Job Details
| Region: | 1 |
| School District/Employer: | La Joya ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Campus |
| Position: | Principal |
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| Job Title: | Elementary School Principal |
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| Date Posted: | 3/4/2026 |
| Deadline: | 2026-05-31 |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | JG Consulting has partnered with La Joya Independent School District to facilitate the search for this role. District Vision: Educational Excellence is the Right of Every Student. District Mission: The La Joya Independent School District empowers students to become critical thinkers, visionary leaders, and active contributors in their community, fostering a pathway to success for limitless opportunities in a competitive global, civic and economic landscape. Educational excellence is the responsibility of all members of the La Joya ISD community, where we embody the belief system, both in voice and action, that results in students who are prepared to realize their fullest potential. District Overview: The La Joya Independent School District, located in the western portion of Hidalgo County, Texas. The district contains 37 schools and approximately 24,800 students. |
| Qualifications: | Education/Certification: ● Master’s degree required; preferred in Education, Educational Leadership or related field ● Valid or eligible to receive Texas Principal Certification or MId-Management Certification ● Currently or eligible to become T-TESS certified Experience: ● Minimum of three year’s teaching experience ● Minimum of three year’s experience as an Assistant Principal, preferred Special Knowledge and Skills: ● Proven success in leading a school or district community toward continuous improvement in academic goals with a relentless pursuit of academic excellence for all students ● Deep knowledge of curriculum and instruction as well as evidence-based practices in multiple content areas as applicable by grade levels ● Demonstrated leadership on district-wide committees and/or district-wide activities ● Proven experience to use and interpret data to inform decision-making processes that allow for intentional actions and lead to improved student/campus achievement ● Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) ● Leadership, management, and organizational skills ● Experience with diverse populations ● Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred ● Proven success in leading a school or district community toward continuous improvement in academic goals with a relentless pursuit of academic excellence for all students |
| Salary Range: | Principal Excellence Initiative (PEI) The Principal Excellence Initiative (PEI) is designed to recognize, develop, and strategically support campus leaders who drive measurable student growth and instructional excellence. Through clearly defined performance expectations aligned to our instructional framework and student outcomes, PEI ensures that principal leadership remains focused on academic achievement, talent development, and strong campus culture. This initiative reinforces accountability while providing meaningful recognition for results. Please review the Principal Excellence Initiative details within the Compensation Plan for eligibility criteria, performance metrics, and award structure. |
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| How To Apply: | https://jobs.jgconsulting.us/jobdetail/ZR_89_JOB |
Contact Person:
| Name: | James Guerra |
| Email: | careers@jgconsulting.us |
| Address: | 201 East Expressway 83 |
| City: | La Joya |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78560 |
| Phone: | (888) 765-3731 |
| Fax: | (956) 580-5444 |