Assistant Principal Pool; SY - Districtwide

Assistant Principal Pool (26-27 SY) - Districtwide

Irving ISD Districtwide - Irving, Texas

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

JOB TITLE:

Assistant Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:
Exempt

PAY GRADE:
In accordance with the salary schedule approved by the Board of Trustees

REPORTS TO:

Campus Principal

DEPARTMENT:
Designated Campus

DATE REVISED:
May 2026

Position is eligible for a Chapter 21 contract.

Primary

Purpose:

Assist the principal in the administration of the instructional program and the operation of the school campus.

Minimum

Education/Certification:

• Master's Degree
• Valid Texas Administrator's Certificate

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to exercise good judgment in decision‑making
• Knowledge in the selection, training, and supervision of personnel
• Knowledge of laws, rules, procedures, and programs specifically related to the operation of schools in Texas

Minimum Experience: At least three (3) years of successful experience as a classroom teacher.

• Instructional Management:
  • Monitor the instructional program by reviewing teacher lesson plans, observing classroom instruction on a regular basis, conferencing with staff, and carefully analyzing assessment data related to student academic performance.
  • Work closely with the principal and staff to plan, implement, and evaluate the curriculum on a systematic basis.
  • Evaluate and recommend improvements in the design and implementation of the instructional program.
  • Assist the principal in providing appropriate campus-level curriculum/instruction staff development in a timely and effective manner.
• School/Organizational Climate:
  • Project a positive image; establish and maintain a work environment conducive to positive staff morale.
  • Promote and provide a positive teaching/learning environment for staff and students.
  • Practice good listening skills and be receptive to suggestions and input from staff, students, and parents.
  • Communicate with staff, students, and parents in a clear and effective manner.
  • Take an active and sincere interest in the well‑being of students and staff.
  • Demonstrate skill in working with students, staff, and parents to successfully resolve conflict.
  • Assist the principal in promoting activities to recognize and honor students, staff, and community volunteers for various types of service and accomplishments.
• School/Organizational Improvement:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the school's mission; collaboratively build with staff a common vision for school improvement.
  • Promote high expectations for staff and students in an enabling, supportive manner.
  • Provide leadership that produces desired results and significant improvement in student academic achievement.
  • Identify and apply research findings to facilitate school improvement.
  • Assess various aspects of the school program and effectively use the resultant information to implement actions that improve learning and provide an orderly and purposeful environment.
  • Implement actions that ensure each staff member's knowledge and understanding of the annual campus plan for school improvement.
  • Monitor student attendance; devise and implement strategies that improve student attendance.
• Personnel Management:
  • Assist in the selection of new staff members for the campus.
  • Define expectations for staff (e.g., routine procedures, classroom management, instructional strategies, communication with the public, and personal contributions to positive staff morale).
  • Observe and document job performance, provide development supervision, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff members.
  • Make recommendations relative to personnel placement, transfer, retention, promotion, and dismissal.
  • Complete personnel management reports in a timely manner.
  • Assist individual staff members in developing professional growth plans, setting realistic improvement goals, and attending professional conferences/workshops as time and funds allow.
• Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management:
  • Assist the…