Transformational Elementary Principal - Accelerate Student Growth

La Joya Independent School District; La Joya (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

La Joya Independent School District is seeking an Elementary Principal to drive instructional excellence, data-driven decision-making, and strong community engagement at the campus level.

The role requires leadership across instructional systems, PLCs, and personnel management, with a focus on rising from a B-rating district toward A-rated outcomes. Competitive compensation and PEI involvement provided.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; preferred in Education, Educational Leadership or related field.
• Valid or eligible to receive Texas Principal Certification or Mid-Management Certification.
• TTESS (Texas Teacher Evaluation & Support System) and ILD/AEL Certified.
• Minimum of three year’s teaching experience.
• Minimum of three year’s experience as an Assistant Principal, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead campus as a transformational leader to create a best-in-class learning environment.
• Develop and monitor the campus improvement plan with staff, parents and community.
• Provide two-way communication with staff, students, parents and community.
• Coach and develop the Assistant Principal.
• Disaggregate and interpret data to inform decision-making for campus improvement.
• Ensure high-quality instructional materials and fidelity to evidence-based practices.
• Lead PLCs and Instructional Leadership Teams (ILTs) for staff development.
• Oversee budgeting, safety, and facilities as part of campus management.

Skills

Student outcomes

Data-driven decisions

Communication skills

Leadership

Bilingual preferred

Education

Master’s degree

Texas Principal Certification

Mid-Management Certification

TTESS/ILD/AEL Certified

Job description

La Joya Independent School District is seeking an Elementary Principal to drive instructional excellence, data-driven decision-making, and strong community engagement at the campus level.

The role requires leadership across instructional systems, PLCs, and personnel management, with a focus on rising from a B-rating district toward A-rated outcomes. Competitive compensation and PEI involvement provided.