Principal Manager

Position Hours

Full-time, Coastal Bend and RGV; frequent campus travel (daily), occasional extended hours for events

Length of Term/Employment

223 workdays / At-Will

Reports to

Superintendent

Location

Coastal Bend and RGV Region (daily campus travel; occasional extended hours)

Position Mission

The Principal Manager develops and supports campus principals (and APs of Instruction as needed) to deliver A/B-rated instruction, strong culture, and reliable operations across Jubilee Coastal Bend and RGV campuses. The Manager executes a practice-based coaching model (observe ? feedback ? practice ? re-observe) with tight data and implementation cycles, ensuring that every classroom, every period reflects Jubilee non-negotiables.

Instructional Leadership

• Run weekly leader coaching cycles: co-walk classrooms, script evidence, deliver 3–5 minute bite-sized feedback, and schedule same-week practice.
• Calibrate leaders on Jubilee non-negotiable look-fors (objective posted/aligned, exemplar in hand, aggressive monitoring, engagement at 100%, DOK, Time Voice Body (TVB)).
• Support CFA/BOY/MOY/Mock STAAR data meetings; convert findings to reteach plans, small-group cycles, and progress monitoring.
• Ensure leader calendars reflect = 70% instructional focus each week; track feedback-loop closure within 48 hours.
• Support all Coastal Bend and RGV campuses Leader Development & Talent Build principal/AP capacity to run effective PLCs, plan from standards, and deliver real-time coaching.
• Model difficult conversations; uphold clarity + accountability while maintaining trust.
• Evaluate principals of all coached campuses on the TPESS rubric following the district TPESS timelines

Culture, Operations, & Compliance

• Coach principals on student attendance (ADA >95%), safety routines, and family engagement systems (ParentSquare).
• Align campus work to district priorities: enrollment growth(10% yearly)/persistence, EB/TELPAS, SPED service delivery, and CCMR where applicable.
• Support calendarized deliverables (PEIMS-adjacent reviews, testing windows, board artifacts) in partnership with central teams.

Key Outcomes (KPIs)

• Ratings: Each coached campus shows measurable movement toward/within A/B on TAPR indicators.
• Instructional execution: = 70% of scheduled walkthroughs completed per cycle.
• = 90% of feedback loops closed within 48 hours.
• Documented increase in mastery by standard between CFAs.
• Attendance & persistence: ADA trend to =95%; campus persistence plan executed with withdrawal reduction.
• Leader capacity: Principals independently running data meetings, coaching-in-the-moment, and maintaining on-time compliance.
• Regional student enrollment increases 10% from fall snapshot to fall snapshot.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's in Education/Ed Leadership preferred.
• 5+ years successful school leadership (principal/AP) with documented student growth; network/district coaching experience preferred.
• Deep knowledge of TEKS, STAAR, TELPAS, Texas Accountability, and research-based instruction.
• Demonstrated skill in practice-based coaching, adult learning, difficult conversations, and change management.
• Strong data fluency (CFAs, item analysis, growth targets) and systems' execution.

Core Competencies

• Clarity + Accountability: Sets the bar; follows up relentlessly.
• Coaching in the Moment: Precise, bite-sized feedback; immediate practice.
• Data ? Action: Turns evidence into next steps with owners/timelines.
• Relationship-Driven: High trust, low drama; protects instructional time.
• Bias for Action: Plans the work; works the plan—weekly cycles, visible artifacts.

Weekly Cadence (example)

• Mon/Tue: Campus A/B – joint walkthroughs, feedback/practice, PLC support.
• Wed: Campus C – data meeting (CFA), reteach planning, leader 1:1s.
• Thu: Campus D – coaching intensives (classroom practice + re-observe).
• Fri: Calibration with District leaders; artifact review (observation logs, plans); next-week scheduling.

Artifacts/Tools

• Coaching tracker with observations completed, feedback timestamps, practice scheduled, and re-observation notes.
• Campus CFA dashboards (mastery by standard, student groups, reteach plans).
• Principal/AP Excellence Plans and observation calendars.

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license and daily regional travel.
• Background clearance per district policy.
• Commitment to Jubilee's mission, equity, and community partnership.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate across diverse stakeholders.

Charter & Community Responsibilities

• Represent and promote the charter's mission to families and the broader community.
• Support student recruitment and family engagement efforts.
• Encourage and participate in building strong campus-community connections.

Charter Atmosphere

• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Promote Jubilee's values through professional conduct and communication.
• Model fairness, respect, and high expectations in all interactions.

Working Conditions

• Mental/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
• Maintain emotional composure and professionalism under stress.
• Frequent standing, movement, and event participation.
• Occasional lifting and handling of school materials or equipment.
• Extended hours during peak seasons or events may be required.

Other Requirements

• Adhere to Jubilee staff dress code and policies.
• Stay current with developments in education and CCMR practices.
• Submit required reports and documentation in a timely manner.

To Apply

Submit resume, a one-page results summary (campus gains you led), and two sample artifacts (a coaching plan and a data meeting agenda).