Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership

Days per year: 226

Min:

$140,393

Mid:

$169,150

JOB TITLE :

Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership

REPORTS TO

: Chief Learning Officer

WAGE/HOUR STATUS

: Exempt

PAY GRADE

AI 9

PRIMARY PURPOSE :

The Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership is responsible for leading the academic and operational excellence of all campuses within their assigned feeder pattern or division. This role provides strategic supervision and coaching to campus principals and ensures all campuses demonstrate continuous academic growth, strong leadership practices, and safe, inclusive learning environments. A central charge of this role is to prevent any campus from receiving a failing grade ("D" or "F") under the Texas Accountability System. This includes proactive leadership of instructional improvement strategies, leadership development, and system-level alignment with TEA, Board, and district expectations. In collaboration with the Chief Learning Officer and other senior leaders, the Assistant Superintendent will lead school improvement efforts, ensure regulatory compliance, align supports to campus needs, and maintain high standards for leadership excellence and student outcomes. All district leaders are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, lead with urgency, champion equity and excellence, and communicate clearly with all stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field Texas Mid-Management or Principal Certification Minimum of 10 years in public education, with at least 5 years in campus administration or supervisory leadership Experience as a successful campus principal

Preferred:

Doctorate in Education or related field Proficiency in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing) Experience in a diverse, high-performing school district

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

Deep understanding of the Texas Accountability System, including A-F ratings, STAAR, TELPAS, and TEA reporting requirements Strong familiarity with the Texas Effective Schools Framework (ESF) and campus improvement planning (CIP/TIP) processes Knowledge of TEKS-aligned instruction, instructional frameworks, student intervention systems, and assessment practices Understanding of district organization, policy, and procedures to effectively support campus operations and compliance Working knowledge of federal and state mandates, including Title I, Special Education, and ESL/Bilingual education requirements Proven ability to coach, evaluate, and develop principals and school leadership teams for sustained school improvement Skilled in analyzing multiple data sources (academic, attendance, behavior, staffing, and finance) to inform responsive leadership decisions Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, resolve conflict, and foster collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders Ability to align instructional practices and operations to district-wide strategic goals and state accountability standards Experience in managing change, crisis response, and building consensus in dynamic educational environments Ability to prevent campus failure by proactively supporting campus improvement, data-informed interventions, and leadership excellence Capacity to drive instructional equity, improve student outcomes, and promote inclusive learning environments across all campuses Ability to manage and lead through complex school systems, balancing instructional, operational, and compliance responsibilities Able to maintain high expectations, ethical conduct, and emotional control under pressure in fast-paced, high-stakes situations Ability to cultivate a pipeline of leadership talent through intentional development, succession planning, and performance coaching

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Campus Supervision and Leadership Support:

Provide leadership and oversight to assigned campuses, ensuring continuous academic growth and operational excellence Supervise and evaluate campus principals, using multiple data sources to inform annual performance reviews Set clear performance expectations aligned to district goals, TEA standards, and Board policy Ensure every school receives at least a "C" or higher rating in the Texas Accountability System Monitor school improvement efforts, including implementation of Campus Improvement Plans (CIPs) Serve as the primary leadership coach and support to principals, ensuring alignment to the district's instructional framework Lead leadership development initiatives and succession planning within assigned area

Instructional and Operational Alignment:

Monitor and support the delivery of high-quality, TEKS-aligned instruction on every campus Partner with Academic Services to ensure curriculum alignment and professional development support Ensure fidelity to district expectations for instructional practice, student assessment, and intervention systems Promote the consistent use of data to guide instruction and campus decision-making Support campuses in maintaining safe, orderly learning environments, including adherence to student discipline policies

Accountability, Compliance, and Performance Monitoring:

Track performance metrics across campuses including STAAR results, TELPAS, discipline, attendance, dropout rates, and teacher retention Identify performance trends and root causes, and work with principals to develop responsive action plans Ensure campus adherence to state and federal mandates including Title I, special education, and bilingual/ESL requirements Partner with relevant departments to align central support services to campus needs Respond to and resolve campus concerns, complaints, or crises in a timely and effective manner

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

Establish strong relationships with campus leaders, families, community organizations, and central office teams Serve as a liaison between schools and the Chief Learning Officer, Superintendent, and Board Ensure principals communicate effectively with their school communities regarding academic progress and improvement plans Promote shared leadership and community engagement on every campus

Collaboration and Strategic Alignment:

Serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, supporting district-wide strategy and decision-making Collaborate across departments (HR, Finance, Academics, Operations, etc.) to meet campus needs Lead initiatives or task forces as assigned by the Chief Learning Officer or Superintendent Represent the district at events, Board meetings, and community functions as requested

Other Duties:

Maintain high expectations for professionalism, collaboration, and ethical conduct Maintain required documentation and reports in accordance with district policy Comply with all federal requirements for time and effort reporting if federally funded Perform all other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises assigned school principals and any assigned central office staff, and indirectly supervises all personnel in the assigned area.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. This position will also require both traveling within the district and state wide, occasional prolonged and irregular hours and participation required and some district functions.

Mental demands:

Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to interpret a variety of data; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory, ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.