Elementary Principal 2025/2026 SY at Culver City Unified
About the Employer
CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4 A's: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Serve as the educational leader and chief administrator of an elementary school; plan and direct the instructional programs and school plant operations; participate in staff, student and community activities; organize, direct, evaluate and supervise assigned certificated and classified staff. Will support students and work collaboratively and independently with all constituents in a diverse environment committed to equity and students’ social-emotional wellness; provides leadership, administrative, and supervisory skills for the educational development of students as well as to promote parent and community involvement; provides communication between the District and other educational and community partnerships.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Passionate Advocate for Educational Growth: Prioritizes the development and implementation of instructional strategies and programs that deepen students’ academic knowledge, critical thinking, and intellectual growth.Strong Organizational and Management Skills: Excels in planning, directing, and supervising instructional programs, staff, and school operations, while effectively balancing short- and long-term goals for school improvement.
Collaborative Communicator: Maintains open and clear communication with teachers, parents, community partners, and district personnel to foster strong relationships and align efforts for student success.
Visionary and Adaptable Administrator: Identifies and addresses school needs with innovative solutions while remaining flexible to dynamic challenges in education, such as evolving curriculum standards and instructional methods.
REQUIREMENTS
Experience
- Five to seven years of classroom teaching experience at the elementary level
- Previous administrative experience is highly desirable
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
- California Administrative credential
- CLAD or BCLAD is preferred
- Spanish language proficiency is desirable but not essential
SELECTION PROCESS
The qualifications of each applicant will be evaluated in a multi-step process using specific criteria. The adopted criteria will be utilized during the application screening, interviewing, and final decision-making process. After the application screening is completed, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services will determine those candidates to be interviewed. Interviews will be conducted in late April/early May, and finalists may be invited to return for an additional interview with the Superintendent and Board Member(s). The successful candidate will assume his/her position as of July 1, 2025.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential/legal section of the application, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction (Indicate in letter reason of interest in the position and a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to this position.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation ((3) Letters of Recommendation)
- Resume (A personal vita or resume)
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Passionate Advocate for Educational Growth: Prioritizes the development and implementation of instructional strategies and programs that deepen students’ academic knowledge, critical thinking, and intellectual growth.Strong Organizational and Management Skills: Excels in planning, directing, and supervising instructional programs, staff, and school operations, while effectively balancing short- and long-term goals for school improvement.
Collaborative Communicator: Maintains open and clear communication with teachers, parents, community partners, and district personnel to foster strong relationships and align efforts for student success.
Visionary and Adaptable Administrator: Identifies and addresses school needs with innovative solutions while remaining flexible to dynamic challenges in education, such as evolving curriculum standards and instructional methods.
REQUIREMENTS
Experience
- Five to seven years of classroom teaching experience at the elementary level
- Previous administrative experience is highly desirable
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
- California Administrative credential
- CLAD or BCLAD is preferred
- Spanish language proficiency is desirable but not essential
SELECTION PROCESS
The qualifications of each applicant will be evaluated in a multi-step process using specific criteria. The adopted criteria will be utilized during the application screening, interviewing, and final decision-making process. After the application screening is completed, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services will determine those candidates to be interviewed. Interviews will be conducted in late April/early May, and finalists may be invited to return for an additional interview with the Superintendent and Board Member(s). The successful candidate will assume his/her position as of July 1, 2025.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential/legal section of the application, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction (Indicate in letter reason of interest in the position and a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to this position.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation ((3) Letters of Recommendation)
- Resume (A personal vita or resume)
Comments and Other Information
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Application Deadline
4/14/2025 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/24/2025
Contact
Catherine Cummings
310 842-4220 4214
310 842-4220 4214
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$127,211.17 - $148,809.38 Annually
$127,211.17 - $148,809.38 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
District offers PhD Stipend - $2,000 annual and Mileage Stipend
Length of Work Year
212 days
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
District offers medical, dental, vision and life insurance to employees and their families, CalSTRS