Assistant Principal Pool 2026-2027 at Houston ISD, Houston, TX

Assistant Principal Pool 2026-2027 at Houston ISD in Houston, TX. Contract. Est. up to $100k. Apply with swipeandhired.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Principal plays a critical role in driving student achievement, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring alignment with HISD’s strategic priorities. This position supports the Principal in leading instructional excellence, building strong relationships, and cultivating a thriving school environment that prepares students for academic and lifelong success.
HISD Leadership Expectations:
HISD school leaders embody the core values and commitments outlined in our Leadership Employee Value Proposition (EVP)—leading with equity, urgency, and a relentless pursuit of excellence to drive student success.
School Leader EVP

Essential Leadership Attributes:
A successful HISD Assistant Principal demonstrates:

• A Moral and Ethical Compass – Leads with integrity, transparency, and fairness in all decisions.

• Visionary Leadership – Inspires high expectations, fosters innovation, and champions student achievement.

• Strategic Talent Development – Identifies, recruits, and develops high-performing staff to cultivate a culture of excellence.

• Resilience & Growth Mindset – Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, embraces challenges, and adapts to change.

• Data-Driven Decision Making – Utilizes student achievement data and school performance metrics to inform strategy and drive continuous improvement.

• Collaborative Community Engagement – Builds strong relationships with teachers, students, families, and community stakeholders to enhance school culture.

• Unwavering Commitment to Equity – Ensures that all students—regardless of background—receive a high-quality education and opportunities to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:
The Assistant Principal supports the Principal in executing high-impact leadership to ensure student success and operational excellence, including:
Driving Student Achievement & Instructional Excellence
Supports the development and implementation of instructional strategies that accelerate student learning and close achievement gaps.
Assists in ensuring rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and instruction are effectively delivered by teachers.
Implements data-driven practices to monitor and improve student progress.
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