K-8 Principal: Visionary Instructional Leader

Stockton Unified School District; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stockton Unified School District in Stockton, California, seeks a Principal for a K-8 school to lead instructional programs, manage staff, and ensure alignment with district policies.

The role requires an advanced degree, an administrative credential, and proven experience in elementary leadership, budgeting, and community relations. The successful candidate will foster a strong school culture and equity for all students.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• Administrative Services Credential.
• Five (5) years of credentialed school site experience such as teaching, pupil personnel work or a combination of teaching and school services.
• A minimum of two (2) years of administrative experience as an Assistant Principal or higher administrative position.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Board of Education and interpret its policies in the school and the community.
• Organize and administer the school to which assigned, assuming legal responsibility thereof; maintain, direct and administer an approved educational program adapted to the needs of the students served.
• Provide instructional leadership through supervision and evaluation of personnel concerned with instructional programs.
• Evaluate certificated staff assigned to the school and submit performance reports as required.
• Oversee the budget, purchasing and distribution of supplies and materials.
• Maintain public relations to communicate and interpret goals and achievements of the programs; participate in professional associations.
• Ensure appropriate student behavior and involvement in student discipline as needed.
• Lead staff meetings and assist in staff development and evaluation.

Skills

Communication

Decision making

Data analysis

Delegation

Meeting facilitation

Budget management

Leadership

Education

Master's degree or higher

Administrative Services Credential

Teaching Credential

Job description

Stockton Unified School District in Stockton, California, seeks a Principal for a K-8 school to lead instructional programs, manage staff, and ensure alignment with district policies.

The role requires an advanced degree, an administrative credential, and proven experience in elementary leadership, budgeting, and community relations. The successful candidate will foster a strong school culture and equity for all students.