Top 80 Principal Jobs in Houston, TX

Principal
Harris County Department of Education —Houston, TX
- $111,403 - $133,416 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Teaching Certification
PRINCIPAL RESIDENT (2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR)
Harmony Public Schools —Houston, TX
- Senior level
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL RESIDENT
Harmony Public Schools —Houston, TX
- Senior level
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL RESIDENT (2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR)
Harmony Public Schools —Houston, TX
- Senior level
- Public school
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL RESIDENT (2026-27)
Harmony Public Schools —Houston, TX
- Senior level
Secondary School Principal
Energized for STEM Academy Inc —Houston, TX
- $65,381.30 - $78,738.77 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Public speaking
- Education
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Assistant Director / Management Support – Childcare Center
The Toddler House, Inc. —Houston, TX
- $14 - $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- 3 years
- In-person
- Employee discount
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8d
LCCA (Licensed Child Care Administrator)
High Care Facility (RTC) —Sugar Land, TX
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Classroom experience
- In-person
- Health insurance
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Assistant Director
Early Learning Prep Houston —Houston, TX
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
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Assistant Principal
Harris County Department of Education —Houston, TX
- $74,871 - $91,867 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
Assistant Principal of Operations (25-26)
KIPP Texas Public Schools —Houston, TX
- $67,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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DEAN OF STUDENT CULTURE
Harmony Public Schools —Houston, TX
- Nights as needed
- School experience
- Word processing
- Public speaking
Assistant Principal of Instruction (26-27)
KIPP Texas Public Schools —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- School experience
- Teaching Certification
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Assistant Principal (Campus Hornwood) 26-27 SY
Etoile Academy Charter School —Houston, TX
- $77,000 - $103,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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School Leader (26-27)
KIPP Texas Public Schools —Houston, TX
- $92,250 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Head of Middle School
Fort Bend Christian Academy —Sugar Land, TX
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Teaching Certification
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Dean of Instruction
AAMA —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
DEAN OF STUDENT CULTURE (2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR)
Harmony Public Schools —Houston, TX
- Nights as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- Word processing
10d
Assistant Principal of Operations (26-27)
KIPP Texas Public Schools —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- 3 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Assistant Principal, High School, CYPRESS SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL, 2026-2027 School Year
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District —Cypress, TX
- $77,896 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- High school
- Master's degree

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Principal

Harris County Department of Education -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$111,403 - $133,416 a year

Qualifications

School experience
Staff supervision
Fiscal management
Behavioral standards enforcement in schools
Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Team leadership
Program development
School-specific educational policy implementation
Master's degree
Working with students
Overseeing academic personnel management
Student behavior monitoring
Educational program evaluation
Classroom experience
Working with students with special education needs
Public relations
Educational compliance and regulation understanding
Practicing budget management in an educational setting
Classroom behavior management
Classroom Teaching
Education and development budget management
Staffing management
Educational software
Process program evaluations
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)
K-12 education instructional development

Full Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Direct the instructional program, coordinate the behavior management program, and supervise operations at the campus level. Provide guidance in the development and implementation of student individualized educational plans. Direct the implementation of department and division policies.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree from an accredited university
Texas Teacher Certificate
Certification in Special Education preferred
Texas Mid-Management or other appropriate Texas certificate
Certificate of Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Thorough understanding of school operations and policies with demonstrated program success and growth
Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Strong communications, public relations, interpersonal and presentation skills
Ability to explain policy, procedures, and data
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to administer, model, and control student behavior through specialized therapeutic restraint techniques
Ability to manage budgets and personnel and to coordinate campus functions
Advance knowledge of computer systems and instructional software applications

Experience:

Multi-grade/level academic experience
Three years experience as a classroom teacher
Three years experience in instructional leadership roles such as campus administrator
Demonstrated staff mentoring success
Experience developing implementing and evaluating successful academic and developmental programs for students with alcohol, drug, criminal and/or severe behavioral problems
Experience working with students with special needs and students in at-risk situations

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management

Develop, monitor, and evaluate instructional programs including special education services.
Plan and conduct staff development activities for teachers and staff.
Monitor instructional and behavioral processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use these findings for campus improvement.
Work with staff to plan, implement, and evaluate the curriculum on a systematic basis.
Provide time, resources, and materials to support staff in accomplishing campus goals.
Process changes and adjustments in student schedules according to their educational plans.
Provide implementation and use of technology in the teaching/learning process.
Coordinate and monitor the use of TEKS Resource System, SuccessEd and other instructional programs in the teaching and learning process.

School/Organizational Climate

Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals for math, science, ELA, social studies, and special education services.
Foster collegiality and team building among staff and encourage their active involvement in the
decision making process in the development of the campus improvement plan.
Provide for communication with division director, staff, students, parents, school districts and other affiliated agencies and personnel.
Communicate and promote expectation for high level performance from staff and students; recognize excellence and achievement.
Facilitate effective and timely resolution of conflicts.
Treat all staff with dignity, integrity and respect.

School/organizational Improvement

Determine and build a common vision with staff for school improvement; direct planning activities and implement programs collaboratively with staff to ensure attainment of division's mission.
Lead a collaborative process to develop campus performance objectives involving staff, parents, and affiliated personnel.
Develop, maintain, and use appropriate information systems and records necessary for attainment of campus performance objectives.

Personnel Management

Conduct the process of interviewing, recommending, and orienting all staff.
Define expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the school districts, parents and community.
Direct/perform/supervise employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with all staff according to the PDAS and Appraisal Calendar.
Confer with staff regarding their professional growth; work jointly with them to develop and accomplish improvement goals.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

Comply with department policies as well as state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools.
Make recommendations and meet timelines for program budgets based upon documented program needs; manage campus petty cash fund; estimate enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs; implement programs within budget limits; maintain fiscal control; accurately report fiscal information.
Coordinate with facilities the use of school facilities; supervise maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.

Student Management

Work with faculty to implement the student management system that is used for the appropriate campus (Love & Logic or Boys Town).
Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable.
Conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning school and student issues.

Professional Growth and Development

Use information and insights provided through assessment instruments, the division's appraisal process, evaluative feedback from administrative staff, and professional development programs to improve personal and student performance.
Observe professional ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency (TEA) code of ethics.

Division District Relations

Articulate the division's mission to the school districts and solicit their support in realizing the mission and positive relationship.
Demonstrate awareness of school needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.
Use appropriate and effective techniques for parent involvement.
Maintain confidentiality of information.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director and Assistant Superintendent.

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