240's TExES Principal as Instructional Leader Study Guide Is 92% Test-Aligned
240's TExES Principal as Instructional Leader study guide is built around the official exam framework so you can study what is actually tested. This page shows exactly how the guide maps to the real exam — SMR by SMR and competency by competency — so you can see where coverage is strongest, where some depth gaps remain, and how each part of the guide supports your prep.
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6 domains · 67 competencies reviewed · 92% test-aligned
Covered— competency is comprehensively supported by the guide
Partially covered— core content is covered, but some depth gaps remain
Coverage gap identified— a content gap has been identified
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SCHOOL CULTURE (DOMAIN I)
Covered
SMR I.001 The entry-level principal knows how to establish and implement a shared vision and culture of high expectations for all stakeholders (students, staff, parents, and community).
180 Qs10 Materials20 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Creates a positive, collaborative, and collegial campus culture that sets high expectations and facilitates the implementation and achievement of campus initiatives and goals | L.Positive Campus; L.Collaborative Campus; L.Collegial Campus | Covered | 79 | 3 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (79 questions, 3 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Uses emerging issues, recent research, knowledge of systems (e.g., school improvement process, strategic planning, etc.), and various types of data (e.g., demographic, perceptive, student learning, and processes) to collaboratively develop a shared campus vision and a plan for implementing the vision | L.CV via Research-Based; L.CV via Quant and Qual Data; L.CV via TX systems | Covered | 29 | 3 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (29 questions, 3 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Facilitates the collaborative development of a plan that clearly articulates objectives and strategies for implementing a campus vision | L.CV via Collaborative Development | Covered | 33 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (33 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Aligns financial, human, and material resources to support implementation of a campus vision and mission | L.CV - Resources Needed | Covered | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Establishes procedures to assess and modify implementation plans to promote achievement of the campus vision | L.Attaining Vision | Covered | 18 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Models and promotes the continuous and appropriate development of all stakeholders in the school community, to shape the campus culture | L.CV via Collaborative Development | Covered | 33 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (33 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Establishes and communicates consistent expectations for all stakeholders, providing supportive feedback to promote a positive campus environment | L.Positive Campus | Covered | 18 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| H. Implements effective strategies to systematically gather input from all campus stakeholders, supporting innovative thinking and an inclusive culture | L.CV via Quant and Qual Data | Covered | 13 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| I. Creates an atmosphere of safety that encourages the social, emotional, and physical well-being of staff and students | L.Campus Safety Atmosphere | Covered | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| J. Facilitates the implementation of research-based theories and techniques to promote a campus environment and culture that is conducive to effective teaching and learning and supports organizational health and morale | L.CV via Research-Based | Covered | 15 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR I.002 The entry-level principal knows how to work with stakeholders as key partners to support student learning.
119 Qs5 Materials6 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Acknowledges, recognizes, and celebrates the contributions of all stakeholders toward the realization of the campus vision | L.Collaborative Campus | Covered | 40 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (40 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Implements strategies to ensure the development of collegial relationships and effective collaboration | L.Collegial Campus | Covered | 21 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (21 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Uses consensus-building, conflict-management, communication, and information-gathering strategies to involve various stakeholders in planning processes that enable the collaborative development of a shared campus vision and mission focused on teaching and learning | L.CV via Quant and Qual Data; L.CV via Collaborative Development; L.CV - Conflict Management | Covered | 58 | 3 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (58 questions, 3 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Ensures that parents and other members of the community are an integral part of the campus culture | L.Collaborative Campus | Covered | 40 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (40 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
LEADING LEARNING (DOMAIN II)
Covered
SMR II.003 The entry-level principal knows how to collaboratively develop and implement high-quality strategies and practices to meet the academic, grade-appropriate, and social needs of students.
145 Qs13 Materials65 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Prioritizes instruction and student achievement by understanding, sharing, and promoting a clear definition of high-quality instruction based on best practices from recent research | L.High-Quality Instruction - TX ELA Note; L.High-Quality Instruction - Stages of Literacy; L.High-Quality Instruction - Phonics; L.High-Quality Instruction - Increasing Vocabulary; L.High-Quality Instruction - Reading Comprehension; L.High-Quality Instruction - Listening and Speaking; L.High-Quality Instruction - Writing | Covered | 29 | 7 | 49 | 0 | Covered by 7 topics (29 questions, 7 materials, 49 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Facilitates the use of sound, research-based practice in the development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of campus curricular, cocurricular, and extracurricular programs to fulfill academic, development, social, and cultural needs | L.High-Quality Instruction; L.High-Quality Instruction - Steps | Covered | 78 | 2 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (78 questions, 2 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Facilitates campus participation in collaborative district planning, implementation, monitoring, and revision of the curriculum to ensure appropriate scope, sequence, content, and alignment | L.Curriculum; L.Curriculum - Monitoring | Covered | 24 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (24 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Implements a rigorous curriculum that is aligned with state standards, including college and career-readiness standards | L.Curriculum; L.Curriculum - TEKS Notes | Covered | 19 | 2 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (19 questions, 2 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Facilitates the use and integration of technology, telecommunications, and information systems to enhance learning | L.EdTech | Covered | 12 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR II.004 The entry-level principal knows how to monitor and assess classroom instruction to promote teacher effectiveness and student achievement.
