Los Angeles Unified School District

Principal - Cooper Elementary - 2026 - 2027 School Year

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree required.
  • Minimum of three years proven leadership experience required.
  • Valid California Administrative Credential or appropriate Supervision Credential required.
  • Strong background in instructional strategies and curriculum.
  • Ability to interpret and apply educational laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement school improvement objectives with data-driven strategies.
  • Support teachers in executing district-adopted curriculum effectively.
  • Administer programs addressing diverse student learning needs and ensure community understanding.
  • Supervise and evaluate staff under district guidelines.
  • Enhance teaching skills through effective instructional supervision and support.
  • Facilitate regular curriculum meetings and communication among faculty.
  • Promote a collaborative and accountable school climate encouraging participation and problem-solving.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities through in-service programs.
  • Access to resources for school improvement and student learning.
  • Supportive school community fostering teacher growth and student responsibility.
Full Job Description
Job Description / Essential Elements:

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Under general supervision of the State Administrator, the School Principal will provide a high level of instructional leadership focusing on the maximum intellectual growth of the students in formulating and addressing school improvement objectives and district goals.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
• Use effective planning strategies, student performance data, and the resources of staff,community, and students in formulating and addressing school improvement objectives and district goals.. E1
• Support teachers to implement district adopted curriculum. E
• Administer school site programs which provide for the developmental differences of students and for a wide variety of student learning needs: interpret these programs to the parents and community. E
• Interpret and apply State laws, County and district policies, regulations, and procedures at the school site. E
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of all assigned personnel in accordance with the District's adopted guidelines for evaluation and assessment. E
• Use instructional supervision to assist teachers in maintaining and improving teaching skills. E
• Lead and assist assigned staff in implementation of district-adopted curriculum through regular meetings and communication with all faculty. E
• Promote the continuous growth of staff by means of on-site in-service programs and by promoting staff participation in district in-service programs. E
• Promote a school community climate which encourages cooperation, accountability, responsibility, shared decision making, and effective problem solving which fosters ownership of the school. E
• Direct the scheduling and assignment of personnel and students. E
• Delegate responsibility to staff members and monitor the exercise of these responsibilities. E
• Use constructive discipline procedures and guidance programs which foster student growth, promote positive student conduct and proper use and care of materials, buildings, and grounds.E
• Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Graduate training with a Master's degree.
• Proven successful teaching and a minimum of three years of demonstrated leadership ability required.
• Possession of an earned, valid California Administrative Credential and/or appropriate Supervision Credential or eligibility for a valid California Administrative and/or Supervisor Credentials.
1 Essential duties as required by the American Disabilities Act

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• School instructional strategies and curriculum.
• Content Standards Curriculum.

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Copy of Transcript
  • Credential Copy (Administrative Credential)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Current Letter )
  • Resume


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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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