School Principal Jobs in Texas

A Principal plays a critical role in school administration as they are responsible for the overall management and operation of the school. They create and implement educational policies, manage school staff including teachers and non-teaching personnel, and ensure the school's curriculum and activities adhere to national and local standards. Principals also have the obligation to monitor student progress, conduct teacher evaluations, maintain a safe and conducive learning environment, and communicate with parents and community members. They also oversee the school's budget and make sure resources are allocated properly.

To perform these duties successfully, School Principals should have leadership and decision-making skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strategic planning, and problem-solving abilities. They must also demonstrate a solid understanding of curriculum development, education laws, and regulations. A master's degree in education administration or leadership, and licensure from a state board of education are typical requirements for this role. Certifications like National Certified School Principal (NCSP) or Professional Principal's Certificate could be beneficial. Prior to becoming a School Principal, an individual may begin as a teacher, then progress to roles such as Assistant Principal, Department Head, or School Administrator.

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Principal (221 Days) 2025-2026 School Year

  • Center, TX
  • moments ago
  • Center, TX
  • moments ago

Leadership - The principal develops and supports rigorous and coherent systems of curriculum, instruction and assessment ensuring each student’s success....

Secretary to Principal - Mattei MS

  • Princeton, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Princeton, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Job Title: Secretary to Principal Reports to: Principal Dept....

Principal Intern 2025-2026

  • Odessa, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Student Management Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook....

PV Solar Field Tech Principal

  • Mount Calm, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mount Calm, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Requisition ID: 87024 NextEra Energy Resources is one of Americas largest wholesale generators of electricity, leveraging all forms of energy across renewables, storage and nuclear. We offer...

Junior High Principal

  • Brock, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Brock, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Description/Notes: Qualifications: How To Apply: Please visit to apply.

K-12 Principal

  • Nordheim, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Nordheim, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Qualifications: Principal How To Apply: Please send your resume and certification to ......

Principal PK-12

  • Moran, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Moran, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Description/Notes: Principal PK-12 Qualifications: Principal Certification How To Apply: Send resume to: ... IN SUBJECT LINE OF EMAIL TYPE "PRINCIPAL"...

Elementary Principal

  • Hamilton, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Hamilton, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Qualifications: - Master's degree in educational administration - Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate - Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser How...

Elementary Principal

  • Lott, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lott, TX
  • 15 hours ago

:Posted until filled Posted:Apr 8, 2025 Starting Date:To Be Determined Job Description Elementary Principal Position Type:Full-time...

Director of Preschool and Kindergarten

  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Director of Preschool and Kindergarten April 10, 2025 Saint Michael Episcopal School Dallas, TX United States ECE Program (P-K only) Position Starts: August 4, 2025 Application Deadline: Until...

Admin Asst To School Principal 2025-2026

  • Odessa, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 16 hours ago

ADMIN ASST TO SCHOOL PRINCIPAL 2025-2026 Ector County Independent School District DISTRICT-WIDE - Odessa, Texas Job Details Job ID:4939677 Application Deadline:Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard...

Principal - Elementary

  • TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • TX
  • 16 hours ago

POSTING Job Details TitleHigh School English Teacher Posting ID247 Description Position Description POSITION TITLE: Teacher FLSA: Exempt QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold proper state certification REPORTS TO: Principal...

Principal (2025-2026)

  • Keller, TX
  • 20 hours ago
  • Keller, TX
  • 20 hours ago

Demonstrate campus progress using results to promote school improvement....

Principal

  • Huntington, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington, TX
  • 1 day ago

Huntington ISD - Principal JOB DETAILS Region:7 School District/Employer:Huntington ISD District Category/Employer:Campus, Position:Principal, Assignment Level:Level Middle School Job Title:Principal...

Secondary Principal

  • Mount Enterprise, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Enterprise, TX
  • 1 day ago

Mount Enterprise ISD - Secondary Principal JOB DETAILS Region:7 School District/Employer:Mount Enterprise ISD District Category/Employer:Campus, Position:Principal, Assignment Level:Level High School...

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Texas

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

School Principals in Texas offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.8%
Doctorate Degree
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
13.6%
High School or GED
4.2%
Associate's Degree
2.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by School Principals in Texas
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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