Principal- High/Senior High School (27-28 School Year)

Plano ISD; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD is seeking a Principal for a High/Senior High campus for the 27-28 school year. The role directs and manages the instructional program and campus operations, providing visionary leadership to foster high standards of teaching and learning.

The position aims to ensure effective implementation of district policies and programs and strong community engagement. The candidate will oversee budgeting, staffing, and evaluation, with a focus on CCMR readiness and collaboration among staff,

Qualifications

• Valid Mid-Management or Principal certification.
• Ability to manage budget and personnel.
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the overall operations of a large, multi-campus athletic program and fine arts program
• Experience with feeder system program development.
• Campus principal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct instructional 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 to ensure outcomes and address 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 and student engagement.
• Oversee strategies to improve graduation rates and ensure CCMR standards compliance.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of all campus employees.

Skills

Budget & personnel

Organizational skills

Public relations

Athletics & arts

Feeder system experience

Leadership & supervision

Education

Principal certification

Job description

Principal- High/Senior High School (27-28 School Year) JobID: 1422

• Date Posted: 11/9/2026

Pay Grade:

ADMIN7 - $543.35 daily minimum-- High School

ADMIN8 - $573.45 daily minimum-- Senior High School

Work Days:

ADMIN7 218 - High School

ADMIN8 226 - Senior High School

Primary Purpose

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• Valid Mid-Management or Principal certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of the overall operations of a large, multi-campus athletic program and fine arts program
• Experience with individual player and feeder system program development
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing athletics and fine arts programming

Experience:

• Three years of successful teaching and coaching experience
• Three years of successful assistant principal experience
• Campus principal experience preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Standard 1: Instructional Leadership

• 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.
• For high school principals, oversee strategies to improve graduation rates and ensure compliance with College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) standards.

Standard 2: Human Capital

• Meet regularly with staff teams to strengthen the instructional program and implement district policies.
• Foster collegiality and teamwork among staff, encouraging their active involvement in decision-making.
• Develop and maintain positive staff morale by anticipating, managing, and resolving conflicts effectively.
• Encourage personal and professional growth among staff through mentorship and leadership opportunities.
• Conduct effective hiring, orientation, and development processes in alignment with district guidelines.
• Use district-approved evaluation processes appropriately to provide timely feedback and supervision.
• Use evaluative feedback, performance data, and professional development opportunities to improve performance.
• Define, delegate, and communicate responsibilities effectively within district guidelines.
• Develop campus budgets based on documented needs, ensuring fiscal responsibility and control.
• Identify potential risks in program modifications and implement strategies to mitigate them.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as district policies.
• Ensure facilities are well-maintained, safe, and conducive to a positive learning environment.
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior as outlined by the Texas Education Agency Code of Ethics.

Standard 4: School Culture

• Establish a sense of pride and school spirit among students, staff, and the community.
• Develop and monitor processes that support behavioral expectations and character growth.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all campus activities and programs.
• Communicate and enforce school rules equitably while recognizing student diversity and accomplishments.
• Collaborate with faculty and students to develop and communicate a student management system that fosters positive behavior and school climate.
• Initiate activities to address school-community needs and foster parent involvement.

Standard 5: Strategic Operations

• Focus the campus on achieving district mission and goals through effective planning and resource allocation.
• Utilize appropriate information systems and records to track campus performance objectives.
• Schedule activities efficiently and manage resources to meet campus goals.
• Coordinate auxiliary services (e.g., transportation, food services) to support campus operations effectively.
• Communicate district needs and programs to parents and the community, addressing concerns promptly.
• Demonstrate visibility and engagement with students, parents, and teachers during school activities.
• For high school principals, analyze and use data to meet CCMR benchmarks, collaborating with counselors and staff to guide students toward post-secondary success.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of all campus employees, including but not limited to assistant principals, teachers, counselors, librarians, nurses, special education staff, and support personnel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interpret polices, procedures, and data
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Frequent district-wide and occasional state-wide travel
• Prolonged and irregular working hours
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions