Principal, Education Administration

Overview

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Openings as of 3/15/2026

Principal - Lago Vista Middle School

Date Posted: 3/6/2026

The Middle School Principal serves as the instructional leader and chief culture builder of the campus, fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement for both students and staff. High-quality instruction is ensured through systems that use student performance data to guide teaching and drive measurable growth. Coaching and professional learning are provided to strengthen instructional practices and support teacher development.

Clear and consistent expectations for student achievement, character, and behavior are established and maintained, creating a safe, respectful, and academically focused learning environment. The principal maintains a visible presence on campus and actively communicates with students, staff, and families to build strong relationships and promote student success.

Education/Certification:

• Master s degree in educational administration
• Texas Principal Certificate or other appropriate Texas administrative certification
• T-TESS certification preferred

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Deep understanding of effective instructional practices and curriculum implementation
• Ability to analyze and use student performance data to improve instruction and student outcomes
• Experience coaching and developing teachers through observation and feedback
• Ability to build systems that support student growth and campus accountability goals
• Ability to develop strong student culture and discipline systems
• Ability to manage personnel, budgets, and campus operations
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Three years experience as a classroom teacher
• Three years experience in instructional leadership/assistant principal role
• Principal experience preferred

Instructional Leadership

• Serve as the primary instructional leader of the campus, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning in every classroom
• Lead the implementation of district curriculum and instructional practices aligned to state standards
• Develop campus systems for collaborative planning, data analysis, instructional improvement, and targeted interventions
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide actionable feedback to strengthen instructional practice
• Provide coaching and professional development that improves teaching effectiveness
• Establish clear expectations for effective instruction, student engagement, and classroom management
• Build a common vision for school improvement with staff that aligns with district goals and student needs
• Lead the development and implementation of the campus improvement plan focused on student growth and achievement
• Use student performance data and accountability indicators to guide campus decision-making
• Establish measurable campus performance goals and monitor progress throughout the school year
• Lead campus efforts to improve student achievement and accountability outcomes through strong instructional practices and targeted interventions

Personnel Leadership and Development

• Recruit, hire, and retain high-quality teachers and staff committed to student success
• Establish clear expectations for staff performance related to instruction, professionalism, and student outcomes
• Observe and evaluate employee performance and provide actionable feedback for improvement
• Build a collaborative culture that promotes shared leadership, professional learning, and collective responsibility for student success
• Serve as the campus leader in building and sustaining a positive, student-centered school culture

Student Culture and Discipline

• Serve as the campus behavior coordinator in accordance with state laws and district policy
• Establish and maintain clear, consistent expectations for student achievement, character, and behavior that support a…