2026-27 Assistant Principal, Middle School

Mcallen Independent School District

McAllen, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Communication Skills, Conferences, Customer Support/Service, Data Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Legal Standards, Maintain Compliance, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Performance Reviews, Plant Management, Policy Implementation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Program Evaluation, Real Estate Appraisals, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, School Attendance, Staff Development, State Laws and Regulations, Student Conduct, Student Services, Team Player, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
LOCATION
McAllen, TX
POSTED
2 days ago

REVISED 6/10/26

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

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; demonstrate ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness; demonstrate knowledge of school administrative operations; computer knowledge, preferred

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher, required

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist the principal for the successful and effective development, supervision, evaluation and improvement of the instructional program.
  • Keep informed about current legislation, educational developments, literature and research in curriculum and instruction and by participating in state and national professional organizations; attend appropriate conferences and staff development sessions; disseminate information and materials to all campus staff.
  • Conduct classroom observations and act as an appraiser of teachers and evaluate job performance of other staff members as assigned.
  • Evaluate other assigned staff members to document their performance and to recommend employment.
  • Assist teachers in maintaining student discipline and monitoring student behavior.
  • Counsel with students about their behavior while on the campus.
  • Enforce the provisions of the District Discipline Management Plan to ensure consistency and compliance.
  • Attend after-school and off-campus student activities to assist with the discipline and management of students.
  • Supervise plant operations, attendance accounting and the school safety and security programs.
  • Direct inventory, distribution and collection of textbooks/teaching resources
  • Perform such record-keeping and report-writing functions as the principal may direct.
  • Keep the principal informed regarding conditions and needs of the school.
  • Work cooperatively with the principal, the school staff and the 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 in order to provide fair and equitable service to all students.
  • Work cooperatively with school staff in the preparation, evaluation and revision of the annual campus improvement plan and assist in the preparation of faculty and student handbook.
  • Support and maintain a common vision for school improvement and using the district site-based shared decision-making process improve student learning and operational effectiveness by involving staff, parents and community members in a collaborative process.
  • Coordinate and supervise PEIMS data.
  • Adhere to ethical, legal and district standards.
  • Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
  • Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

Working Days: 212

Daily Rate pay range:

Minimum: $ 349.50

Maximum: $ 487.62

Note: Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person''s job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

About the Company

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Mcallen Independent School District