Principal

Principal (2026-2027) Texas City Independent School District, Simms Elementary – Texas City, Texas. Job Details Job ID: 5709208 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Position Type: Full-Time Salary: Commensurate with TCISD hiring salary guide Days Employed: 226 Primary Purpose Direct and manage the instructional program and supervise operations and personnel at the campus level. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service, oversee compliance with district policies, the success of instructional programs, and the operation of all campus activities. Qualifications Master’s degree in educational administration. Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate. Certified T‑TESS & T‑PESS appraiser. Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction. Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness. Ability to manage budget and personnel. Ability to coordinate campus functions. Ability to implement policy and procedures. Ability to interpret data. Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills. Three years of experience as a classroom teacher. Three years of experience in a campus or district administrator role. Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Management Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions. Regularly consult the campus‑level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of the campus education program, including students and community representatives when appropriate. School or Organization Morale Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members and encourage their active involvement in decision‑making processes. Ensure two‑way communication with superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community. Communicate and promote expectations for high‑level performance to staff and students, recognizing excellence and achievement. Ensure the effective and quick resolution of conflicts. School or Organization Improvement Build a common vision for school improvement with staff; direct planning activities and implement programs to achieve the school’s mission. Identify, analyze, and apply research findings (e.g., effective school correlates) to promote improvement. Develop and set annual campus performance objectives for each TAPR through the campus planning process and site‑based decision‑making committee. Develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary to demonstrate campus progress on performance objectives addressing each TAPR. Personnel Management Interview, select, orient new staff, and approve all personnel assigned to campus. 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 staff. Assign and promote campus personnel. Make recommendations to the superintendent on termination, suspension, or non‑renewal of employees assigned to campus. Work with campus‑level planning and decision‑making committees to plan professional development activities. Confer with subordinates regarding their professional growth and work with them to develop and achieve improvement goals. Management of Fiscal, Administrative, and Facilities Functions Comply with district policies and state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools. Develop campus budgets based on documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs; keep programs within budget limits; maintain fiscal control and report fiscal information accurately. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate and timely reports of maximum attendance for textbook requisition. Manage use of school facilities; supervise maintenance to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus. [Secondary Principals: Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs, including management of multiple activity funds.] Student Management Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate. Ensure school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Conduct conferences regarding student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers. Professional Growth and Development Develop professional skills appropriate to the job assignment. Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior; serve as a role model for all campus staff. School or Community Relations Articulate the school’s mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission. Demonstrate awareness of school and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus, including assistant principals, teachers, counselors, librarians, instructional aides, clerical support staff, and custodians. Working Conditions Mental and physical demands: maintain emotional control under stress; occasional district‑wide and state‑wide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours. #J-18808-Ljbffr