Elementary School Principal (2026-2027 School Year)

COMPTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Compton (CA)

On-site

USD 139,000 - 169,000

Full time

11 days ago
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Job summary

Compton Unified School District is seeking a licensed administrator for an elementary leadership role. The candidate should have a valid California clear teaching credential and a California administrative services credential, plus a Master's Degree in education or a related field.

Five years of certificated service and district leadership experience are preferred, with bilingual ability considered an advantage.

Qualifications

  • Possession of a valid California clear teaching credential.
  • Possession of a valid California administrative services credential.
  • Master's Degree from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

  • Lead elementary school with instructional leadership and curriculum development.
  • Oversee staff and administrative functions as a district administrator.
  • Ensure district policies and educational standards are met.

Education

Master's Degree in education or related field
California clear teaching credential
California administrative services credential
Bilingual ability desirable

Job description

Compton Unified School District
Requirements / Qualifications

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: 1. Letter of interest stating your qualifications and experience related to the position for which you are applying 2. Current resume: Important Note: Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin application. AB 2534 and the Work Experience sections must be completed. 3. Three professional letters of recommendation from immediate supervisors, signed and dated within the past two years. 4. Copy of current California administrative services credential, California cleared teaching credential, and a copy of transcripts confirming your earned Master's Degree ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS: A. Possession of a valid California clear teaching credential B. Possession of a valid California administrative services credential C. Master's Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably in education, administration or a closely related field PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE A. Elementary principal experience desirable; B. Two years experience as an assistant principal at the elementary level or district administrator; C. Experience in curriculum development and instructional leadership D. Five years of successful full-time certificated service in a public school, with no fewer than three years as a teacher E. Bilingual ability desirable

Comments And Other Information
  • All online application documents should be addressed to the attention of : Patrick Sullivan, Senior Director of Human Resources
  • All documents must be attached in PDF format to your EdJoin application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • If you experience technical difficulties, please contact the EdJoin Help Desk at (888) 900-8945. Their hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Links Related To This Job
  • Calfornia Commission on Teacher Credentialing
  • Human Resources Department-Certificated Personnel
  • View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem.
CalSTRS Links

Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only.

  • CalSTRS Info for New Educators
Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

7/24/2026

Contact

Carmen Ochoa
310-639-4321 55048

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range $139,295 - $169,317 Annually

Add'l Salary Info

$1,200 annual stipend for earned doctorate degree from an accredited university.

Length of Work Year

12 months / 220 Work Days

Employment Type

Full Time

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