San Diego Unified School District

2026-27 Middle & High School Principals

San Diego Unified School District • $90K — $120K *
Los Angeles, CA 90011In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years teaching or counseling experience in a middle or high school
  • Valid California Administrative Services credential or equivalent
  • Proven leadership experience as an assistant principal or similar role
  • Strong management skills with budgeting and policy implementation
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish (preferred)
  • Passion for urban education reform and improving student outcomes

Responsibilities

  • Hire and develop school staff including teachers and support staff
  • Direct and supervise the curriculum and guidance program
  • Plan the master class schedule and assign teachers accordingly
  • Evaluate and coach staff on performance and development
  • Develop student discipline policies tailored to the school's demographics
  • Manage school budget and operational functions
  • Engage with parents and the community to foster support

Benefits

  • 220-day work year
  • Full benefits package effective on the first of the month after hiring
  • No-cost premium HMO option for employees
  • 100% employer-paid dental and vision care coverage
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program
  • 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance options
  • Opportunity for student loan forgiveness and financial planning resources
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We are seeking talented educational leaders with a desire to foster high levels of academic achievement in urban middle and high schools. Principals are held accountable for delivering student results in line with the goals agreed upon.

Visit https://greendot.org/lead-at-green-dot/ to learn more about what it is like to be an administrator at Green Dot and view our competitive salary scale. A full job description for this position can be found at https://greendotca.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CA/details/Principals--2026-27-_JR0000874?q=leaders and our school locations can be seen at https://tinyurl.com/mub9tvxy.

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About San Diego Unified School District

The San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) is the second-largest school district in California, United States. The district serves approximately 121,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 and covers almost 200 square miles (520 km2) in the city of San Diego and all or part of the nearby communities of Bonita, Clairemont, Custer, East Elliott, Egger Highlands, Encanto, Golden Hill, Hillcrest, Kearny Mesa, La Jolla, La Playa, Linda Vista, Loma Portal, Midtown, Mission Beach, Mission Hills, North City, North Park, Ocean Beach, Pacific Beach, Paradise Hills, Point Loma, San Carlos, South Park, Sunset Cliffs, University City, and Webster. The district is governed by an elected five-member Board of Education.
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Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
* Ladders Estimates

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