a Secondary (Middle School) for the 2027-28 school year to lead the instructional program, oversee campus operations, and promote high standards of teaching and learning. The role requires strong budget/people management, collaboration with staff and the community, and a focus on student achievement.

The Principal will direct campus programs, ensure policy implementation, and drive an environment that supports student success and community engagement while