Principal (1.0 FTE) - Public Waldorf Charter School at Valley Vista, TK- 8 (2025-2026 School Year) at Petaluma City Schools
About the Employer
Developing Effective Communicators & Critical Thinkers Petaluma City Schools delivers a high-quality, diverse, equitable, and inclusive education to all student scholars so they creatively explore interests, collaboratively solve problems, and fully develop as resilient, caring, and responsible members of our community. We believe: * All students have infinite potential and value. * Diversity is an asset that strengthens and enriches our learning community. * Safe and caring learning environments help students reach high levels of achievement. * An engaged and supportive community is essential to student and organizational success. * Collaborative teams and shared decision making are critical to student success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Petaluma City Schools (Sonoma County) $139, 303 - $166, 481 plus advanced degrees stipends. Petaluma City Schools seeks a dedicated and dynamic leader to serve as Principal of our Public Waldorf Charter School. This role requires a strong commitment to fostering student success, collaborating with staff, families, and the community, and inspiring a love of lifelong learning. The ideal candidate will prioritize student well-being and achievement while working collegially with District staff to uphold our mission of educational excellence for all learners. Join us in shaping the future of education in Petaluma! Additional stipends: Master's degree $1,700, Doctorate degree $3,000, National Board Teaching Certification $1,700, and BCLAD Certificate $1400 ------------------------------------------------------- IMPORTANT DATES: Deadline for Applications: February 12, 2025 1st Round of Interviews: February 25, 2025 2nd Round of Interviews: February 27, 2025
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS: A valid California teaching credential, a valid California Administrative Services Credential and a Masters degree are required. A successful candidate must also possess a minimum of three years of successful teaching experience and demonstrated experience with English Learners. Spanish proficiency is highly desirable.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Minimum of 3 letters required.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS: A valid California teaching credential, a valid California Administrative Services Credential and a Masters degree are required. A successful candidate must also possess a minimum of three years of successful teaching experience and demonstrated experience with English Learners. Spanish proficiency is highly desirable.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Minimum of 3 letters required.)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Petaluma City Schools is looking for management employees who will be able to demonstrate a commitment to the District effort on behalf of young people and adult learners in our community. They are expected to work with students, staff, parents and colleagues in a warm and supportive manner consistent with the District emphasis upon affective domain values. They are also expected, by their own example, to inspire others to the goal of life-long learning. Additionally, they are expected to maintain a clear focus on student welfare and achievement and to work in a collegial fashion with the entire District staff.
Offer of employment is contingent upon fingerprint clearance. There is a fee required by the Department of Justice, payable by the district, to process fingerprint clearance.
Evidence that applicant is free from tuberculosis in accordance with Education Code 49406 is required.
Comments and Other Information
Petaluma City Schools is looking for management employees who will be able to demonstrate a commitment to the District effort on behalf of young people and adult learners in our community. They are expected to work with students, staff, parents and colleagues in a warm and supportive manner consistent with the District emphasis upon affective domain values. They are also expected, by their own example, to inspire others to the goal of life-long learning. Additionally, they are expected to maintain a clear focus on student welfare and achievement and to work in a collegial fashion with the entire District staff.
Offer of employment is contingent upon fingerprint clearance. There is a fee required by the Department of Justice, payable by the district, to process fingerprint clearance.
Evidence that applicant is free from tuberculosis in accordance with Education Code 49406 is required.