Middle School Assistant Principal/Instructional Leader

Job Title: Assistant Principal/Campus Instructional Leader
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Campus Principal and Curriculum Director
Dept./School: Middle School

Primary Purpose:

Support the campus principal in providing instructional leadership, student supervision, and operational management of the school while leading the implementation of curriculum, instruction, college/career readiness, and professional development initiatives. This role ensures high-quality teaching and learning through coaching, program monitoring, and data-informed decision-making.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree in educational administration or related field

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Texas Principal certification or eligibility required

Instructional Leadership or Coaching certification (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Strong instructional leadership, coaching, and data analysis skills

In-depth knowledge of TEKS, curriculum alignment, and instructional strategies
Experience with CTE, CCMR, dual credit programs, and secondary instructional programs
Proficiency with instructional technology tools and learning platforms
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Minimum 3–5 years of successful teaching experience
Leadership or coaching experience at the campus or district level (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Campus Administration:

• Assist the principal with the daily operations of the campus including supervision, discipline, safety, and logistics.
• Support implementation and monitoring of the Campus Improvement Plan (CIP).
• Participate in the teacher appraisal process (T-TESS), offering formative and summative feedback.
• Oversee student attendance tracking and implement truancy prevention strategies.
• Supervise arrival, dismissal, lunch, and other assigned duties to ensure campus safety and organization.
• Conduct student conferences, parent meetings, and disciplinary interventions as needed.

Instructional Leadership:

• Serve as an instructional coach and mentor to classroom teachers.
• Conduct classroom walkthroughs, provide actionable feedback, and facilitate coaching cycles.
• Guide the implementation of high-impact teaching strategies, student engagement techniques, and research-based instructional practices.
• Monitor and support instructional accommodations for diverse learners, including EL, SPED, 504, and RTI students.
• Collaborate with teachers on lesson planning aligned with TEKS, district curriculum, and assessment frameworks.
• Support vertical alignment and backward design practices within and across grade levels.
  

College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) & CTE Oversight:

• Ensure rigor and alignment in dual credit and CTE instruction.
• Verify CTE teacher certifications and support proper scheduling aligned with TEA requirements.
• Assist with CTE budget planning and instructional resource procurement.
• Provide training to campus staff on compliance, documentation, and scheduling best practices related to CCMR and CTE programs.
  

Professional Learning & PLC Leadership:

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate professional development aligned to district and campus goals.
• Lead and support campus PLCs focused on data-driven planning and instructional alignment.
• Develop and provide tools that support effective PLC practices and backward planning.
  

Data-Driven Instruction:

• Support teachers in analyzing student data to guide instruction and develop targeted interventions.
• Monitor progress using benchmark, formative, and digital learning data.
• Assist in the creation of data dashboards and reports for use by leadership and instructional teams.
• Collaborate with staff to identify performance gaps and drive student achievement growth.
  

Technology Integration:

• Provide training and coaching on the effective use of instructional technology tools and platforms.
• Partner with the campus technology coordinator and district staff to ensure technology is integrated into classroom practice.
• Monitor the use of digital learning programs to support engagement and personalization.
  

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Support teachers in using student data to communicate progress with families.
• Facilitate growth-focused conversations with teachers grounded in evidence and classroom impact.
• Serve as a liaison between campus staff, central office, and instructional program vendors.
  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned personnel, student activities, and instructional programs. Participate in the evaluation of staff as assigned by the campus principal.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent standing and walking; movement across campus and classrooms

• District and campus travel required; extended hours during peak times and events