Green Dot Corporation

Assistant Principals (2026-27)

Green Dot Corporation$103K — $155K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of teaching or counseling experience in middle/high school with a focus on improving student achievement
  • Valid CA Administrative Services credential or enrolled in a credentialing program
  • Valid teaching credential (CA or applicable out-of-state)
  • Experience in leadership roles such as Assistant Principal or mentor teacher
  • Proven management and team-building skills within an educational setting
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
  • Experience in educational budget management and policy implementation

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a key administrator overseeing instructional leadership and curriculum
  • Manage student discipline and attendance practices
  • Evaluate and supervise instructional programs across all departments
  • Coordinate the school's crisis safety plan and compliance
  • Supervise and evaluate staff performance, including classified and certificated personnel
  • Engage actively with parents and community to address student progress and challenges
  • Contribute to developing and maintaining the school budget

Benefits

  • 217-day work year
  • Full-time employee benefits effective on the first of the month after hire
  • No-cost premium HMO health plan for employees
  • Employer-paid dental and vision care
  • 100% employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
  • CalSTRS retirement system participation
  • Generous paid time off for a work-life balance
Full Job Description
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
> Serve as administrator and integral part of the instructional leadership of the school, direct and supervise the curriculum and guidance program of the school
> Responsible for student discipline and attendance
> Evaluate and supervise school curriculum and instructional program with all departments
> Coordinate and supervise safety plan (crisis team, building inspection, building keys and inventory, compliance laws)
> Supervise and evaluate the performance of classified and certificated personnel
> For high schools, coordinate and supervise the Athletic Director and the school's athletic program
> Coordinate transportation and supervise classified personnel within this department.
> Oversee scheduling of field trips
> Assist in developing and maintaining the school budget
> Assist with the development of a master class schedule
> Available for contact with parents, students and staff to discuss student progress and problems after class, at night or on weekends (via cell phone or in person)
> Maintain work hours extending beyond school hours for other professional duties or functions such as staff meetings, supervision of student events, etc.
> Maintain professional standards and a school environment that is productive, safe and focused
> Participate in Green Dot and individual professional development
> Participate in other events aimed at promoting or developing our organization and schools (e.g., student recruitment)
> Oversee community engagement and parent participation

QUALIFICATIONS
As an ideal candidate, you

> possess a growth mindset and love of learning
> hold a valid CA Clear Single Subject, Education Specialist or Multiple Subject teaching credential; or a Pupil Personnel Services credential in School Counseling; or an equivalent out-of-state credential which is transferable to California
> hold a valid CA Administrative Services credential (or Certificate of Eligibility); an equivalent out-of-state credential which is transferable to California, or are enrolled in a CA Administrative Services credential program
> have a minimum of 5 years of teaching or counseling experience at the middle or high school level*, with a history of improving student achievement
> have prior experience as an Assistant Principal or in other leadership roles (mentor teacher, department chair, etc.)
> have proven management and leadership capabilities, as well as team-building skills
> have experience managing budgets, creating and implementing policies and demonstrated ability in creating and managing systems
> are bilingual in English/Spanish (highly desirable)
> have excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills
> have experience working in an entrepreneurial environment
> are passionate about improving urban high and middle schools and driving education reform
> are knowledgeable about bilingual education
> can establish/foster a positive and safe school culture
> have experience planning and implementing quality professional development, as well as coaching teachers
> have demonstrated ability to strategically engage stakeholders
> have demonstrated ability in conflict resolution
> have experience in making data-driven decisions
> are knowledgeable about athletic rules (i.e., NCAA regulations, CIF, etc.).
> are dependable, humble, have a sense of humor and a rock-solid commitment to Green Dot's mission and the communities we serve
> will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offer

*To be considered for an Administrator position, the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (https://www.ctc.ca.gov/) requires five (5) years of successful, full-time experience in a public school, nonpublic school, or private school of equivalent status located in California or another state, or a combination of experience earned in California and another state.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
> Work Hours: This position requires consistent attendance during scheduled hours, as flexibility is limited by classroom or operational requirements.
> Breaks: Breaks are structured within the workday and must align with operational needs and student care requirements. Extended or frequent breaks may not be feasible in this setting.
> Physical Requirements: The position may require certain physical abilities, such as interacting with students, or moving through various parts of the school.
> Social Requirements: The position requires extensive interaction with students, colleagues, and members of the public.
> On-Site Presence: This role requires regular, in-person attendance to meet the needs of students, staff, and the school environment. Remote work/telecommuting is generally not an option.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to perform the job.

COMPENSATION
Our current Assistant Principal salary scale ranges from $103,000 - $155,344, based on experience (visit https://greendot.org/lead-at-green-dot/ to view our current School Leader salary scale).

Green Dot also offers one of the most robust and comprehensive benefits packages in the industry (for both you and your dependents):

> 217-day work year
> Full-time employees are eligible to participate in Green Dot's benefit plans, effective on the first of the month following their date of hire
> No-cost premium (for employee only) and low-cost premium (for entire family) HMO option via Anthem Vivity - a network that includes some of the best hospitals in the nation (Cedars Sinai, Huntington Memorial, Torrance Memorial, UCLA and more)
> Medical PPO and EPO options (visit https://mygreendotbenefits.benefitseasy.net/ for more information)
> Dental and vision care coverage (100% employer-paid options)
> Employee Assistance Program (100% employer-paid)
> Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
> Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)
> Optional Term Life & AD&D Insurance
> Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% employer-paid)
> Wellness programs and resources
> Financial planning/coaching access
> Access to Student Loan forgiveness
> California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) participation, with both employee and employer contributions
> Potential opportunities for paid stipend work (as needed by each school site)
> Approved family care and/or medical leave (unpaid)

Green Dot also offers generous paid time off for an overall work-life balance, while giving employees the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of all students.

We are looking to fill positions for the 2026-27 school year (July 1, 2026 start date).

Green Dot California Central Office, Los Angeles, CA

About Green Dot Corporation

Green Dot Corporation is a financial technology and bank holding company that specializes in prepaid debit cards, cash processing services, and mobile banking. The company’s products and services are available to consumers through a network of retail locations, online, and through the company’s mobile application. Green Dot’s prepaid debit cards are available at more than 100,000 retail locations in the United States, including Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS. The company also offers a range of banking services, including direct deposit, mobile banking, and online bill payment. Green Dot’s cash processing services include the processing of tax refunds, as well as the distribution of cash to consumers through its network of retail locations. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Pasadena, California.
Learn more about Green Dot Corporation
Size
1,200 employees
Market Cap
$788.8 million
Industry
Net Income
$23.1 million
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+14.8%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
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