Assistant Principal Jobs in San Marcos, 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: Bonham Elementary School

  • San Marcos, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • San Marcos, TX
  • 3 days ago

JOB TITLE: Assistant Principal WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Principal DEPT....

Assistant Principal: Mendez Elementary School

  • San Marcos, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • San Marcos, TX
  • 5 days ago

JOB TITLE: Assistant Principal WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Principal DEPT....

Assistant Principal (SY 25-26)

  • Seguin, TX (21 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Seguin, TX (21 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Attachment(s): Assistant Principal Middle School_rev November 2024.doc...

High School Assistant Principal

  • Marion, TX (23 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Marion, TX (23 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 16 days ago

High School Assistant Principal JobID: 1642 Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 5/28/2025 Location: Marion High School Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled...

HS Assistant Principal

  • Spring Branch, TX (23 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Spring Branch, TX (23 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Education / Certification: Master's degree Texas Principal certification or other appropriate Texas certificate Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser Special Knowledge / Skills...

Bilingual Assistant Principal

  • New Braunfels, TX (12 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX (12 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Help to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior....

Assistant Principal-Marion ISD

  • Marion, TX (23 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Marion, TX (23 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate....

Elementary Assistant Principal

  • Spring Branch, TX (23 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • Spring Branch, TX (23 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 22 days ago

Texas assistant principal or other appropriate Texas certificate. Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser....

HS Assistant Principal (25-26 School Year)

  • New Braunfels, TX (12 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX (12 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 22 days ago

Education / Certification: Master's degree Texas Principal certification or other appropriate Texas certificate Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation System (T-TESS) appraiser Special Knowledge / Skills...

Assistant Principal - ES

  • Kyle, TX (13 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 23 days ago
  • Kyle, TX (13 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 23 days ago

Assistant Principal - ES JobID: 691 Position Type: Campus Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 5/20/2025 Location: Sunfield Elementary School Additional Information: Show/Hide Location: Sunfield...

HS Assistant Principal

  • Dripping Springs, TX (24 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 23 days ago
  • Dripping Springs, TX (24 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 23 days ago

Identify, analyze and apply research findings to promote school improvement....

Assistant Principal, Dripping Springs High School

  • Dripping Springs, TX (24 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Dripping Springs, TX (24 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 29 days ago

Job Title: Assistant Principal, High School Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: Admin/Prof 6 Dept....

Assistant Principal-Secondary (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Lockhart, TX (21 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lockhart, TX (21 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master's degree Texas principal or other appropriate Texas certificate Advanced Education Leadership (AEL) certification, Instructional Leadership Training (...

Administrative Assistant I, Asst Principal

  • Dripping Springs, TX (24 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dripping Springs, TX (24 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Administrative Assistant I, Asst Principal Dripping Springs ISD Dripping Springs High School - Dripping Springs, Texas Job Details Job ID:5161414 Application Deadline:Posted until filled...

HS Assistant Principal (SY 25-26)

  • Seguin, TX (21 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seguin, TX (21 miles from San Marcos, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Attachment(s): Assistant Principal High School_rev December 2024.docx...

Demographic Data for San Marcos, TX

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, TX offer the following education background
Master's Degree
66.0%
Doctorate Degree
22.7%
Bachelor's Degree
7.7%
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 San Marcos, 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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