Assistant Principal

• Master's degree in Educational Leadership or related field
• Valid Texas Principal or Mid-Management Certification
• T-TESS certification preferred

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction at the middle school level
• Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage student behavior and school operations
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities

• Minimum of three years successful classroom teaching experience
• Leadership experience preferred

• Support the principal in developing and implementing the campus instructional plan
• Monitor classroom instruction and provide feedback through walkthroughs and evaluations
• Collaborate with instructional coaches and department heads to analyze data and improve student performance

• Assist in managing campus routines including arrival/dismissal, lunch, hallway supervision, etc.
• Support scheduling, testing coordination, and substitute coverage
• Ensure compliance with district policies and procedures
• Oversee campus safety plans, drills, and emergency procedures
  
  
  • Please note that this role requires in-person attendance and is not eligible for remote work.
  • Salary is commensurate with experience
  • Starting Salary $76,439
  Works 212 Day Calendar
  
  Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through June 30, 2025. After this date, applications will continue to be accepted in the event a suitable candidate is not identified. If no viable candidate is selected from the initial applicant pool, applications submitted after June 30th will be reviewed in ten-day intervals until a candidate is recommended for hire.

• Assist with student discipline, behavior interventions, and parent conferences
• Promote positive student culture through PBIS, restorative practices, and student recognition
• Monitor attendance, truancy, and support interventions for at-risk students

• Supervise and evaluate staff as assigned
• Assist with interviewing, recommending, and onboarding new staff
• Provide mentoring and support to new and struggling teachers

• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents
• Represent the campus at district and community events
• Work with parent organizations and community partners to support campus initiatives

• Serve as acting principal in the principal's absence
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or district leadership

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting
• May be required to work outside regular school hours

• Salary is commensurate with experience
• Minimum Salary $77,586
• Works 212-day Contract
• Please note that this role requires in-person attendance and is not eligible for remote work.

Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through April 18, 2026. After this date, applications will continue to be accepted in the event a suitable candidate is not identified. If no viable candidate is selected from the initial applicant pool, applications submitted after April 18th will be reviewed in five-day intervals until a candidate is recommended for hire