Assistant Principal - Elementary (2026-2027 School Year)

San Antonio Independent School District -
San Antonio, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
From $77,154 a year

Qualifications

Teaching Certification
Master's degree
Classroom experience
Classroom Teaching
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Revised: 11/11/2025

Position Title: Assistant Principal, Elementary

Job Title: Assistant Principal

Function: District Management

Family: Campus Administration

Reports to: Campus Principal

Terms of Employment:

Pay Grade: AP02 Minimum Salary: * $77,154 Mid-Point Salary: TBD

For more information on our pay policy, please refer to the Compensation Resource Manual. Annualized pay
may be pro-rated based on actual start date.

Minimum
Work Days:

210 Type of Assignment: Full-Time; Exempt Contract Type: Probationary-
Admin

Funding
Source:

This position is locally funded

School Administrator Performance Based Pay System

This compensation system was designed to reflect market values that exceed those typically found within the local
region. As a result, years of experience are not considered when determining pay.

Newly appointed School Administrators are placed at the entry level of the applicable role and campus

classification. The pay system includes four distinct entry points, aligned with campus levels. Future earnings are
determined by general pay increases, as approved by the Board of Trustees.

Job Scope

Oversees daily operation of one or more functions of a department or a campus. Directs staff in the development
and implementation of function or campus policies, procedures, and programs. Adheres to both district policy and
governmental regulations concerning function or campus operations. Manages team or campus structure,
development, training, and planning.

Position Summary

Assist the school principal in overall administration of campus instructional program and school operations.
Coordinate assigned student activities and services.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Participate in the development, management, and evaluation of instructional programs, including magnet
programs, as related to student achievement data.

2. Supervise campus operations in principal’s absence.
3. Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
4. Implement a student management system that results in positive student behavior.
5. Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed, and student discipline is appropriate and equitable.
6. Conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
7. Assist with master schedule development and allocation of resources.
8. Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.

Job Description

Revised: 11/11/2025

9. Assist with the planning/administration of daily school activities including class schedules, attendance
monitoring, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedule.

10. Assist with safety inspections and safety-drill practice activities.
11. Assist principal with the evaluation of faculty and staff as assigned.
12. Assist principal with interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
13. Responsible for identifying community and school needs; develop and implement activities to meet those

needs.
14. Responsible for coordinating school-wide outreach to encourage family and community engagement.
15. Stay abreast of and comply with state, district, and campus policies affecting schools, including UIL rules,

daily attendance, punctuality, and confidentiality.
16. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
17. Participate in district and campus staff development programs that improve job related skills and

professional growth.
18. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities

expected for this position.

Minimum Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university (recognized by the Texas Higher Education

Coordinating Board THECB outside source).

o U.S. Department of Education Database for accredited colleges or universities

Valid Texas Standard Principal or Mid-Management certificate.

Valid Teacher Certification

2+ year’s creditable teaching experience as a classroom teacher

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee

(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

Preferred Requirements

10 years of relevant experience

2+ years of progressive leadership experience (non-classroom) to include:

o Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing, and Managing employees or teams.
o Coaching, Mentoring, Developing, and Performance Managing employees or teams.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and

diplomacy.

Demonstrated knowledge of general principles, practices and techniques of family and community

engagement that increase parental involvement and directly impact student achievement.

Excellent ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, families, district

personnel, business partners, and community.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully with families of district students, the

community at large, as well as all levels of district employees in a collaborative manner.

Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Ability to promote the use of technology in teaching/learning process.

Ability to promote a positive, caring climate for learning.

Job Description

Revised: 11/11/2025

Ability to interpret data and address needs of school and community.

Ability to problem solve, think critically, and manage conflicts.

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and

equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.

Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional

exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines; frequent sitting,

standing, walking, climbing, balancing, pulling and pushing; reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing,
speaking clearly, visual acuity and prolonged data input; occasional lift/carry light, moderate 15-44 pounds.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with school principal.

Supervise teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel, and others as assigned.

San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion,
national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance,
immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs,
services, and District business functions.

Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies can be found within
SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at:
https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.

San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión,
origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado
inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos,
servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito.

La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se
encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD,
disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176

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