What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Principal, Sierra Middle School position at Riverside Unified School District (RUSD)?
Assistant Principal, Sierra Middle School at Riverside Unified School District (RUSD)
Application Deadline
7/2/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
Contact
Number of Openings
Salary
$137,022 - $172,620 Annually
Length of Work Year
Employment Type
About the Employer
With schools dating back to the 1870s, the award-winning Riverside Unified School District (RUSD) is now the 16th largest school district in California. RUSD educates nearly 42,000 students across 50 schools in Riverside. The District serves a large portion of Riverside as well as the unincorporated areas of Highgrove and Woodcrest. RUSD is led by its 13th Superintendent, Dr. Sonia Llamas and is governed by a Board of Education comprised of publicly elected officials who serve five different trustee areas.
Requirements / Qualifications
Under the direction of Middle School Principal, assist in the overall functioning of the school, including school behavior, guidance, curriculum, student activities, plant management, attendance, summer school, promotion, and data processing.
Leadership & Strategy
- Support board and district goals and priorities
- Support and focus on district/school-wide goals and initiatives.
- Serve as the Principal in the absence of the Principal.
- Support a school culture designed to meet the needs of all students.
- Focus on increasing student learning outcomes and improving state indicators for all students.
Instructional and Curriculum Management
- Participate in curriculum implementation.
- Oversee the development of the master schedule.
- Manage data processing and student records.
- Coordinate attendance procedures and incentives
- Support adherence to grade level standards and state frameworks.
- Support the academic and social emotional growth and development of students.
- Support the MTSS and PBS practices and priorities at the school site.
Please see the attached job description for a complete listing of the job responsibilities.
EDUCATION, LICENSES AND EXPERIENCE:
- Valid California Administrative Services Credential
- Valid California Credential with English Learners Certification
- Master’s Degree preferred
- Minimum five years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience working with a diverse socio-economic and multi-ethnic school population
- Must possess a valid driver’s license or identification card
- Bilingual preferred
Please submit the following documents in Edjoin:
- Resume
- 3 current letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months
- Letter of Introduction (must be specific to the job position you are applying for)
Candidates invited to interview will be contacted via email Edjoin
Riverside Unified will not accept attachments via fax, walk-in, or email. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions please contact, the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance.
Requirements / Qualifications
Under the direction of Middle School Principal, assist in the overall functioning of the school, including school behavior, guidance, curriculum, student activities, plant management, attendance, summer school, promotion, and data processing.
Leadership & Strategy
- Support board and district goals and priorities
- Support and focus on district/school-wide goals and initiatives.
- Serve as the Principal in the absence of the Principal.
- Support a school culture designed to meet the needs of all students.
- Focus on increasing student learning outcomes and improving state indicators for all students.
Instructional and Curriculum Management
- Participate in curriculum implementation.
- Oversee the development of the master schedule.
- Manage data processing and student records.
- Coordinate attendance procedures and incentives
- Support adherence to grade level standards and state frameworks.
- Support the academic and social emotional growth and development of students.
- Support the MTSS and PBS practices and priorities at the school site.
Please see the attached job description for a complete listing of the job responsibilities.
EDUCATION, LICENSES AND EXPERIENCE:
- Valid California Administrative Services Credential
- Valid California Credential with English Learners Certification
- Master’s Degree preferred
- Minimum five years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience working with a diverse socio-economic and multi-ethnic school population
- Must possess a valid driver’s license or identification card
- Bilingual preferred
Please submit the following documents in Edjoin:
- Resume
- 3 current letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months
- Letter of Introduction (must be specific to the job position you are applying for)
Candidates invited to interview will be contacted via email Edjoin
Riverside Unified will not accept attachments via fax, walk-in, or email. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions please contact, the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance.
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Salary : $137,022 - $172,620