Assistant Principal- Middle School - (6-8) 26-27 School Year

Assistant Principal
- Middle School - (6-8) 26-27 School Year

• Position Type:
  Campus Administration/ Assistant Principal Middle School
• Date Posted:
  7/28/2026

IMPORTANT: This posting is a part of Plano ISD's efforts to identify candidates for future openings. Interviews will be conducted at various points throughout the job posting window. Interested applicants are encouraged to complete their applications in a timely manner as they have interest.
PAY GRADE: ADMIN2 (MIN $362.48/DAILY)
DAYS: 218
Primary

Purpose:


Assist the school principal in the overall school administration and provide leadership in a number of specific areas of school operation

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• Master's Degree in Education
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with Mid-Management Certification or Principal Certification
• Eligible to be a certified appraiser for the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) or other approved evaluation system

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to interpret data
• Thorough understanding of school operations
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Minimum of three years as a classroom teacher
• Minimum of two years in a campus/district leadership role

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• 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
• Define high expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with parents, which will yield high achievement results for all students
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process
• Assist principal in designing and delivering professional development for staff

• Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school's mission
• Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members
• Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators

• May act as campus behavioral coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations
• Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate
• 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
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers
• Assist in supervision of students to ensure the safety of all

• Oversee campus operations in principal's absence
• Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules
• Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues
• Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs
• Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures
• Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs
• Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as second appraiser as needed for designated teacher appraisal system
• Participate in the interviewing, selection, orientation, and recommendations relative to personnel placement, transfer, retention, and dismissal