Principal - Middle School at Palermo Union Elementary
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
4/7/2026
Contact
Chello Metcalf
(530)533-4842
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$126,047 - $165,668 (placement based on creditable experience; maximum of 15 years)
Length of Work Year
2026-2027 School Year
Employment Type
Full Time
Credential Required
Valid California Administrative Services Credential
Location
Palermo Middle School
About the Employer
Thank you for your interest in joining the PUESD family! There is a strong sense of pride in being a part of our district, whether you are a member of our staff, a student, a parent or family member, or a local community member. Palermo Union Elementary School District is a Pre-K through 8th grade district, serving approximately 1,430 students. The district operates 4 school sites: Helen Wilcox, grades TK through 3rd, Golden Hills, grades 4th through 5th, Palermo Middle School, grades 6th through 8th and Honcut, grades Pre-K through 3rd. The District's greatest strength and resource is our outstanding staff members! Our staff members demonstrate extraordinary loyalty and dedication to our students and their success. In partnership with parents and other community stakeholders, it is the mission of Palermo Union Elementary School District to create the conditions necessary to ensure that every Palermo student reaches their highest potential.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Board of Education of Palermo Union Elementary School District would like to invite highly qualified educational leaders to apply for the position of Middle School Principal.
*Completed applications MUST be submitted to Chello Metcalf at cmetcalf@palermok8.org
Requirements / Qualifications
-Signed, dated cover letter
-Completed application of employment
-Current resume
-Three (3) current letters of recommendation
-Verification of degrees and credentials (unofficial will be initially accepted)
*All materials will be acknowledged and treated confidentially
Completed applications MUST be submitted to Chello Metcalf at cmetcalf@palermok8.org
Pre-employment Process includes:
- A Drug & Alcohol Test
- Department of Justice and FBI Clearance
- TB Test
- Administrative Services Credential
Requirements / Qualifications
-Signed, dated cover letter
-Completed application of employment
-Current resume
-Three (3) current letters of recommendation
-Verification of degrees and credentials (unofficial will be initially accepted)
*All materials will be acknowledged and treated confidentially
Completed applications MUST be submitted to Chello Metcalf at cmetcalf@palermok8.org
Pre-employment Process includes:
- A Drug & Alcohol Test
- Department of Justice and FBI Clearance
- TB Test
- Administrative Services Credential
Comments and Other Information
Palermo Union Elementary School District fully complies with Federal and California laws prohibiting employment discrimination and harassment. This includes Federal laws prohibiting "employment discrimination when it involves: (1) Unfair treatment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information; (2) Harassment by managers, co-workers, or others in the workplace, because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information; (3) Denial of a reasonable workplace accommodation that the employee needs because of religious beliefs or disability; or (4) Retaliation because the employee complained about job discrimination, or assisted with a job discrimination investigation or lawsuit.” This also includes California laws prohibiting illegal discrimination and harassment in employment based on an applicant’s or employee’s actual or perceived ancestry, age (40 and above), color, disability (physical and mental, including HIV and aids), genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, national origin (includes language use and possession of a driver’s license issued to persons unable to prove their presence in the united states is authorized under federal law), race, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. The Superintendent designates the following position as the district's 504 Coordinator to implement the requirements of Section 504 of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973: (34 CFR 104.7)
School Psychologist/Coordinator of Special Education
7390 Bulldog Way, Palermo CA 95968
(530) 533-4842, ext. 107
-To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply. AA/EOE/IX
Comments and Other Information
Palermo Union Elementary School District fully complies with Federal and California laws prohibiting employment discrimination and harassment. This includes Federal laws prohibiting "employment discrimination when it involves: (1) Unfair treatment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information; (2) Harassment by managers, co-workers, or others in the workplace, because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information; (3) Denial of a reasonable workplace accommodation that the employee needs because of religious beliefs or disability; or (4) Retaliation because the employee complained about job discrimination, or assisted with a job discrimination investigation or lawsuit.” This also includes California laws prohibiting illegal discrimination and harassment in employment based on an applicant’s or employee’s actual or perceived ancestry, age (40 and above), color, disability (physical and mental, including HIV and aids), genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, national origin (includes language use and possession of a driver’s license issued to persons unable to prove their presence in the united states is authorized under federal law), race, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. The Superintendent designates the following position as the district's 504 Coordinator to implement the requirements of Section 504 of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973: (34 CFR 104.7)
School Psychologist/Coordinator of Special Education
7390 Bulldog Way, Palermo CA 95968
(530) 533-4842, ext. 107
-To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply. AA/EOE/IX
Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only.
- CalSTRS Info for New Educators
Salary : $126,047 - $165,668
