Assistant Principal Jobs in Grand Prairie, TX

An Assistant Principal, also known as a Vice Principal, is an integral part of a school's administration team. They fulfil a variety of roles that may include managing school activities, overseeing daily school operations, coordinating curriculum, supervising teachers and staff, monitoring student progress, and enforcing disciplinary rules. They also assist the Principal in more complex administrative tasks and act as the Principal in their absence. Some Assistant Principals may also have specific responsibilities such as Special Education or Discipline Coordinator.

Prior to becoming an Assistant Principal, individuals may hold positions such as Classroom Teacher, Department Head, or School Counselor. Importantly, they must have a strong educational background, often including a Master's Degree in Education Administration or a related field. An administrative certification is also usually required. Key skills for this role encompass strong leadership, excellent communication, good organizational skills, and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment. An understanding of curriculum development, budgeting, and school law are also vital to the role.

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Assistant Principal - High School

  • Lewisville, TX (18 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewisville, TX (18 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 1 day ago

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Assistant Principal - Middle School

  • Lewisville, TX (18 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewisville, TX (18 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 1 day ago

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Associate Principal

  • Lancaster, TX (16 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, TX (16 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 3 days ago

(ILT), or Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of campus operations Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability to evaluate instructional program...

Assistant Principal Intern, Secondary School

  • Grapevine, TX (11 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Grapevine, TX (11 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Evaluation & Support System (T-TESS) appraiser, preferred or in progress Special Knowledge/Skills: Thorough understanding of school operations Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal...

Summer School Assistant Principal- Summer 2025

  • Irving, TX (3 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Irving, TX (3 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 13 days ago

and enhances the school climate [See Board policy FN] Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and student discipline is appropriate and equitable [See Board Policies FN, FO series] Communicate...

Secondary Assistant Principal (For LEAP Candidates Only)

  • Haltom City, TX (18 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Haltom City, TX (18 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 13 days ago

BIRDVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT High School Assistant Principal Middle School Assistant Principal Middle School Assistant Principal...

2025-2026 Assistant Principal

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 18 days ago

operations Exhibits effective human relations and communication skills Possesses skill in planning, organizing and facilitating instruction Possesses sufficient mobility to supervise students in the...

25-26 SY Assistant Principal Pool

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 18 days ago

discipline....

Admin Asst-Principal ES (school secretary) (2025-2026)

  • Lake Dallas, TX (23 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago
  • Lake Dallas, TX (23 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago

Job Title: Administrative Assistant - Principal Exemption Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: 4 Clerical/Paraprofessional 217 Dept....

33320 Secretary Assistant Principal

  • Garland, TX (23 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago
  • Garland, TX (23 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical - Campus/Secretary Date Posted: 3/25/2025 Location: North Garland High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Days: 198 Pay Grade: P14 Please check...

Assistant Principal - MS

  • Mansfield, TX (16 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago
  • Mansfield, TX (16 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago

Equal Opportunity Employer The Mansfield Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the provision of quality educational program for all students. Applicants...

Assistant Principal - Leadership Academy Network (Updated)

  • Fort Worth, TX (19 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (19 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago

: Assistant Principal - Leadership Academy Network Elementary School Middle School FLSA Status: Exempt Middle School Assistant Principal Reports to: Executive Director - Academics Pay Grade: 305 Duty...

Assistant Principal

  • Everman, TX (19 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago
  • Everman, TX (19 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 23 days ago

Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master's degree Texas assistant principal or other appropriate administrator certificate Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Special Knowledge...

Assistant Principal (2025-2026)

  • Fort Worth, TX (19 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (19 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Applies a variety of restorative student discipline techniques to meet the behavior needs of individual students....

Aviation Safety Inspector, Assistant Principal Avionics Inspector ( Air Carrier Avionics)

  • Irving, TX (3 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Irving, TX (3 miles from Grand Prairie, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Summary The Assistant Principal Avionics Inspector serves as a full assistant to a Principal Avionics Inspector performing the full range of certification, surveillance and inspection duties for assigned...

Demographic Data for Grand Prairie, TX

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in Grand Prairie, TX

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Assistant Principal positions.



Highest Education Level

Assistant Principals in Grand Prairie, TX offer the following education background
Master's Degree
66.0%
Doctorate Degree
22.7%
Bachelor's Degree
7.8%
High School or GED
1.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.1%
Associate's Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Principals in Grand Prairie, TX
2-4 years
38.4%
4-6 years
33.8%
1-2 years
11.7%
Less than 1 year
6.6%
8-10 years
4.7%
6-8 years
4.6%
10+ years
0.1%



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