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Campus Leadership Principal (221 Days): 2026-2027 School Year Districtwide

Dallas Independent School District

Dallas, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Coaching, Conflict Resolution, Consensus Building Skills, Continuous Improvement, Diversity, Establish Priorities, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Mentoring, Multitasking, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, People Management, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Resource Management, Strategic Planning, System Operations, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
1 day ago
Please note that there are two parts to the principal candidate pool application. The supplemental application will be emailed to you 24-72 hours after submitting your initial application in TMS. Your application for the 2026-2027 Principal Candidate Pool will not be considered complete until both the initial and the supplemental applications have been submitted.2026-2027 Principal VacanciesExecutive Leadership - The principal establishes and implements a shared vision and culture of collective responsibility with high expectations for staff and students.* Establishes and maintains a shared vision of success* Outlines and tracks clear goals, targets and strategies aligned to the school vision that continually improves teacher effectiveness and student outcomes.* Establishes a culture of continuous improvement* Develops and uses effective conflict-management and consensus-building skills* Makes effective decisions that support campus and district goals* Develops and implements strategic plansInstructional Leadership - The principal develops and supports rigorous and coherent systems of curriculum, instruction and assessment ensuring each student's success.* Ensures a standards-based and aligned curriculum that meets the needs of all students and student groups* Ensures the implementation of high-quality, effective classroom instructional strategies that improve performance of all students and student groups, ensuring equity and eliminating achievement gaps* Coaches and develops teachers by providing actionable feedback to improve the quality of instruction* Ensures the use of student level data to drive continuous improvement ensuring every student has sufficient opportunity to meet and exceed standardsHuman Capital - The principal fosters and develops the highest level of professional capacity creating sustainable, collective effectiveness of all campus personnel.* Recruits, hires, mentors, and retains high-quality staff* Conducts rigorous evaluations of staff for continuous improvement and accountability for results* Trains, develops, and supports a high-performing campus staff* Develops leadership capacity of campus staff* Establishes, trains, coaches, and develops effective leadership teamsStrategic Operations - The principal strategically plans and ensures campus operations and resources promote the academic success and well-being of each student.* Manages resources (people, financial, equipment) effectively to support the organizational goals* Utilizes all funds in compliance with state and federal guidelines, while maximizing the goals of the campus* Ensures campus facilities, equipment and support systems operate safely, efficiently and effectively* Establishes organizational structures and practices for all stakeholders that result in the effective and efficient operation of the campus to ensure student achievement* Maintains a supportive, secure, and respectful learning environment that ensures the social, emotional and physical well-being of staff and studentsProfessional Responsibilities - The principal acts ethically and professionally, relentlessly pursuing continual improvement.* Develops and maintains positive relationships with all stakeholders* Models and promotes the highest standard of conduct, ethical principles and integrity in decision-making, actions, and behaviors* Maintains personal and professional growth and meaningfully contributes to the growth of the professionWORK ENVIRONMENT:The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.* Master's Degree in Education or a directly related field from an accredited university.* Texas standard Principal certificate or mid-management certificate.* Five years experience in education.* Three years of the five years shall be successful experience in a leadership role.* Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, strategies, goals and objectives of public education.* Knowledge of procedures, techniques and strategies pertaining to the administration of school level operation.* Ability to effectively plan, organize and coordinate the management functions and activities of school operation.* Ability to carry out responsibilities with little or no supervision.* Ability to handle multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.* Ability to promote a positive, caring climate for learning.* Ability to effectively analyze problems, issues and concerns and formulate appropriate alternative solutions.* Ability to deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.* Ability to interact effectively with student, staff, parents and community members.* Organizational, prioritization, communication and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position.

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Dallas Independent School District