Principal, Anzar High School at Aromas San Juan Unified School District
About the Employer
The Aromas–San Juan Unified School District (ASJUSD) is located in northern San Benito County, serving the communities of San Juan Bautista and Aromas. We are just 30 minutes north of Monterey, south of Santa Cruz, and within reach of the greater San Jose area—offering a unique blend of small-community connection and regional opportunity. ASJUSD is the only unified TK–12 school district in San Benito County, providing a coherent, innovative learning experience across academic and enrichment programs. Our TK–8 schools are multi-age learning communities that honor child development, foster collaboration, and support strong academic and social outcomes for students. As a small and agile district, we are inclusive, responsive, and deeply committed to continuous improvement. Students are active partners in their learning, developing voice, agency, and the skills needed to think critically, communicate effectively, and solve real-world problems. We work in close partnership with families and the community to celebrate our diverse cultures and languages. Through multilingual learning, service learning, and experiential education, students build strong foundations in literacy and numeracy while learning to contribute meaningfully to their world. We invite innovative educators to join us as we strive for excellence, transparency, and measurable student success on our journey toward becoming a District of Distinction.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Several Anzar programs are unique: a 4-year Advisory program, a 6-semester Service Learning graduation requirement, and the Graduation Exhibition program. Habits of Mind are a way of thinking. Anzar High School’s goal is to graduate students who can approach any topic or subject in an insightful and perceptive manner. To train this kind of thinking, the curriculum in all classes is guided by five Habits of Mind, commonly referred to as the "EPERRs." Evidence - What do I know and how do I know it? Perspective - What are the biases - mine and others? Extension - What are the deeper implications? Relevance - What difference does this make? So what? Reflection - What did I learn? The Principal will provide instructional and operational leadership at Anzar High School and is a member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet. S/he will work with the students, parents, staff, and administration to determine common educational goals and objectives to provide an effective educational program directed toward meeting the intellectual, emotional and social needs of each student. S/he will also act as the educational leader and manager of the school, will have direct responsibility for the administration of the school and its educational programs, and will perform other duties as required.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please include the following items with your EDJOIN application: Letter of Introduction, a Current Resume, and 3 Letters of Recommendation (at least 2 letters should be no older than two years)
Desired Characteristics: Someone who embodies the following traits: • Shared Instructional Vision • Innovative Thinking • Collaborative Leadership • Ability to Support a Culture of Continuous Improvement • Promotes a College Going Culture • Data Driven-Decision making • Instructional Leadership • Organizational Excellence • Superior Communications Skills • Integrity Education and Experience: • Possession of a valid California administrative credential for teaching and administration for secondary school. • Possession of a Master’s or higher degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration or closely related field preferred. • At least five years of successful public-school teaching at the high school level. • Biliterate in English and Spanish preferred. • 5 years or more previous administrative experience.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please include the following items with your EDJOIN application: Letter of Introduction, a Current Resume, and 3 Letters of Recommendation (at least 2 letters should be no older than two years)
Desired Characteristics: Someone who embodies the following traits: • Shared Instructional Vision • Innovative Thinking • Collaborative Leadership • Ability to Support a Culture of Continuous Improvement • Promotes a College Going Culture • Data Driven-Decision making • Instructional Leadership • Organizational Excellence • Superior Communications Skills • Integrity Education and Experience: • Possession of a valid California administrative credential for teaching and administration for secondary school. • Possession of a Master’s or higher degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration or closely related field preferred. • At least five years of successful public-school teaching at the high school level. • Biliterate in English and Spanish preferred. • 5 years or more previous administrative experience.
Comments and Other Information
Aromas-San Juan Unified School District is seeking a talented Principal that is innovative and motivated to lead the District’s distinguished Anzar High School. Considered a college-prep secondary institution, Anzar is a small, rural school of approximately 350 students with experienced faculty, student-centered practices, and a proven academic model. Anzar strives to prepare every student to complete an undergraduate degree. Anzar encourages depth over breadth, a personal approach to students and teaching, and equity at all times. The District provides an annual contribution of $14,000 towards a health benefits package for full time employees and their eligible dependents.
The Board of Trustees is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
Aromas-San Juan Unified School District is seeking a talented Principal that is innovative and motivated to lead the District’s distinguished Anzar High School. Considered a college-prep secondary institution, Anzar is a small, rural school of approximately 350 students with experienced faculty, student-centered practices, and a proven academic model. Anzar strives to prepare every student to complete an undergraduate degree. Anzar encourages depth over breadth, a personal approach to students and teaching, and equity at all times. The District provides an annual contribution of $14,000 towards a health benefits package for full time employees and their eligible dependents.
The Board of Trustees is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Application Deadline
4/3/2019 3:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/13/2019
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$104,536 - $121,724- Placement is based upon prior administrative experience. $1,000 annual stipend for a MA degree
Length of Work Year
215 days, Available July 1, 2019
Employment Type
Full Time