Assistant Principal Selection Process

At Lamar CISD, we believe all leaders have a passion for people, a drive for results, and a plan for success. Our selection process for assistant principals is designed to assess qualities within each of these areas. Please see our Leader of Leaders expectations Assistant Principal Selection Process

• Online Application
  • Submit an online administrative application at WorkSpace
  • When completing the application, be sure to include the following:
    • Complete and current employment history
    • Three references including your current supervisor
      • References' email addresses must be provided, and they must complete the electronic reference form that is emailed to them
      • The references you include must have supervised your employment
  • Upload required supporting documents including resume/cover letter, certificate(s), transcript(s), and most recent evaluation 
  • Complete Principal SPB assessment  
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered
  • Apply Assistant Principal Applicant Pool posting HERE

• Interview Process
  • Selected candidates will be invited to interview with a committee comprised of campus and district-level leaders
  • Interview questions and activities will be aligned to Lamar CISD’s leadership definition
  • Responses will be scored against a rubric
  • Finalists will be invited to participate in the next round of interviews
  • With input from other committee members, the principal will make a recommendation for hire

Lamar CISD will always focus on putting students first. Developing, growing, and inspiring each student begins with a great teacher who provides rigorous instruction, holds high expectations, and offers unwavering support.

Lamar CISD is committed to finding high-quality candidates. We are looking for educators who:

• Express a passion for people – Our teachers empower students, cultivate meaningful relationships with students and families, and celebrate the diversity of Lamar CISD.
• Consistently plan for success – Our teachers hold and model high expectations for all students, inspire innovation in our classrooms, and reflect on practices to implement new ideas for maximizing student success.
• Persistently drive for results – Our teachers take pride in their work, assume personal accountability for elevating student achievement, and work diligently with a positive attitude to persist through challenges.

Criteria for Employment in Lamar CISD

To be employed as a teacher in Lamar CISD, you must provide:

• Official transcripts reflecting a bachelor’s degree earned from an accredited university. For out-of-country transcripts, submit an original evaluation from a recognized foreign credential evaluation service
• A valid Texas teaching certificate or Statement of Eligibility from an Alternative Certification Program/University post Baccalaureate Program. Click here to view the Texas Teacher Assignment Chart.

Alternative Certification:

Individuals who hold a bachelor's degree (in an area that does not lead to teacher certification) and are interested in becoming a teacher must pursue one of two paths to become a teacher in the state of Texas. Those individuals may pursue enrollment into an Alternative Certification Program (ACP) or enroll in a Post Baccalaureate Program that leads to teacher certification at the university level.

Teachers who are going through an ACP must be issued a Statement of Eligibility before being hired. Each program will differ somewhat in program requirements. Click here to see an overview of the process and a list of approved programs.

Additional Certification by Exam:

All teachers in the state of Texas are required by the TEA to complete state mandated exams before being eligible for certification.

Registration instructions, test dates and study guides are available at Tx Nesinc.

Out-of-State/Out-of-Country Certification Information:

Teachers who hold an Out-of-State or Out-of-Country certificate must apply and pay online for a review of credentials and a One-Year certificate with TEA. Once the review is complete, the teacher will receive an email from TEA, which will include the required tests and the eligibility for a One-Year certificate. Acceptable proof of oral English language proficiency must be submitted before a certificate can be issued for Out-of-Country certificates. For more information regarding this process.

Lamar CISD offers several types of teacher aide positions that support instruction in Special Education, physical education, Pre-Kindergarten, and bilingual/ESL classrooms. Working as an aide is a rewarding career that provides valuable experience in the educational field. It is also the perfect opportunity to explore a career as a teacher.

Educational Requirements for Teacher's Aides

If you currently do not meet the requirements listed below, click here to learn how to become a highly qualified paraprofessional in Lamar CISD

Positions at Non-Title I Campuses:

Regular Ed Aide Positions:

• 15 semester hours of college coursework from a regionally accredited college or university or two years of full-time work-related experience with students in an instructional or childcare facility

Special Ed Aide Positions:

• 30 semester hours of college coursework from a regionally accredited college or university or three years of full-time work-related experience with students in an instructional or childcare facility

Positions at Title I Campuses:

• 48 semester hours of college coursework from a regionally accredited college or university or meets NCLB requirements for highly qualified paraprofessionals

Why should I be interested in substituting?

Helps you gain essential experience that can improve your chances of landing a full-time position with the District.
Subbing is flexible – you work when you want to. It’s a rewarding opportunity that allows you to make a difference in the lives of students.

How do I become a substitute?

Complete the online substitute application. Be sure to include at least two professional references (former or current supervisors). You must provide their email addresses on your application.

Once your references have been received by the Human Resources Department, send an email to Substitute@LCISD.org to request access to the fingerprints process. You will be provided instructions for completing the state-mandated fingerprinting process. Each substitute will be required to pay for their own fingerprinting (approximately $47.00 -$55.00).

After clearing fingerprints, you will receive new hire paperwork. You will also receive an invitation to in person orientation pending completion of the online portions of paperwork before attending. We strongly encourage you to bring in your supporting documents for I-9 and official transcripts prior to orientation (detailed instructions regarding these documents will be emailed to you).

Next, you will attend in person orientation. At the end of the session, you will receive your badge if all the new hire paperwork is turned in. 
Complete a one-time registration in our sub system and you're ready to begin subbing!

Current LCISD Substitute Hiring Process

Substitute Handbook

SmartFind Express Instructions for New Users

LCISD Substitute Information Guide

Instructions for Student Teacher Placement

The following instructions apply to students enrolled in a university or alternative certification program.

1. Complete the Volunteer Application.
2. After you have submitted the application, your university or alternative certification program (ACP) director should contact Irene Salinas with an official request for your placement. This request must be sent via email to ISalinas@LCISD.org or by mail to 3911 Avenue I, Rosenberg, TX 77471 and must contain the following:
   • Contact information for university or ACP director
   • First and last name of the candidate
   • Pending certification
   • Preferred campuses
   • Preferred subject
   • Number of placements required
   • Date student teaching assignment will begin and end
3. Once the above information has been received, details regarding your placement will be sent to your university or ACP director.

Instructions for Student Observers

The following instructions apply to individuals who must complete observation hours in order to satisfy college course requirements.

• Complete the Volunteer Application.
• Complete the Observation Request Form.
• You will be contacted by the Human Resources Department in 3 to 5 business days via email.

Observation Guidelines

• Observation requests are accepted at the beginning of each semester term.
• Fall observations begin after the third week in September and end the last week of November.
• Spring observations begin the third week in January and end the last week of March.
• Approved observation time frames are by semester and do not extend into another semester.
• LCISD will approve no more than 30 hours per semester per student and limits the number of observers placed at each campus. Placements are on a first come, first served basis for those who have provided all the requested information.
• Submitting all requirements is the responsibility of the observer.
• Observations are not scheduled during summer school.
• All observers are required to dress professionally.
• Personal cell phone use during observations is prohibited.
• Follow the campus check in procedures, which requires your driver’s license or state-issued ID.
• Remember that all student information is confidential.
• You may only observe at the campuses to which Human Resources assigns you.
• You may not observe in your child’s classroom.
• The campus administrator has the authority to deny or discontinue requests for observation hours.
• Respect the campus, students, teachers, and classrooms you are assigned to observe.