116 Qs7 Materials30 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Monitors instruction routinely by visiting classrooms, observing instruction, and attending grade-level, department, or team meetings to provide evidence-based feedback to improve instruction | L.Monitoring Instruction | Covered | 30 | 1 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (30 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Analyzes the curriculum collaboratively to guide teachers in aligning content across grades and ensures that curricular scopes and sequences meet the particular needs of their diverse student populations (considering sociological, linguistic, cultural, and other factors) | L.Vertically Aligning Curriculum; L.Aligning Curriculum - Diversity Needs | Covered | 28 | 2 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (28 questions, 2 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Monitors and ensures staff use of multiple forms of student data to inform instruction and intervention decisions that maximizes instructional effectiveness and student achievement | L.Support Data-Driven Instruction TX | Covered | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Promotes instruction that supports the growth of individual students and student groups, supports equity, and works to reduce the achievement gap | L.Equity and Achievement Gap; L.Equity and Achievement Gap - TELPAS | Covered | 18 | 2 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (18 questions, 2 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Supports staff in developing the capacity and time to collaboratively and individually use classroom formative and summative assessment data to inform effective instructional practices and interventions | L.Support Data-Driven Instruction TX; L.Data-Driven Instruction - Effective Intervention Approaches | Covered | 40 | 2 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (40 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
HUMAN CAPITAL (DOMAIN III)
Partially covered
SMR III.005 The entry-level principal knows how to provide feedback, coaching, and professional development to staff through evaluation and supervision, knows how to reflect on his/her own practice, and strives to grow professionally.
98 Qs4 Materials1 Cards0 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Communicates expectations to staff and uses multiple data points (e.g., regular observations, walk-throughs, teacher and student data, and other sources) to complete evidence-based evaluations of all staff | L.Developing Teachers | Covered | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (34 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Coaches and develops teachers by facilitating teacher self-assessment and goal setting, conducting conferences, giving individualized feedback, and supporting individualized professional growth opportunities | L.Developing Teachers | Covered | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (34 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Collaborates to develop, implement, and revise a comprehensive and ongoing plan for the professional development of campus staff that addresses staff needs based on staff appraisal trends, goals, and student information/data | L.Developing Staff | Partially covered | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (1 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| D. Facilitates a continuum of effective professional development activities that includes appropriate content, process, context, allocation of time, funding, and other needed resources | L.Developing Activities | Covered | 35 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (35 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Engages in ongoing and meaningful professional growth activities, reflects on his or her practice, seeks and acts on feedback, and strives to continually improve, learn, and grow | L.Developing as a Leader | Covered | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (28 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Seeks assistance (e.g., mentor, central office) to ensure effective and reflective decision making and works collaboratively with campus and district leadership | L.Developing as a Leader | Covered | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (28 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR III.006 The entry-level principal knows how to promote high-quality teaching by using selection, placement, and retention practices to promote teacher excellence and growth.
118 Qs8 Materials8 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Invests and manages time to prioritize the development, support, and supervision of the staff to maximize student outcomes | L.Developing Teachers | Covered | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (34 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Facilitates collaborative structures that support professional learning communities in reviewing data, processes, and policies in order to improve teaching and learning in the school | L.Supporting Collaborative Relationships | Covered | 17 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Creates leadership opportunities, defines roles, and delegates responsibilities to effective staff and administrators to support campus goal attainment | L.Developing Teachers Into Leaders | Covered | 26 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (26 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Implements effective, appropriate, and legal strategies for the recruitment, screening, hiring, assignment, induction, development, evaluation, promotion, retention, discipline, and dismissal of campus staff | L.Hiring Staff; L.Retaining Effective Staff; L.Onboarding New Teachers; L.Staff Management; L.TX Teacher Evaluation | Covered | 41 | 5 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 5 topics (41 questions, 5 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP (DOMAIN IV)
Covered
SMR IV.007 The entry-level principal knows how to develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including selecting appropriate communication strategies for particular audiences.
38 Qs2 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands how to effectively communicate a message in different ways to meet the needs of various audiences | L.Effective Communication | Covered | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (24 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Develops and implements strategies for systematically communicating internally and externally | L.Effective Communication | Covered | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (24 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Develops and implements a comprehensive program of community relations that uses strategies that effectively involve and inform multiple constituencies | L.Effective Communication - Community | Covered | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Establishes partnerships with parents, businesses, and other groups in the community to strengthen programs and support campus goals | L.Effective Communication - Community | Covered | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR IV.008 The entry-level principal knows how to focus on improving student outcomes through organizational collaboration, resiliency, and change management.
