Assistant Principal - Elementary

Position Type:
Administration/Assistant Principal

Date Posted:
9/5/2025

Location:
Houston P-STEM

Date Available:
Until Fill

Closing Date:
Until FillJob Title: Assistant Principal - Elementary

Reports to: Campus Principal
Department/School: PSTEM Academy
Exemption Status/Test: Exempt / Administrator
Date Revised: September 5, 2025
Starting Salary: $77,224.89
Primary Purpose:

At RYSS Schools, the Assistant Principal plays a vital leadership role in supporting academic excellence, equity, and student success. This position directs and manages assigned areas of the instructional program and campus operations, oversees student services, and fosters a culture of collaboration and accountability aligned with our mission: "Making it Happen Together."
Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Master's degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas Principal Certification or equivalent
• Certified T-TESS Appraiser

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Deep understanding of campus operations and instructional leadership
• Ability to evaluate teaching effectiveness and support instructional growth
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in data interpretation and policy implementation
• Ability to manage personnel and campus resources effectively

Experience:

• Minimum of five years of classroom teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Leadership

• Support innovative instructional practices and program evaluation
• Reinforce high expectations for teaching and classroom management
• Promote team-building and shared decision-making among staff

Campus Improvement

• Lead planning and implementation of campus initiatives
• Collaborate on campus improvement plans with staff, families, and community
• Use data systems to monitor progress toward academic goals

Student Management

• Serve as campus behavioral coordinator as needed
• Implement equitable discipline systems aligned with RYSS values
• Ensure consistent supervision and student safety

Operations & Compliance

• Lead daily campus operations in principal's absence
• Manage scheduling, attendance, and inventory systems
• Coordinate support services (transportation, cafeteria, custodial)
• Ensure compliance with TEA and district policies

Personnel Support

• Observe and evaluate staff performance
• Assist in hiring and onboarding new team members
• Serve as second appraiser for teacher evaluations

Family & Community Engagement

• Represent the school's mission to families and community partners
• Initiate outreach activities to meet school-community needs
• Encourage parent involvement and support student recruitment

Other Duties

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and evaluate assigned professional staff. Provide leadership to teachers, paraprofessionals, clerical staff, and campus support personnel.
Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture & Motion: Frequent sitting/standing; occasional bending, lifting, and reaching
Environment: May work extended hours; indoor/outdoor settings; occasional travel
Mental Demands: High level of emotional control; frequent interruptions; fast-paced decision-making

This job description outlines the general purpose and responsibilities of the Assistant Principal role at RYSS Schools. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties or skills required.