Los Angeles Unified School District

High School Assistant Principal

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid California Administrative Services credential or Certificate of Eligibility.
  • Proven experience in educational leadership roles.
  • Strong understanding of curriculum and instructional practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Commitment to fostering student success.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership to improve educational practices and student outcomes.
  • Administer school programs and policies under the direction of the High School Principal.
  • Oversee curriculum development and implementation at the high school level.
  • Collaborate with the management team to promote program excellence.
  • Address and adapt to District-wide program needs as necessary.

Benefits

  • Join an innovative management team dedicated to program excellence.
  • Opportunity to impact student success and educational quality directly.
  • Engagement in a supportive school community.
  • Professional growth opportunities through collaborative initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

La Cañada Unified School District is seeking a dynamic and visionary Assistant Principal to provide leadership at our high school. Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of best educational practices, strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to the success of all students. The Assistant Principal will join an innovative management team dedicated to program excellence.

The High School Assistant Principal is responsible for administrative duties assigned by and supervised by the High School Principal. The Assistant Principal may also be assigned other District-wide program responsibilities based upon the needs of the District. At this time, the position will be responsible for curriculum and instruction duties at the high school.

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Credential Copy
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (At least three (3) recent letters)
  • Resume


Comments and Other Information

Application Procedure:
1. Candidates may submit a District administrative application through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). Please include a cover letter, a resume, references with contact information, a copy of a valid California Administrative Services credential or Certificate of Eligibility, and at least three (3) current letters of recommendation. Letters may be addressed to:

Carrie Hetzel, Executive Director of Personnel Services
La Cañada Unified School District
4490 Cornishon Avenue
La Cañada, CA 91011

2. After the screening of all applications, selected candidates will be contacted regarding a personal interview. **Interviews will be held in person on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 and may include a written appraisal. Call back interviews for finalists will be scheduled for Friday, September 18, 2026.**

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About Los Angeles Unified School District

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of over 550,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
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