Assistant Principal, Elementary School

2026-27 Assistant Principal, Elementary School

McAllen Independent School District – Thigpen-Zavala Elementary School, McAllen, Texas

Starting Date: Immediately

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

To assist the school principal in the overall administration of the campus programs; provide instructional leadership with guidance and direction; coordinate student services to ensure appropriate implementation of district policies and instructional guidelines; promote a positive working relationship among staff by establishing a climate conducive to open communication and productive work.

• Education/Certification: Master’s Degree (required);
  Texas Principal’s Certificate or Texas Mid‑Management Certificate (required);
  Certified T‑TESS Appraiser (preferred)
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  Communicate effectively (verbal and written); utilize effective interpersonal skills; interpret data, federal and state laws and policies; demonstrate working knowledge of curriculum and instruction; evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness; knowledge of school administrative operations; computer knowledge (preferred)
• Experience: Three (3) years as a classroom teacher (required)

• Assist the principal in the development, supervision, evaluation and improvement of the instructional program.
• Stay informed about current legislation, educational developments, literature and research; participate in professional organizations, attend conferences and staff development, and disseminate information to campus staff.
• Conduct classroom observations and act as an appraiser of teachers, evaluating job performance of staff members.
• Evaluate assigned staff to document performance and recommend employment.
• Assist teachers in maintaining student discipline and monitoring student behavior.
• Counsel students about their behavior while on campus.
• Enforce the District Discipline Management Plan to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Attend after‑school and off‑campus student activities to assist with discipline and student management.
• Supervise plant operations, attendance accounting, and school safety and security programs.
• Direct inventory, distribution and collection of textbooks and teaching resources.
• Perform record‑keeping and report‑writing functions as directed by the principal.
• Keep the principal informed regarding conditions and needs of the school.
• Work cooperatively with the principal, staff and student body to promote positive school and community relations.
• Assist in the daily organization of the school including class scheduling, teacher assignments, duties, substitute employees and extracurricular activities.
• Comply with federal, state, local and district policies and guidelines to provide fair and equitable service to all students.
• Prepare, evaluate and revise the annual campus improvement plan; assist in preparing the faculty and student handbook.
• Support and maintain a common vision for school improvement and use the district site‑based shared decision‑making process to improve student learning and operational effectiveness.
• Coordinate and supervise PEIMS data.
• Adhere to ethical, legal, and district standards.
• Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
• Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Working Days: 207

Daily Rate Pay Range:

Minimum: $332.86 Maximum: $464.80

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $68,902 to $96,131 Per Year