Assistant Principal - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School of the Arts (TK-6) at Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
About the Employer
Welcome to Monterey Peninsula Unified School District! We are nestled in the heart of the Monterey Bay along the Central Coast of California. Consisting of 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools as well as pre-k, alternative, and adult programs, we proudly serve the communities of Marina, Seaside, and Monterey. MPUSD is built on a solid foundation of effective instruction, positive school culture, systems of support, and collaborative leadership. Our goal is to provide exemplary service to our current and future employees. We strive to meet your needs in a timely, courteous, and professional manner while working with integrity and compassion. MPUSD is continuously seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are interested in creating a positive learning environment for our students. We welcome you to apply and look forward to working with you.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Lead with Purpose at MLK School of the Arts: Seeking a Visionary Assistant Principal At Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School of the Arts in Seaside, CA, we are more than an educational institution. We are a community school at the heart of a vibrant, resilient city. Serving a richly diverse student body where 91% are economically disadvantaged and 55% are Multilingual Learners, our school embodies the spirit of equity, creativity, and whole-child learning. Seaside’s history runs deep—rooted in the legacy of African American military families, civil rights activism, and cultural pride. MLK School of the Arts honors that legacy by providing rigorous, community-connected learning and building strong partnerships with families, local organizations, and support services to ensure students thrive both inside and outside the classroom. As a School of the Arts, we provide spaces for students to feel validated and affirmed through enriching arts programming, ranging from visual art and music to dance and theatre. Under the leadership of Principal Cathleen Main, we are seeking an Assistant Principal who is not only ready to manage but also prepared to lead alongside a dynamic team, engage deeply with our community, and help drive meaningful change. This role is for someone who believes that schools can be engines of justice, joy, and opportunity. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, center students, and lead with vision and heart—MLK-SOA is calling!
Requirements / Qualifications
ALL CANDIDATES must submit an EdJoin electronic application and all required documents listed below: Letter of Introduction Resume Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three signed and dated within the past two years.) SC1A- Administrative Services Credential (Valid CA Credential ) OR SC1B- Administrative Services Credential (Examination) (Valid CA Credential ) OR Administrative Services Certificate of Eligibility
- Credential Copy (Administrative Services)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three Current)
- Resume (Updated)
Requirements / Qualifications
ALL CANDIDATES must submit an EdJoin electronic application and all required documents listed below: Letter of Introduction Resume Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three signed and dated within the past two years.) SC1A- Administrative Services Credential (Valid CA Credential ) OR SC1B- Administrative Services Credential (Examination) (Valid CA Credential ) OR Administrative Services Certificate of Eligibility
- Credential Copy (Administrative Services)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three Current)
- Resume (Updated)
Comments and Other Information
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. MPUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, political affiliation or activity, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the following individuals at the MPUSD District Office at 700 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940: Title IX Officer and Title VI Officer: Dr. Manny Nunez, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (phone: 831-645-1272, email: mnunez@mpusd.net ) or visit https://www.mpusd.net/titleix/ for more information. Title II Coordinator: Katie Rivera, Senior Director, Special Education Services (phone: 831-645-1207, email: krivera@mpusd.k12.ca.us). Title V and 504 Coordinator: Donnie Everett, Assistant Superintendent, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (phone: 831-645-1261, email: deverett@mpusd.net). Title 5 Officer: Ryan Altemeyer, Associate Superintendent, Business Services (phone: 831-645-1269, email: raltemeyer@mpusd.net)
Comments and Other Information
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. MPUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, political affiliation or activity, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the following individuals at the MPUSD District Office at 700 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940: Title IX Officer and Title VI Officer: Dr. Manny Nunez, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (phone: 831-645-1272, email: mnunez@mpusd.net ) or visit https://www.mpusd.net/titleix/ for more information. Title II Coordinator: Katie Rivera, Senior Director, Special Education Services (phone: 831-645-1207, email: krivera@mpusd.k12.ca.us). Title V and 504 Coordinator: Donnie Everett, Assistant Superintendent, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (phone: 831-645-1261, email: deverett@mpusd.net). Title 5 Officer: Ryan Altemeyer, Associate Superintendent, Business Services (phone: 831-645-1269, email: raltemeyer@mpusd.net)
Application Deadline
5/9/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/23/2025
Contact
Gaby Corral
831.645.1266
831.645.1266
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$112,743 - $129,505, salary placement based on experience
Length of Work Year
207 days
Employment Type
Full Time