Associate Principal (219-Days): Assignment at Grant K-8 School

San Diego Unified School District; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego Unified School District seeks an Associate Principal for Grant K-8 School to provide strong instructional leadership and co-administrative support with the Principal, overseeing summer/extended learning programs as assigned.

The role requires a California Administrative Services Credential and a proven track record leading instructional initiatives, collaborating with staff and families, and advancing equity for all students. The Grant K-8 School site is in San Diego.

Qualifications

• Three years of effective teaching experience and site leadership experience.
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential.
• Ability to co-administer and lead instructional programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as co-administrator and instructional leader on one or more school campuses.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure the integrity of the instructional program.
• Build relationships to support the skill development of certificated and classified staff.
• Develop school plans and procedures to protect health and safety on campus.

Skills

Leadership experience

Instructional leadership

Education

Administrative Services Credential (CA)

Job description

Associate Principal (219-Days): Assignment at Grant K-8 School

Job ID: 5971857

Application Deadline: Nov 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 26, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

This opportunity is open ONLY to candidates who have successfully completed the Associate Principal Level I interview process and have been pre-qualified by Human Resources for the 2026–2027 school year.

Only candidates who have received official notification from Human Resources confirming their eligibility for the 2026-2027 Associate Principal Pre-Qualification Pool are eligible for consideration for this vacancy.

OVERVIEW:

San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for leaders who care deeply for students, inspire passion in their coworkers through collaborative leadership, and are committed to the communities in which they serve. The District seeks leaders who are committed to educational equity and work to create access and opportunity for our students furthest from education justice. Successful candidates must demonstrate their skill as an instructional leader, a firm understanding of school operations, as well as the capacity to build strong relationships with all partners within a school community.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The AssociatePrincipal will act as co-administrator with the school Principal performing duties as assigned by the Principal involving major portions of school operation and to assume administrative responsibility for the school in the absence of the Principal; serve as the primary administrator for summer / extended learning programs as assigned.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.

POSITION SPECIFICS:

• Working Location: Grant K-8School . 1425 Washington Pl, San Diego, CA 92103
• Work Schedule: 219 days per year
• The position is on the AASD Site Administrators' Salary Schedule , Salary Plan 0703
• Qualifies for District Paid health and wellness benefits for employee and dependents

Examples of Duties:

• Serve as a co-administrator and instructional leader on one or more school campuses.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure the integrity of the instructional program.
• Build relationships in order to support the skill development of certificated and classified staff.
• Develop school plans and organizational procedures to protect the health and safety of students and staff on campus.

To view the detailed position description for Associate Principal, click here .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education, training, or experience equivalent to three years of effective teaching experience and site leadership experience as well as a thorough knowledge of instructional strategies.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

Valid California Administrative Services Credential.

Application Process

For questions regarding this job announcement, including priority consideration, please contact Human Resources Analyst Tina Cano at [e-mail] .

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

If you have questions about your application, please email [e-mail] .

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San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For more information about equity in employment, contact:

Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer Eric Rico: [phone], [e-mail] / Title IX Coordinator Anna Ward: [phone], [e-mail] / 504 Coordinator Eri Nall: [phone], [e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $114,164.70 to $163,303.92 Per Year

Job Categories: Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• San Diego Unified School District Human Resources
• 4100 Normal Street
• San Diego, California 92103
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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