HS Associate Principal; SY - Irving HS

HS Associate Principal (26-27 SY) – Irving HS

Irving ISD, Irving, Texas. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Irving ISD.

Job : 5828941
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

IRVING ISD

ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Associate Principal
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt
PAY GRADE: In accordance with the salary schedule approved by the Board of Trustees
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning
DATE REVISED: 06/14

Assist the principal in the administration of the instructional program and all areas of 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 school in Texas.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to organize large community/school events including Graduation
• Minimum Experience:
  • At least three years' successful experience as a classroom teacher.
  • Prior experience in instructional leadership roles.

• Monitor the instructional program by reviewing teacher lesson plans, observing classroom instruction, conferencing with staff, and analyzing assessment data related to student academic performance.
• Work closely with principal and staff to plan, implement, and evaluate the curriculum systematically.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements in the design and implementation of the instructional program.
• Assist the principal to provide appropriate campus-level curriculum and instruction staff development in a timely and effective manner.

• Project a positive image; establish and maintain a work environment conducive to positive staff morale.
• Promote and provide a positive teaching and 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 to promote activities to recognize and honor students, staff, and community volunteers.
• Coordinate all aspects of the campus graduation ceremony.

• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the school's mission; 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 use the information to implement actions that improve learning and provide an orderly environment.
• Implement actions that ensure each staff member's understanding of the annual campus plan for school improvement.
• Monitor student attendance; devise and implement strategies that improve student attendance.

• Assist in the selection of new staff members for the campus.
• Define expectations for staff such as routine procedures, classroom management, instructional strategies, communication with the public, and personal contributions to positive staff morale.
• Observe and document job performance, provide developmental supervision, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff members.
• Make recommendations regarding personnel placement, transfer, retention, promotion, and dismissal.
• Complete personnel management reports in a timely manner.
• Assist individual staff members in developing…