Small Schools Principal #233 - 7 hours/day, 5 days/week, 12 months/year *2024-25 School Year at Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District
About the Employer
The Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District crosses two counties, Mendocino and Humboldt, in the heart of the redwoods, extending from remote, mountain areas, to the Eel and Mattole River valleys, to Kings Range and out to the Lost Coast of the Pacific Ocean. The school district encompasses an area of approximately 773 square miles. Employment in Southern Humboldt and Northern Mendocino counties includes tourism, commercial fishing, timber, agriculture, ranching, the school district, the community hospital, and state agencies. The Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District unified in 1948, combining nineteen separate school districts. Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District is committed to educational excellence through a comprehensive program that promotes the success of all students by empowering them with the skills and attitudes necessary to be confident and engaged citizens of a changing world. The District is currently comprised of Redway Elementary School (K-6), Whitethorn Elementary School (K-6), Casterlin Elementary School (K-8), Miranda Junior High School (7-8), Casterlin High School (9-12) and South Fork High School (9-12), and an alternative educational program, Osprey Learning Center, which includes a K-12 Independent Study program and a Continuation High School. Our current enrollment is approximately 700 students. Our Mission and Vision Statements: The vision of Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District is to equip every student to become well-rounded, confident citizens who embrace life-long learning while pursuing their chosen pathway and improving their communities. In partnership with students and families, the mission of Southern Humboldt’s dedicated and caring staff is to create experiences that challenge and empower every student to develop valuable knowledge, social skills, and community commitment. Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations and policies, the Southern Humboldt Unified School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perc
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Small Schools Principal performs those duties and responsibilities which provide administrative support to Casterlin Elementary/High School, Osprey Learning Center, Whitethorn Elementary School, and other related student support programs both through the Family Resource Center and the district. The Small Schools Principal possesses the vision, knowledge, and commitment to create a supportive educational environment that promotes the success of all students. As the instructional leader, the Principal promotes the District's goals and moral imperatives while embracing the uniqueness of both schools and the school communities. We are seeking a Principal who believes: - All students can learn at high levels - All students deserve an education that prepares them for college, career, and community leadership We are seeking a Principal who has demonstrated: - A commitment to working with the communities we serve - An expertise and an enthusiasm to work with young people - Reflection and growth after a struggle, failure, and/or feedback - Powerful collaboration within a team
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: • Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience. • Minimum of three (3) years of school site administration or equivalent, is preferred. • Must have a valid California Administrative Services Credential or Certificate of Clearance and Teaching Credential. • Master’s degree in education, public administration, is preferred ($1000 Stipend). • Must possess a valid California driver’s license and be insurable. • Demonstrate excellence in leadership and management skills. • Qualities of integrity, excellence, respect, compassion, courage, and forthrightness in dealing with students, parents, and staff.
Application Packet: Interested applicants are required to submit the following: • Letter of Interest • Resume • Three (3) current reference letters dated within the last 12 months (one from previous supervisor) • Copy of Credential(s) from CTC website with expiration date and details listed. • Copy of unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be requested only if selected for position) Please make sure to attach all documents on EdJoin when applying.
Minimum Qualifications: • Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience. • Minimum of three (3) years of school site administration or equivalent, is preferred. • Must have a valid California Administrative Services Credential or Certificate of Clearance and Teaching Credential. • Master’s degree in education, public administration, is preferred ($1000 Stipend). • Must possess a valid California driver’s license and be insurable. • Demonstrate excellence in leadership and management skills. • Qualities of integrity, excellence, respect, compassion, courage, and forthrightness in dealing with students, parents, and staff.
Application Packet: Interested applicants are required to submit the following: • Letter of Interest • Resume • Three (3) current reference letters dated within the last 12 months (one from previous supervisor) • Copy of Credential(s) from CTC website with expiration date and details listed. • Copy of unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be requested only if selected for position) Please make sure to attach all documents on EdJoin when applying.
Comments and Other Information
Must be fingerprinted and a satisfactory Department of Justice records check must be received by the District Office, prior to employment;
TB testing will be required upon employment;
May be required to obtain first aid and CPR certificates within the first 6-12 months of employment;
Applications are accepted online only.
Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations, and policies, the Southern Humboldt Unified School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity.
Comments and Other Information
Must be fingerprinted and a satisfactory Department of Justice records check must be received by the District Office, prior to employment;
TB testing will be required upon employment;
May be required to obtain first aid and CPR certificates within the first 6-12 months of employment;
Applications are accepted online only.
Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations, and policies, the Southern Humboldt Unified School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
5/10/2024
Contact
Kayla Hansen
(707) 943-1789
(707) 943-1789
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Range 5, $86,938.95 to $112,280.70/annually. Beginning salary placement may be from Step 1 to Step 7, at the discretion of the Director of Human Resources based on verification of previous employment.
Length of Work Year
220 days
Employment Type
Full Time
Site/Department
Casterlin Elementary/High School, Osprey Learning Center/Independent Study, and Whitethorn Elementary School
Hours per Day
7
Salary Schedule
Certificated Management
Salary Range
Range 5 - 220 Days