LCISD Principal Pool, Secondary

Position: LCISD Principal Applicant Pool, Secondary - External Candidates (2026-2027)
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JOB STATUS: UNTIL FILLED POSTING DATE: 02/05/2026 POSTING NUMBER:

POSITION TITLE:

LCISD Principal Applicant Pool, Secondary - External Candidates )

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Primary

Purpose:

Direct, supervise, and manage the instructional program and supervise operations at the campus level. Provide instructional leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service. Direct the implementation of district policies and instructional programs and manage the operation of all campus activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Management

* Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use these findings for corrective action and improvement, as well as for recognition of success.

* Collaborate with staff and community to plan, implement, and evaluate the curriculum on a systematic basis; include students, parents, and community representatives (when appropriate).

* Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.

School/Organizational Climate

* Foster collegiality and team building among staff; encourage their active involvement in the collaborate decision making process.

* Facilitate two-way communication with superintendent, staff, student, parents, and community.

* Communicate and promote high expectations of staff and students; provide for recognition of excellence and achievement.

* Facilitate effective and timely conflict resolution.

School Organizational Improvement

* Build a common vision with staff for school improvement; direct planning of activities and implement program cooperatively with staff to ensure attainment of school's mission.

* Identify, analyze, and apply research findings to facilitate school improvement.

* Lead a collaborative process to develop campus improvement plan.

* Develop, maintain, and use appropriate information systems and records necessary for monitoring the attainment of campus performance objectives.

Personnel Management

* Interview, select and orient new staff.

* Define expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.

* Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with all staff.

* Make recommendations relative to personnel placement, transfer, retention, promotion, and dismissal following due process.

* Confer with campus personnel regarding their professional growth; work jointly with them to develop and accomplish goals.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

* Comply with district policies as well as state and federal laws and regulations affection the campus.

* Facilitate the assignment of responsibilities to appropriate personnel.

* Project and monitor enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs.

* Supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus, including cooperation with governmental entities as appropriate.

Student Management

* Collaborate with faculty and encourage student input to develop a student management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.

* Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable following due process.

* Confer with parents, students, and teachers concerning school and student issues.

Professional Growth and Development

* Use information gleaned from assessment instruments, the appraisal process, evaluative feedback from supervisors, current research, and other professional sources to improve performance.

* Provide leadership in addressing challenges facing the profession; pursue professional development activities; disseminate ideas and information to other professionals.

* Observe professional ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency code of ethics.

* Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent.

School/Community Relations

* Articulate the school's mission to the community and solicit the community's support.

* Ascertain community needs and initiate programs to meet those needs.

* Solicit parental and community involvement in school.

* Attendance at work is an essential function.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Supervise and provide for the evaluation of all campus personnel

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Experience:

* Three years experience as a classroom teacher

* Three years experience in instructional leadership roles

* Principal experience preferred

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

Education/Certification:

* Master's degree

* Texas Mid-Management/Principal certification

* Credentials required for teacher appraisal or eligible to obtain

* Valid Texas driver's license

* Eligible for coverage under the district's vehicle insurance program

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

* Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction

* Ability to…