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PrincipalWindham School District Plainview - Wheeler Unit - Plainview, Texas Open in Google MapsJob DetailsJob ID: 5467909Application Deadline: May 17, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)Re-Posted: May 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)Starting Date: ImmediatelyJob TitlePrincipalEligibilityRetirees of the Texas Teachers Retirement System (TRS) may apply. Candidates must reimburse the district for TRS pension or TRS Care surcharges through payroll deduction. As of September 1, 2025, pension surcharge rate is 16.5% and Care surcharge is $535/month.Wage/Hour StatusExemptPay GroupA75-PrincipalSalary PlanPrimary PurposeServe as the administrative and instructional leader of the school and supervise operations and personnel at campus level. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service, oversee compliance with district policies, success of instructional programs, and operation of all campus activities.QualificationsEducation/CertificationMaster's degree from a college or university accredited by CHEA or USDE. Must hold a State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) Mid‑Management/Administrator/Principal Certificate, or another appropriate administrative certificate, or be eligible for probationary certification. Candidates eligible for a supervised certificate must submit a letter from the college/university indicating eligibility.ExperienceThree years of successful classroom teaching experience. Windham School District teaching experience preferred. This position requires personal technology enabling completion of job duties and responsibilities when working remotely.Special Knowledge/SkillsStrong organizational, communication, public relations and interpersonal skills.Ability to evaluate problems and develop & present alternative solutions.Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction.Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness.Ability to manage budget and personnel.Ability to coordinate campus functions.Major Responsibilities and DutiesAccept responsibility for the organization and management of the education program on the unit assigned.Utilize allocated resources of the Windham School District, contracted college/university and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in developing effective educational and vocational training programs for incarcerated students.Promote guidance and counseling program that furnishes the assistance required by the TDCJ, teachers, students, and college programs.Conduct periodic supplies and equipment inventories and submit requisitions for all educational programs.Work with staff to implement and evaluate the curriculum materials.Maintain and utilize appropriate information systems and records necessary for placement of students in education programs.Ensure against any form of student discrimination, establishing and following policies and procedures consistent with sound, fair and legal practices of the TDCJ, WSD, and contracted colleges/universities.Communicate and promote high expectation levels for staff and student performance.Promote a school climate that encourages incarcerated students to behave in positive ways during confinement.Develop, maintain, and utilize appropriate information systems and records necessary for attainment of campus performance objectives and accountability measures.Assist in establishing and clarifying short and long range goals that are educationally sound and administratively feasible.Assume responsibility for the planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of the assigned educational program.Facilitate the collaborative development of objectives and strategies to be used for implementing a shared campus vision that focuses on teaching and learning.Align financial, human and material resources to support the implementation of the campus vision.Establish processes to assess and modify the plan of implementation to ensure achievement of the campus vision.Coordinate and arrange for visiting supervisory and support personnel to ensure successful program outcomes.Interview staff applicants and participate in selection of personnel as directed by WSD policies and regulations.Recommend staff assignments according to WSD needs.Observe classroom performance for the improvement of instruction.Identify aspects of the teacher's classroom instructional program in need of improvement and suggest alternate avenues.Maintain adequate and accurate documentation upon which recommendations for employee termination or retention are based.Evaluate the personnel under his/her supervision, and make recommendations to the Superintendent or designee.Use management techniques that promote teamwork and collaborative decision making among staff members.Promote the expectation that all employees will interact in a positive, supportive, cooperative manner.Assume the responsibility for implementing policies and directives of the School Board, TDCJ, Texas Education Agency, WSD Regional Principal and the Superintendent.Prepare appropriate facilities, program and/or transportation for student graduation ceremonies throughout the year.Supervise the administration of various education achievement tests and the General Education Development Test, consistent with State regulations and procedures established by TDCJ and WSD.Make thorough daily and/or weekly inspections of the school properties, report any irregularities, or make recommendations that would enhance school safety.Prepare and submit the campus level budget and monitor allocations and expenditures of funds according to administrative policies in a manner designed to reduce the cost of confinement.Establish and maintain an accurate accounting system for all unit library materials, as well as WSD and college textbooks issued to staff and incarcerated students.Prepare a master instructional schedule (WSD and college programs) that is consistent with other unit activities and complies with accreditation standards and other applicable guidelines.Maintain accurate records and make reports as required by TEA or as requested by the Regional Principal, Superintendent, or School Board.Maintain auditable attendance records that meet or exceed State and WSD standards and guidelines.Demonstrate effectiveness in helping education programs comply with district requirements for contact hours and class sizes.Function as the attendance officer of the school and ensure that student selection and placement in programs comply with district guidelines.Implement the District's shared decision-making plan.Establish procedures to ensure that disabled students are properly served through ARD committees, IAT, and non‑English speaking students are appropriately evaluated and placed through an LPAC.Establish and maintain a standard of student conduct that is supportive of the instructional program and meets TDCJ standards.Provide a meaningful student incentive program resulting in active participation and satisfactory achievement.Assign or reassign incarcerated students to school based upon individual goals, training, achievement scores, teacher recommendations and Individualized Treatment Plan.Work with staff to increase the success of students in obtaining and maintaining future employment.Keep the Regional Principal, Superintendent, and Warden fully informed with respect to conditions and needs of the school through the established chain of command.Establish and maintain favorable relationships with TDCJ personnel, Parole Board representatives, college/university instructional personnel, local community groups, and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs.Serve cooperatively with unit TDCJ administration on various committees.Promote the professional growth of the staff by in‑service and staff development programs that meet the needs of teachers and auxiliary personnel.Promote professional improvement through activities approved by the Regional Principal, Superintendent, and School Board.Attend and satisfactorily complete all State‑mandated administrative/supervisory training within established timelines.Work effectively with staff to attain student performance objectives.Demonstrate progress in meeting student performance targets and accountability measures of the district.Perform other duties as assigned.Policy, Reports, and LawMaintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information received in the performance of the job duties.Perform duties in a professional manner through daily, punctual attendance at location of work assignment.Follow Windham School District policies and procedures in completing assigned job duties.Execute duties in a professional, ethical and responsible manner as defined in 19 TAC Chapter 247, Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervise all academic, vocational, special education, college, grant, paraprofessional, and state employees assigned to or visiting the school.Working ConditionsAdditional Requirements With or Without Reasonable AccommodationMental DemandsAbility to communicate, instruct, speak, reason, compile data, interpret policy, interpret procedures, analyze, organize, maintain emotional control, maintain confidentiality, work with frequent interruptions.Physical DemandsAbility to perform full duties of position, lift and carry less than 31 pounds, walking, sitting, standing, climbing stairs and ramps, kneeling, stooping, reaching, hearing (with aid), visual acuity, speaking, travel by car or airplane, driving of car/van, distinguishing colors, occasional prolonged and irregular work hours.Environmental DemandsWork inside and outside, noise, radiant/electrical energy, work alone or with others, around moving machines and objects, possible exposure to microwaves, dust, cleaning chemicals.*The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.Position TypeFull-TimeSalary$90,096 to $90,096 Per YearJob CategoriesAdministration > Principal/Dean/Head of SchoolSupport Staff > Administrative AssistantContact InformationEmma Pitrucha, HR OfficerHuntsville - Central OfficePhone: 936-291-5311Email: emma.pitrucha@wsdtx.org#J-18808-Ljbffr