San Diego Unified School District

Principal, High School - 2026-2027 School Year (Eligibility Pool)

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

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of leadership experience in education
  • Strong understanding of instructional programs and curriculum development
  • Proven ability to collaborate with staff, students, and community
  • Expertise in managing school operations and resources efficiently
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of school educational programs
  • Oversee daily school operations and ensure a positive learning environment
  • Foster collaboration among staff to enhance student achievement
  • Engage with the community to promote school initiatives
  • Participate in student and staff activities to support school spirit

Benefits

  • Active Non-discrimination Program
  • Commitment to equal opportunity employment
  • Support from Educational Leadership for professional development
  • Community involvement opportunities
  • Access to resources for student success
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of Executive Director II of Learning Support Services (LSS), the High School Principal serves as the educational leader and chief executive of the school, to be responsible for the direction of the instructional program, operation of the school plan, participation in staff and student activities, and community leadership.

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Non-discrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability. For more information, please contact Associate Superintendent, Title IX Coordinator, Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406, (858) 521-2800.

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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