Elementary School Principal (First Round Interview 7/10/26; Final Round Interview 7/15/26) at Burlingame School District
Application Deadline
7/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/11/2026
Contact
Carla Torres
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$152,066 -
$204,961
Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Educational Incentives: $2,000 Annual Master’s Degree Stipend $2,000 Annual Doctorate Degree Stipend Technology Allowance: $100 Monthly Cell Phone Stipend Comprehensive, employer-covered single medical and single dental coverage plan.
Length of Work Year
210 Workdays
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Elementary Principal serves as the chief administrative officer and instructional leader of the school site. Operating under the direction of the Superintendent, the Principal is responsible for creating a positive, supportive, and highly effective school climate. They will enthusiastically champion the district’s instructional vision, leading a diverse team of students and staff to foster an engaging community of resilient, curious, and compassionate problem-solvers. As an active member of the district administrative team, the Principal also collaborates on the development, implementation, and evaluation of broader district-wide goals.
Requirements / Qualifications
Copy of valid California Administrative Services Credential.
Copy of valid California Driver's License.
Documented proof of at least five (5) years of successful teaching experience.
Copies of transcripts verifying a Master's degree or higher in an education-related field.
Applicants must submit a complete application packet via this portal to be considered for the position. Incomplete packets will not be moved forward.
Please ensure the following documents are attached:
Current Resume/CV: Detailing your educational leadership and teaching background.
Letter of Introduction: Outlining your philosophy on instructional leadership, community partnership, and your interest in leading a Hoover school site.
Three (3) Recent Letters of Recommendation: Dated within the last two years from professional supervisors who can attest to your administrative or teaching capabilities.
Credential Copies: Proof of a valid California Administrative Services Credential.
Transcripts: Legible copies of post-secondary transcripts verifying your Master's or Doctorate degree.
Requirements / Qualifications
Copy of valid California Administrative Services Credential.
Copy of valid California Driver's License.
Documented proof of at least five (5) years of successful teaching experience.
Copies of transcripts verifying a Master's degree or higher in an education-related field.
Applicants must submit a complete application packet via this portal to be considered for the position. Incomplete packets will not be moved forward.
Please ensure the following documents are attached:
Current Resume/CV: Detailing your educational leadership and teaching background.
Letter of Introduction: Outlining your philosophy on instructional leadership, community partnership, and your interest in leading a Hoover school site.
Three (3) Recent Letters of Recommendation: Dated within the last two years from professional supervisors who can attest to your administrative or teaching capabilities.
Credential Copies: Proof of a valid California Administrative Services Credential.
Transcripts: Legible copies of post-secondary transcripts verifying your Master's or Doctorate degree.
Comments and Other Information
About the Environment & Culture:
Burlingame School District prides itself on cultivating a highly supportive and collaborative environment where administration, teachers, and staff work closely together to build resilient, curious, and compassionate problem-solvers. As a Principal, you will not lead in isolation; you will be an active, valued member of a deeply connected district leadership team.
Excellent Compensation & Benefits Package:
We offer a highly competitive benefits package designed to reward your expertise and support your professional well-being:Advanced Degree Stipends: $2,000 Annual Master’s Degree Stipend AND an additional $2,000 Annual Doctorate Degree Stipend.Technology Allowance: $100 Monthly Cell Phone Stipend.Health & Wellness: Comprehensive, 100% employer-covered single medical and single dental coverage plans.Pre-employment requirements include passing a BSD DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check and TB clearance.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The State of California Department of Education (CDE) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The CDE does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one of more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, material status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Office of Equal Opportunity is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the CDE’s efforts to meet the legal obligations outlined in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in CDE employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity.
TITLE IX COMPLIANCE
Related Board Policies regarding nondiscrimination in the Burlingame School District’s programs (BP 0410), employment (BP 4030), and anti-harassment /anti-bullying (BP 0411), sexual harassment of student or staff (BP 4119.11) are outlined in the referenced Board Policies which can be found on the district website: http:/www.burlingameschools.org
Complaints regarding discrimination as outlined in the above statement and related board policies should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator for the Burlingame School District:
(650) 259-3800
Comments and Other Information
About the Environment & Culture:
Burlingame School District prides itself on cultivating a highly supportive and collaborative environment where administration, teachers, and staff work closely together to build resilient, curious, and compassionate problem-solvers. As a Principal, you will not lead in isolation; you will be an active, valued member of a deeply connected district leadership team.
Excellent Compensation & Benefits Package:
We offer a highly competitive benefits package designed to reward your expertise and support your professional well-being:Advanced Degree Stipends: $2,000 Annual Master’s Degree Stipend AND an additional $2,000 Annual Doctorate Degree Stipend.Technology Allowance: $100 Monthly Cell Phone Stipend.Health & Wellness: Comprehensive, 100% employer-covered single medical and single dental coverage plans.Pre-employment requirements include passing a BSD DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check and TB clearance.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The State of California Department of Education (CDE) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The CDE does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one of more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, material status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Office of Equal Opportunity is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the CDE’s efforts to meet the legal obligations outlined in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in CDE employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity.
TITLE IX COMPLIANCE
Related Board Policies regarding nondiscrimination in the Burlingame School District’s programs (BP 0410), employment (BP 4030), and anti-harassment /anti-bullying (BP 0411), sexual harassment of student or staff (BP 4119.11) are outlined in the referenced Board Policies which can be found on the district website: http:/www.burlingameschools.org
Complaints regarding discrimination as outlined in the above statement and related board policies should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator for the Burlingame School District:
(650) 259-3800
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