Associate Principal - Assigned High School (2026-2027)

Company: Prosper ISD
Location: Prosper
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Salary commensurate with experience/Days: 224 Primary Purpose: Assist the school principal in overall administration of instructional program and campus level operations. Coordinate assigned student activities and services. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master’s degree Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate Advanced Education Leadership (AEL) certification, Instructional Leadership Training (ILT), or Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser, preferred Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of campus operations Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction Thorough understanding of school operations Ability to leverage curriculum, technology, and spaces for learning and instruction Ability to support implementation of district goals Ability to coordinate campus support operations Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Excellent organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Experience: Three years of experience as a classroom teacher Two years as a campus administrator Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Management 1. Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement where needed. 2. Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management. 3. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process. 4. Assist the principal with all aspects of the teaching and learning process to improve the instructional program including: delivery and assessment of the master schedule; selection of highly qualified personnel; respond to teacher, parent, and student concerns regarding grading/reporting practices; appraisals of teachers involving instructional observations and feedback; data analysis; management of speakers and field trips. 5. Help build instructional and leadership capacity in all staff. 6. Participate in programs, committees, and interventions designed to enhance student learning. 7. Promote a collaborative culture focused on student learning. 8. Promote active participation, leadership, and collaboration with campus educators in professional learning communities. School/Organizational Climate and Improvement 9. Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school’s mission. 10. Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members. 11. Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators. 12. Promote a positive, caring climate for learning. 13. Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds. 14. Provide for two-way communication with principal, staff, students, parents, and community. 15. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process. 16. Ensure the effective and quick resolution of conflicts. 17. Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members. 18. Assist in the development, maintenance, and use of information systems and records necessary to track progress on campus performance objectives addressing Academic Excellence indicators. Student Management 19. May act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations. 20. Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate. 21. Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. 22. Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers. 23. Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods. Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management 24. Supervise campus operations in principal’s absence. 25. Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules. 26. Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues. 27. Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs. 28. Requisition and oversee the management of supplies, technology, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures. 29. Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs. 30. Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools. Personnel Management 31. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences as needed for designated teacher appraisal system. 32. Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff. School/Community Relations 33. Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing the mission. 34. Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement. 35. Communicate with parents individually and collectively on issues related to student success. Professional Growth and Development 36. Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment. 37. Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serve as a role model for all campus staff. 38. Promote collaboration and professional learning. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals. Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

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