Principal

Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted:
3/7/2026

Location:
To Be Determined

Date Available:
07/01/2026


Brenham Independent School District - Job Description

Job Title/Position:

Principal

Department/School:

Various Campuses

Pay Information:

Professional Compensation Plan
Days: 217/226

Supervised By:

Superintendent

FLSA:

Exempt

Date Revised:

May 2022

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage overall campus operations. Responsible for leadership of the campus instructional program ensuring high standards of instruction and student achievement, compliance with district policies, application of instructional programs, and effective operation of all campus activities.

Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification):

Master's degree in Educational Administration; Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate; certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser; three years experience as a classroom teacher; and 5 years experience in instructional leadership roles

Major Responsibilities:

• Serve as the instructional leader of the campus. Monitor instructional processes to ensure that program activities are related to outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions were necessary; provide instructional resources and materials needed to accomplish instructional goals; establish clear expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, class management, and communication with the public; foster collegiality and team-building among staff members; encourage their active involvement in the decision-making process; and solicit regular input from the campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program.
• Build a common vision for school improvement with staff; direct planning activities and implement programs to ensure attainment of the school's mission; establish campus performance objectives using the campus planning process and involving a site-based decision-making committee; demonstrate campus progress using results to promote school improvement; and provide opportunities for interactive communication with the superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community.
• Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate; ensure that the school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is applied in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook; and conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools; develop and administer campus budgets based on documented program needs and estimated enrollment ensuring that operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely; compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including accurate and timely reporting of maximum attendance to requisition textbooks; manage the use of school facilities; and oversee the maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.
• Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs including management of multiple activity funds (if applicable).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate the instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of PLC Process

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teachers, counselor(s), librarian, instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians.

Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands):

Maintain emotional control under stress; must be able to lift and/or carry at least 30 lbs; may work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside; exposure to noise; occasional district-wide travel; frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.


The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required. The district shall not fail or refuse to hire or discharge any individual, or otherwise discriminate against any individual with respect to compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of the individual's race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Nor shall the district limit, segregate, or classify its employees or applicants for employment in any way that would deprive or tend to deprive any individual of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status as an employee because of the individual's race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

Received by: Date: __________________