45 Qs3 Materials5 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Demonstrates awareness of social and economic issues that exist within the school and community that affect campus operations and student learning | L.Equity and Achievement Gap | Covered | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Gathers and organizes information from a variety of sources to facilitate creative thinking, critical thinking, and problem solving to guide effective campus decision making | L.Creative Problem-Solving | Covered | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Frames, analyzes, and creatively resolves campus problems using effective problem-solving techniques to make timely, high-quality decisions | L.Creative Problem-Solving | Covered | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Develops, implements, and evaluates systems and processes for organizational effectiveness to keep staff inspired and focused on the campus vision | L.Attaining Vision | Covered | 18 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Uses effective planning, time management, and organization of work to support attainment of school district and campus goals | L.Attaining Vision | Covered | 18 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
STRATEGIC OPERATIONS (DOMAIN V)
Partially covered
SMR V.009 The entry-level principal knows how to collaboratively determine goals and implement strategies aligned with the school vision that support teacher effectiveness and positive student outcomes.
102 Qs6 Materials18 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Assesses the current needs of the campus, analyzing a wide set of evidence to determine campus objectives, and sets measurable school goals, targets, and strategies that form the school’s strategic plans | L.CV via Quant and Qual Data | Covered | 13 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Establishes structures that outline and track the progress using multiple data points and makes adjustments as needed to improve teacher effectiveness and student outcomes | L.Support Data-Driven Instruction TX; L.Data-Driven Instruction - Effective Intervention Approaches; L.Data-Driven Decisions and Actions | Covered | 49 | 3 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (49 questions, 3 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Allocates resources effectively (e.g., staff time, master schedule, dollars, and tools), aligning them with school objectives and goals, and works to access additional resources as needed to support learning | L.Allocating Resources | Covered | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Implements appropriate management techniques and group processes to define roles, assign functions, delegate authority, and determine accountability for campus goal attainment | L.Developing Teachers Into Leaders | Covered | 26 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (26 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR V.010 The entry-level principal knows how to provide administrative leadership through resource management, policy implementation, and coordination of school operations and programs to ensure a safe learning environment.
91 Qs10 Materials38 Cards0 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Implements strategies that enable the physical plant, equipment, and support systems to operate safely, efficiently, and effectively to maintain a conducive learning environment | L.Physical Management of School | Covered | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Applies strategies for ensuring the safety of students and personnel and for addressing emergencies and security concerns, including developing and implementing a crisis plan | L.Campus Safety | Covered | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Applies local, state, and federal laws and policies to support sound decisions while considering implications related to all school operations and programs (e.g., student services, food services, health services, and transportation) | L.TX Legal Requirements | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| D. Collaboratively plans and effectively manages the campus budget within state law and district policies to promote sound financial management in relation to accounts, bidding, purchasing, and grants | L.Federal Legal Issues - Funding Sources; L.TX Legal Issues - Funding | Covered | 14 | 2 | 18 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (14 questions, 2 materials, 18 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Uses technology to enhance school management (e.g., attendance systems, teacher grade books, shared drives, and messaging systems) | L.Technology for Management | Covered | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Facilitates the effective coordination of campus curricular, cocurricular, and extracurricular programs in relation to other school district programs to fulfill the academic, developmental, social, and cultural needs of students | L.Special Programs | Covered | 23 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (23 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Collaborates with district staff to ensure the understanding and implementation of district policies and advocates for the needs of students and staff | L.Supporting Staff via District | Partially covered | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (3 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| H. Implements strategies for student discipline and attendance in a manner that ensures student safety, consistency, and equity and that legal requirements are met (e.g., due process, SPED requirements) | L.TX Discipline Legal Issues; L.TX Attendance Policies | Covered | 9 | 2 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (9 questions, 2 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
ETHICS, EQUITY, AND DIVERSITY (DOMAIN VI)
Covered
SMR VI.011 The entry-level principal knows how to provide ethical leadership by advocating for children and ensuring student access to effective educators, programs, and services.
105 Qs7 Materials22 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Implements policies and procedures that require all campus personnel to comply with the Educators’ Code of Ethics (TAC Chapter 247) | L.TX Legal Codes | Covered | 7 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Models and promotes the highest standard of conduct, ethical principles, and integrity in decision making, actions, and behaviors | L.TX Legal Codes | Covered | 7 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Advocates for all children by promoting the continuous and appropriate development of all learners in the campus community | L.High-Quality Instruction Access | Covered | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Implements strategies to ensure that all students have access to effective educators and continuous opportunities to learn | L.High-Quality Instruction Access | Covered | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Promotes awareness and appreciation of diversity throughout the campus community (e.g., learning differences, multicultural awareness, gender sensitivity, and ethnic appreciation) | L.Promoting Awareness and Appreciation of Diversity | Covered | 32 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (32 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Facilitates and supports special campus programs that provide all students with quality, flexible instructional programs and services (e.g., health, guidance, and counseling programs) to meet individual student needs | L.High-Quality Instruction Access; L.Special Programs | Covered | 40 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (40 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Applies legal guidelines (e.g., in relation to students with disabilities, bilingual education, confidentiality, and discrimination) to protect the rights of students and staff and to improve learning opportunities | L.Federal Legal Issues; L.Federal Legal Issues - TX IDEA/504; L.Emergent Bilingual Legal Guidelines | Covered | 26 | 3 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (26 questions, 3 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| H. Articulates the importance of education in a free, democratic society | L.High-Quality Instruction Access | Covered | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
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