Principal - Middle School - District Wide - 2026-2027

Judson ISD; Texas; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Judson ISD seeks an experienced Principal for a Middle School district-wide assignment for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires Texas Mid-Management/Principal certification, a master’s degree, and leadership credentials such as ILD and T-TESS within 90 days.

The Principal will lead instructional programs, staffing, budgeting and compliance across campuses under the Deputy Superintendent / Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas Mid-Management/Principal Certification.
• Current ILD and T-TESS certification within 90 days.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Background fingerprinting clearance required (approx. $50).

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional leadership and directs planning, staff supervision, and evaluation of the instructional program.
• Builds a common vision for school improvement and leads collaborative planning with staff.
• Sets expectations for staff performance in instructional strategies, classroom management and public communication.
• Supervises and evaluates campus staff including APs, teachers, and support staff.
• Administers the budget and ensures program needs are funded within fiscal limits.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Staffing

Instructional leadership

Education

Master's Degree

Principal Certification

ILD Certification

T-TESS Certification

Texas Driver’s License

Job description

Principal - Middle School - District Wide - 2026-2027

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Job Details

Job ID: 5971852
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title

Principal - Middle School

Department

Campus Based

Reports To

Deputy Superintendent / Superintendent

Compensation

AP 508

Days

226

Revised: 10/26/2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Principal provides instructional leadership through planning, organizing, directing, supervising and evaluating the instructional program and personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements

• Valid Texas Mid-Management/Principal Certification
• Master’s Degree from an accredited university
• Current certification in Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) and Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) certified within 90 days
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of goal setting, curriculum, school organization, staffing and budget
• Ability to demonstrate communication skills – written
• Ability to demonstrate organizational skills
• Ability to demonstrate leadership
• Knowledge of school policies, TEA regulations, and school law
• Ability to demonstrate human relation skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to allocate resources efficiently and effectively
• Ability to problem solve
• Knowledge of technology, telecommunications, and information systems to enhance learning
• Experience in planning and presenting staff development

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years administrative experience
• Secondary teaching experience required

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, and working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

• Provides instructional leadership, resources, and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals and ensures that program activities are related to program outcomes
• Determines and builds a common vision with staff for school improvement; directs planning activities and implements programs collaboratively with staff to ensure attainment of mission
• Define expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom management and communication with the public
• Observe employee performance, records observations, and conducts evaluation conferences with all staff
• Make recommendations related to personnel, placement, transfer, retention, promotion, and dismissal
• Comply with District policies as well as state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools
• Develop and administer the budget based upon documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs; implements programs within budget limits, maintains fiscal control; accurately reports fiscal information
• Use information and insights provided through assessment instruments, the district appraisal process, evaluate feedback from line supervisors and professional development programs to improve performance
• Provide leadership in addressing challenges facing the profession; pursuing professional development activities, disseminating ideas and information to other professionals
• Observe professional ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Educators code of ethics
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian, instructional aides, clerical support staff and auxiliary personnel.

Equipment Used:

• Office equipment – personal computer, printer, calculator, multi-line telephone, software programs and peripherals, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Communication equipment – radio communication equipment, cellular telephone
• Video monitoring equipment

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

• Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, driving, traveling.
• Occasional: Lifting, moderate, 15-44 pounds; carrying, moderate, 15-44 pounds

Environmental Factors:

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.), work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces, work alone, work prolonged or irregular hours.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $417.18 Funding - Local
Job Categories:

Administration > Principal/Dean/Head of School

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Judson Human Resources , System Operator
• 8012 Shin Oak Drive
• Live Oak, Texas 78223
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]