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Principal roles sit at the intersection of educational leadership and administrative management, making them a strong CPT fit for graduate students in education policy, leadership, or administration programs. Your DSO must document how the role integrates directly into your degree coursework before CPT authorization is granted.
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Get Access To All JobsPflugerville Independent School District
Job Title/Position: Administrative Intern
Department/School: Curriculum and Instruction
Pay Information: Teacher Compensation Plan
Supervised By: Campus Principal
FLSA: Exempt
Date Revised: January 2020
Primary Purpose:
Assist the school principal in overall administration of instructional programs and campus level operations. This is a one to two-year position. After two years, the individual must be approved for an administrative position or return to a classroom position.
Minimum Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification):
Master’s degree; Texas Standard Principal Certificate (or equivalent); two (2) years of teaching experience. Upon hire: certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) and Advanced Educational Leadership (AEL) or equivalent.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assist principals interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
- Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct support/evaluation conferences using T-TESS and other identified evaluations.
- Supervise operations in principal’s absence.
- Help plan daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
- Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance.
- Work with team leaders and faculty to compile annual budget requests; requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory, maintain records; verify receipts for materials.
- Ensure students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
- Assist in developing and maintaining a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior; ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and student discipline is appropriate and equitable; conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
- Attend and serve as administrative representative at ARD/IEP, 504, LPAC, and other meetings as necessary.
- Participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs.
- Participate in professional development activities.
- Monitor assigned instructional programs; encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs.
- Promote the use of technology in teaching/learning process.
- Promote a positive, caring, and supportive climate for learning and instruction.
- Follow Educator Code of Conduct & all policies, procedures, laws and state/federal regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, guidelines and procedures
- Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Knowledge of acceptable supervisory practices
- Skill in modifying instruction for various student needs
- Skill in working with various forms of equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, calculators, projectors, and printers
- Skill in working computer tools, including but not limited to, email internet, word processing and spreadsheets
- Skill in working in a collaborative team-based environment
- Skill in communicating effectively with others
- Skill in effectively managing a classroom and student behavior
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises professionals, paraprofessionals, and other support/campus personnel/staff
Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands):
Prolonged use of computer; ability to work extended hours; ability to be on call; repetitive hand motions; maintain emotional control under stress including that associated with strict deadlines and emergency situation; must be able to lift and/or carry at least 30 lbs.
The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
Pflugerville Independent School District
Job Title/Position: Administrative Intern
Department/School: Curriculum and Instruction
Pay Information: Teacher Compensation Plan
Supervised By: Campus Principal
FLSA: Exempt
Date Revised: January 2020
Primary Purpose:
Assist the school principal in overall administration of instructional programs and campus level operations. This is a one to two-year position. After two years, the individual must be approved for an administrative position or return to a classroom position.
Minimum Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification):
Master’s degree; Texas Standard Principal Certificate (or equivalent); two (2) years of teaching experience. Upon hire: certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) and Advanced Educational Leadership (AEL) or equivalent.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assist principals interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
- Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct support/evaluation conferences using T-TESS and other identified evaluations.
- Supervise operations in principal’s absence.
- Help plan daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
- Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance.
- Work with team leaders and faculty to compile annual budget requests; requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory, maintain records; verify receipts for materials.
- Ensure students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
- Assist in developing and maintaining a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior; ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and student discipline is appropriate and equitable; conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
- Attend and serve as administrative representative at ARD/IEP, 504, LPAC, and other meetings as necessary.
- Participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs.
- Participate in professional development activities.
- Monitor assigned instructional programs; encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs.
- Promote the use of technology in teaching/learning process.
- Promote a positive, caring, and supportive climate for learning and instruction.
- Follow Educator Code of Conduct & all policies, procedures, laws and state/federal regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, guidelines and procedures
- Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Knowledge of acceptable supervisory practices
- Skill in modifying instruction for various student needs
- Skill in working with various forms of equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, calculators, projectors, and printers
- Skill in working computer tools, including but not limited to, email internet, word processing and spreadsheets
- Skill in working in a collaborative team-based environment
- Skill in communicating effectively with others
- Skill in effectively managing a classroom and student behavior
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises professionals, paraprofessionals, and other support/campus personnel/staff
Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands):
Prolonged use of computer; ability to work extended hours; ability to be on call; repetitive hand motions; maintain emotional control under stress including that associated with strict deadlines and emergency situation; must be able to lift and/or carry at least 30 lbs.
The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
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Get Access To All JobsPrincipal CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Principal role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your degree program explicitly covers educational leadership, school administration, or policy and the Principal duties connect to those learning outcomes. Your DSO evaluates whether the role is an integral part of your curriculum, not simply related to your field. A strong job description that references instructional leadership, staff management, and community engagement typically satisfies that standard for students in education or organizational leadership programs.
Can I work as a Principal on CPT before finishing my degree?
CPT authorization is available at any point during your F-1 program, including before graduation, as long as the practical training is a required or elective component of your curriculum. Many education leadership programs build administrative internships or residencies directly into the degree plan, which makes early CPT approval straightforward. Confirm with your DSO that the role is listed or approvable under your program's training requirements.
What documentation does my employer need to hire me on CPT?
Your employer needs your current I-20 with the CPT authorization endorsement listing the specific employer, start date, and whether the authorization is part-time or full-time. Most school districts also require a copy of your F-1 visa stamp and I-94 arrival record to complete onboarding. Some districts run E-Verify, which processes F-1 CPT students without issue when your I-20 reflects the correct authorization dates.
How do I find Principal jobs where employers understand CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for Principal openings filtered by employers with international hiring experience. Districts and charter networks that have previously employed international students are significantly less likely to withdraw offers after learning you're on CPT. Reaching out through your program's alumni network to connect with working principals who navigated CPT at similar districts is also an effective way to identify receptive employers.
Does CPT as a Principal affect my H-1B eligibility later?
CPT itself does not affect H-1B visa eligibility. The concern arises if you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT, which eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, including the STEM OPT extension. Without OPT, you lose the additional post-graduation work authorization window that many F-1 students use while waiting for H-1B selection. If the Principal role is full-time, track your cumulative CPT hours carefully with your DSO before committing.