What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal (Elementary School) position at Saugus Union School District?
Principal (Elementary School) at Saugus Union School District
Application Deadline
5/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
Contact
6612945300 5125
Number of Openings
Salary
$141,098.85 - $166,238.12, Plus Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Benefits. Annually
Length of Work Year
Employment Type
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: • Possess a valid California Administrative Credential • Three years’ experience as an Elementary School Assistant Principal or other equivalent educational administration experience Desirable Qualifications: • Master's Degree and advanced study in the field of elementary education, including the areas of administration, supervision, and curriculum development • Successful leadership experience such as Head Teacher, Learning Specialist, Mentor, etc. • Teaching experience at primary (K-3) and intermediate levels (4-6) • Knowledge of and commitment to contemporary management and instructional techniques • Knowledge of elementary curriculum, including highly developed competencies in at least one content area • Knowledge of evaluation procedures • Ability to represent the school with responsible, mature judgment, tact, and decisiveness • Ability to assist in effecting positive change in staff and programs • A current Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate • CLAD Certification and/or second language ability
Please make sure that you have attached the following documents to your application to be considered for the position: - Letter of Introduction - Resume - Copy of Most Current Transcripts (if not a SUSD employee) - California Administrative Services Credential - Three Current Letters of Reference (dated and signed within the last 12 months) - Possess a valid CA Driver License
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: • Possess a valid California Administrative Credential • Three years’ experience as an Elementary School Assistant Principal or other equivalent educational administration experience Desirable Qualifications: • Master's Degree and advanced study in the field of elementary education, including the areas of administration, supervision, and curriculum development • Successful leadership experience such as Head Teacher, Learning Specialist, Mentor, etc. • Teaching experience at primary (K-3) and intermediate levels (4-6) • Knowledge of and commitment to contemporary management and instructional techniques • Knowledge of elementary curriculum, including highly developed competencies in at least one content area • Knowledge of evaluation procedures • Ability to represent the school with responsible, mature judgment, tact, and decisiveness • Ability to assist in effecting positive change in staff and programs • A current Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate • CLAD Certification and/or second language ability
Please make sure that you have attached the following documents to your application to be considered for the position: - Letter of Introduction - Resume - Copy of Most Current Transcripts (if not a SUSD employee) - California Administrative Services Credential - Three Current Letters of Reference (dated and signed within the last 12 months) - Possess a valid CA Driver License
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