Site Principal

Valdés Math; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

José Valdés Math Foundation seeks a Summer Site Principal for a 6-week program in the San Jose/Bay Area. This full-time temporary role focuses on campus administration, parent engagement, and collaboration with district staff to support math education for low-income students.

The position oversees teachers and support staff, ensures policy compliance, and drafts attendance and test-score reports. Summer focus with potential continuation contingent on funding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated administrative experience in an educational setting (e.g., Assistant Principal or similar).
• Familiarity with school administrative processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Engage with parents and school district personnel.
• Draft reports on attendance and cumulative test scores.
• Supervise teachers, program assistants, and office staff.
• Oversee discipline and ensure policy compliance (federal/state/local).
• Support implementation of agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Inclusive environment

Enthusiasm for students

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Mathematics related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Position Type: Full-Time Temporary (Summer Position - 6 weeks)

Location: San Jose/Bay Area

Organization Overview

The José Valdés Math Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)3 charitable organization that provides six weeks of summer math instruction to elementary, middle-school and high-school students from low-income families, as well as providing year-round tutoring. We serve approximately 400 to 600 students each summer, and the ultimate goal is for our students to pass Calculus successfully before graduation from high school. We are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. Read more about our DEI Policy and Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy .

Position Summary

Site Principals provide the administrative support for the campus to which they are assigned. They are primarily responsible for engaging with parents and school district personnel. They draft reports compiling information regarding attendance, cumulative test scores and provide supervision of teachers, program assistants and office assistants. They are responsible for providing oversight of any discipline of students and staff. They are responsible for following and implementing agency policies and procedures and complying with Federal, State and municipal regulations and laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Mathematics, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Demonstrated experience in an administrative role within an educational institution, such as Assistant Principal or similar positions.
• Familiarity with administrative processes and procedures within a school setting.
• Knowledge of best practices in teacher supervision and support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Enthusiasm for working with students during the summer months.

Compensation

$45/hour. This position is a temporary position and takes place during the summer break (6 weeks). Full-time hours during the program's duration. Continuation of the paid position is predicated on the organization being successfully funded.