Elementary School Principal at Goleta Union School District
About the Employer
GUSD has a stimulating and challenging atmosphere with a capable, articulate and professional staff. Many teachers, classified employees, and administrators have enjoyed long careers with GUSD. The staff has developed a reputation for working with a diverse student population to develop individual student potential by providing high-quality instruction aligned with state standards and supported with 21st century learning skills. Core instruction includes comprehensive traditional academic subjects extended to include character development, digital literacy, art, music, hands-on science, and physical education. All schools offer embedded programs to address specific needs of gifted students and English Learners. Each school maintains a 1.0–1.5 full time positions to support intervention needs for all students. Each student in grades 3-6 has 1:1 access to Chromebooks. In grades K-2 there is one mobile digital device for every two students. All instructional environments include access to high speed wireless connectivity to the internet.
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Elementary School Principal
The site principal, as the instructional leader, successfully defines and skillfully communicates the mission of the school. Manages curriculum and instruction, supervises teaching, monitors student progress, and creates a climate in which student learning is valued.
Supervision
Under the immediate direction of the Superintendent
Essential Job Functions
- Instructional Leadership: Establishes positive school climate; assesses instructional program effectively; assists the staff in the improvement of instruction.
- Personnel Management and Interpersonal Relations: Evaluates personnel in a competent, timely manner; motivates the staff to greater accomplishments; causes the staff to work as a dedicated professional unit; involves staff in decision making appropriate to the situation.
- Community Relations: Skillfully and appropriately involves the community in school activities; maintains good community relations.
- Budget and Plant Management: Practices sound budgetary management; follows established business procedures.
- Functions as a Member of the District Leadership Team: Makes decisions and assumes responsibility for them; assumes and carries out district-wide responsibilities willingly; cooperates with other staff members.
KNOWLEDGE OF: Educational theory, research, and current issues; state and federal laws and regulations governing management of public schools; child development appropriate to elementary education including motivation and discipline; California State Common Core Standards and State frameworks; State and local assessments: California Standards for the Teaching Profession and California Professional Standards for Educational Leaders; strategic planning; effective managerial skills as they relate to school administration: sound principles of learning theory and instructional methodology; the role of technology in education.
ABILITY TO: Provide leadership and direction in areas of responsibility; identify and analyze problems and propose plausible solutions; make decisions and be responsible for those decisions; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents and district administration: use strong organizational and people skills; plan and organize; schedule, supervise, and evaluate the work of others; Analyze and explain student assessment data to inform instruction and evaluate program effectiveness; determine and implement appropriate staff development opportunities.
Qualifications
Must hold valid Teaching and Administrative Credential Master's Degree.
Minimum 3 years experience at elementary or intermediate level.
Experience as a Principal, Assistant Principal, Summer School Principal or Principal Designee desirable.
Working Conditions
ENVIRONMENT
A typical school environment, including offices, classrooms, playground, multi-purpose rooms.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
Standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods of time; using hands to handle or feel objects or controls, and use technological equipment and devices: reaching with the hands and arms; seeing, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, to ensure proper supervision of students to ensure proper supervision of students; hearing and speaking abilities to ensure proper supervision of students and to facilitate communication with students, staff, parents, and community.
HAZARDS
Exposure to outside weather conditions on occasion; exposure to moderate to medium noise levels; potential for contact with blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
Terms of Employment
Department of Motor Vehicles Clean Driving Record Report Criminal justice Department Fingerprint Clearance.
Work Calendar
205-day calendar
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid CA Teaching and Administrative Credential Masters Degree
- Answers to Supplemental Questions
- Letter of Introduction
- Resume (Resume)
Valid CA Teaching and Administrative Credential Masters Degree
- Answers to Supplemental Questions
- Letter of Introduction
- Resume (Resume)
Comments and Other Information
The Principal serves as the educational leader of a school and is responsible to manage all functions of the school, including supervision and evaluation of all certificated and classified employees assigned to the school. The Principal reports directly to the Superintendent.
The ideal candidate will have a clear vision for an elementary school; a well-articulated understanding of curriculum, instruction, school culture, child development, classroom management, second-language acquisition, and staff development; as well as excellent leadership, planning, management, collaboration, and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be open, forthright, responsible, and willing to grow.
Goleta Union School District serves Goleta Valley, a suburban area of 80,000 people that includes the City of Goleta and an unincorporated area. Goleta is situated between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, and is adjacent to the City of Santa Barbara, California. Cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities are ample and easily accessible. The University of California at Santa Barbara, Westmont College, Antioch University, and Santa Barbara City College are located in the area. The climate is mild throughout the year.
Goleta Union School District (GUSD) serves 3,700 elementary students in nine schools, all K-6. Enrollment has declined in the past eight years following a period of steady growth. Class size is under 20 in Grades K, 1, 2, and 3; and averages 24 in Grades 4, 5, and 6. GUSD has a diverse student population and professional staff. Approximately 29% of students are English Language Learners, 40% participate in the National School Lunch Program, and 48% of parents are college graduates. GUSD has a stimulating and challenging atmosphere with a capable and articulate professional staff. The staff has developed strategies for working with a diverse student population to develop individual student potential. All schools offer programs in technology, music, art, and physical education. Gifted Education Services (GES) are offered in grades 4, 5, and 6. All schools have a computer center, and all classrooms and offices are wired for high-speed communications.
GUSD maintains excellent special education and support services. Parents are highly involved and provide solid financial support for schools.
GUSD is in excellent financial condition and manages to maintain a prudent reserve. Salaries are competitive and we have a strong recruiting position. GUSD employs 260 certificated employees and 290 classified employees and maintains outstanding labor relationships with its professional organizations.
Comments and Other Information
The Principal serves as the educational leader of a school and is responsible to manage all functions of the school, including supervision and evaluation of all certificated and classified employees assigned to the school. The Principal reports directly to the Superintendent.
The ideal candidate will have a clear vision for an elementary school; a well-articulated understanding of curriculum, instruction, school culture, child development, classroom management, second-language acquisition, and staff development; as well as excellent leadership, planning, management, collaboration, and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be open, forthright, responsible, and willing to grow.
Goleta Union School District serves Goleta Valley, a suburban area of 80,000 people that includes the City of Goleta and an unincorporated area. Goleta is situated between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, and is adjacent to the City of Santa Barbara, California. Cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities are ample and easily accessible. The University of California at Santa Barbara, Westmont College, Antioch University, and Santa Barbara City College are located in the area. The climate is mild throughout the year.
Goleta Union School District (GUSD) serves 3,700 elementary students in nine schools, all K-6. Enrollment has declined in the past eight years following a period of steady growth. Class size is under 20 in Grades K, 1, 2, and 3; and averages 24 in Grades 4, 5, and 6. GUSD has a diverse student population and professional staff. Approximately 29% of students are English Language Learners, 40% participate in the National School Lunch Program, and 48% of parents are college graduates. GUSD has a stimulating and challenging atmosphere with a capable and articulate professional staff. The staff has developed strategies for working with a diverse student population to develop individual student potential. All schools offer programs in technology, music, art, and physical education. Gifted Education Services (GES) are offered in grades 4, 5, and 6. All schools have a computer center, and all classrooms and offices are wired for high-speed communications.
GUSD maintains excellent special education and support services. Parents are highly involved and provide solid financial support for schools.
GUSD is in excellent financial condition and manages to maintain a prudent reserve. Salaries are competitive and we have a strong recruiting position. GUSD employs 260 certificated employees and 290 classified employees and maintains outstanding labor relationships with its professional organizations.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
4/5/2018
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$122,711 - $133,711
Length of Work Year
205 days
Employment Type
Full Time