What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Principal position at Sheldon Independent School District?
- Master's degree in Educational Leadership or related field
- Valid Texas Principal or Mid-Management Certification
- T-TESS certification preferred
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of curriculum and instruction at the middle school level
- Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
- Ability to manage student behavior and school operations
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
- Minimum of three years successful classroom teaching experience
- Leadership experience preferred
- Support the principal in developing and implementing the campus instructional plan
- Monitor classroom instruction and provide feedback through walkthroughs and evaluations
- Collaborate with instructional coaches and department heads to analyze data and improve student performance
- Assist in managing campus routines including arrival/dismissal, lunch, hallway supervision, etc.
- Support scheduling, testing coordination, and substitute coverage
- Ensure compliance with district policies and procedures
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Oversee campus safety plans, drills, and emergency procedures
- Please note that this role requires in-person attendance and is not eligible for remote work.
- Salary is commensurate with experience
- Starting Salary $76,439
Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through June 30, 2025. After this date, applications will continue to be accepted in the event a suitable candidate is not identified. If no viable candidate is selected from the initial applicant pool, applications submitted after June 30th will be reviewed in ten-day intervals until a candidate is recommended for hire. - Assist with student discipline, behavior interventions, and parent conferences
- Promote positive student culture through PBIS, restorative practices, and student recognition
- Monitor attendance, truancy, and support interventions for at-risk students
- Supervise and evaluate staff as assigned
- Assist with interviewing, recommending, and onboarding new staff
- Provide mentoring and support to new and struggling teachers
- Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents
- Represent the campus at district and community events
- Work with parent organizations and community partners to support campus initiatives
- Serve as acting principal in the principal's absence
- Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or district leadership
- Maintain emotional control under stress
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting
- May be required to work outside regular school hours
- Salary is commensurate with experience
- Minimum Salary $77,586
- Works 212-day Contract
- Please note that this role requires in-person attendance and is not eligible for remote work.
JobID: 730
Position Type:
Administration/Assistant Principal
Administration/Assistant Principal
Date Posted:
4/13/2026
4/13/2026
Location:
C.E. King Middle School
C.E. King Middle School
Primary Purpose:
Assist the school principal in the overall administration of instructional and organizational leadership for CE King Middle School. Provide administrative support, ensure student discipline, coordinate campus operations, and promote a safe and effective learning environment aligned with the district's mission and campus improvement plan.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Experience:
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Leadership
School Operations and Management
Student Management
Personnel Management
Community and Parent Engagement
Other
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through April 18, 2026. After this date, applications will continue to be accepted in the event a suitable candidate is not identified. If no viable candidate is selected from the initial applicant pool, applications submitted after April 18th will be reviewed in five-day intervals until a candidate is recommended for hire
Salary : $76,439 - $77,586