Job Description
Position Hours: Full-time, Coastal Bend and RGV; frequent campus travel (daily), occasional extended hours for events
Length of Term/Employment: 223 workdays / At-Will
Reports to: Superintendent
Location: Coastal Bend and RGV Region (daily campus travel; occasional extended hours)
Position Mission
The Principal Manager develops and supports campus principals (and APs of Instruction as needed) to deliver A/B-rated instruction, strong culture, and reliable operations across Jubilee Coastal Bend and RGV campuses. The Manager executes a practice-based coaching model (observe ? feedback ? practice ? re-observe) with tight data and implementation cycles, ensuring that every classroom, every period reflects Jubilee non-negotiables.
Instructional Leadership
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Run weekly leader coaching cycles: co-walk classrooms, script evidence, deliver 35 minute bite-sized feedback, and schedule same-week practice.
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Calibrate leaders on Jubilee non-negotiable look-fors (objective posted/aligned, exemplar in hand, aggressive monitoring, engagement at 100%, DOK, Time Voice Body (TVB)).
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Support CFA/BOY/MOY/Mock STAAR data meetings; convert findings to reteach plans, small-group cycles, and progress monitoring.
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Ensure leader calendars reflect = 70% instructional focus each week; track feedback-loop closure within 48 hours.
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Support all Coastal Bend and RGV campuses
Leader Development & Talent
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Build principal/AP capacity to run effective PLCs, plan from standards, and deliver real-time coaching.
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Support principal tiering of teachers and creating and executing Excellence Plans for non-proficient staff; monitor execution.
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Model difficult conversations; uphold clarity + accountability while maintaining trust.
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Evaluate principals of all coached campuses on the TPESS rubric following the district TPESS timelines
Culture, Operations, & Compliance
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Coach principals on student attendance (ADA >95%), safety routines, and family engagement systems (ParentSquare).
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Align campus work to district priorities: enrollment growth(10% yearly)/persistence, EB/TELPAS, SPED service delivery, and CCMR where applicable.
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Support calendarized deliverables (PEIMS-adjacent reviews, testing windows, board artifacts) in partnership with central teams.
Key Outcomes (KPIs)
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Ratings: Each coached campus shows measurable movement toward/within A/B on TAPR indicators.
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Instructional execution:
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= 70% of scheduled walkthroughs completed per cycle.
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= 90% of feedback loops closed within 48 hours.
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Documented increase in mastery by standard between CFAs.
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Attendance & persistence: ADA trend to =95%; campus persistence plan executed with withdrawal reduction.
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Leader capacity: Principals independently running data meetings, coaching-in-the-moment, and maintaining on-time compliance.
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Regional student enrollment increases 10% from fall snapshot to fall snapshot.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree required; Master's in Education/Ed Leadership preferred.
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5+ years successful school leadership (principal/AP) with documented student growth; network/district coaching experience preferred.
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Deep knowledge of TEKS, STAAR, TELPAS, Texas Accountability, and research-based instruction.
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Demonstrated skill in practice-based coaching, adult learning, difficult conversations, and change management.
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Strong data fluency (CFAs, item analysis, growth targets) and systems' execution.
Core Competencies
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Clarity + Accountability: Sets the bar; follows up relentlessly.
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Coaching in the Moment: Precise, bite-sized feedback; immediate practice.
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Data ? Action: Turns evidence into next steps with owners/timelines.
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Relationship-Driven: High trust, low drama; protects instructional time.
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Bias for Action: Plans the work; works the planweekly cycles, visible artifacts.
Weekly Cadence (example)
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Mon/Tue: Campus A/B joint walkthroughs, feedback/practice, PLC support.
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Wed: Campus C data meeting (CFA), reteach planning, leader 1:1s.
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Thu: Campus D coaching intensives (classroom practice + re-observe).
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Fri: Calibration with District leaders; artifact review (observation logs, plans); next-week scheduling.
Artifacts/Tools
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Coaching tracker with observations completed, feedback timestamps, practice scheduled, and re-observation notes.
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Campus CFA dashboards (mastery by standard, student groups, reteach plans).
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Principal/AP Excellence Plans and observation calendars.
Other Requirements
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Valid driver's license and daily regional travel.
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Background clearance per district policy.
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Commitment to Jubilee's mission, equity, and community partnership.
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Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to analyze and interpret student data to inform advising and planning
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Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Ability to build relationships and collaborate across diverse stakeholders
Charter & Community Responsibilities
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Represent and promote the charter's mission to families and the broader community
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Support student recruitment and family engagement efforts
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Encourage and participate in building strong campus-community connections
Charter Atmosphere
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Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students
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Promote Jubilee's values through professional conduct and communication
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Model fairness, respect, and high expectations in all interactions
Working Conditions
Mental/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
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Maintain emotional composure and professionalism under stress
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Frequent standing, movement, and event participation
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Occasional lifting and handling of school materials or equipment
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Extended hours during peak seasons or events may be required
Other Requirements
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Adhere to Jubilee staff dress code and policies
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Maintain professional working relationships across campus and district
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Stay current with developments in education and CCMR practices
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Submit required reports and documentation in a timely manner
To Apply: Submit resume, a one-page results summary (campus gains you led), and two sample artifacts (a coaching plan and a data meeting agenda).
Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be updated or modified as needed.
