Elementary School Principal at The OFarrell Charter Schools
About the Employer
The O’Farrell Charter Schools are located in southeast San Diego, close to water activities, beaches, hiking and running trails, historical and dynamic neighborhoods, professional sports, highly regarded colleges and universities, spectacular sunsets, and some of the best weather California has to offer. The O’Farrell Charter Schools has much to offer prospective employees: - Very competitive salaries - Full employer sponsored benefits (no deductions from paychecks) - Data- and research-based professional development opportunities for all staff - Opportunities for personal and professional growth - A voice in and collaborative decision-making - The ability to be innovative and creative in teaching practices - Long-standing colleagues who stay at O’Farrell because of the support and autonomy that a charter school can offer The O’Farrell Schools is home to more than 2,100 students in traditional elementary, middle, and high school programs. It is also home to Ingenuity Charter School, a “non-classroom based” blended learning environment, created to serve students who are seeking an alternative learning environment. The O’Farrell Charter Schools is a very close-knit school community, with many staff who are lifelong citizens in our surrounding neighborhoods. Many of O’Farrell’s diverse staff members and parents attended O’Farrell themselves. Our vision is to provide an innovative and personalized learning experience for every student in a caring and supportive environment to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful and productive citizens. We engage parents, teachers and our community to actively support our students' growth and learning. Our 280+ employees, including certificated, classified and administrative staff, are at the heart of our schools and take great pride knowing that our long waiting lists are a result of their heartfelt dedication to the young people in our classrooms. The O’Farrell Charter Schools is seeking: - Innovative teachers who build strong relationships with students and enjoy autonomy and appreciate strong collegiality - Support staff who want to be valued, respected and welcomed as family members - Staff who see potential in students and whose work in public education isn’t a job but a calling - Leaders who want to be inventive and be leading edge in rigorous instructional programs, positive school culture, and community connections
Job Summary
Job Summary
The School Principal serves as the educational leader and administrator of the school, responsible for fostering a culture of academic excellence, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. The Principal ensures the effective implementation of instructional programs, supports the professional growth of staff, builds strong relationships with the school community, and drives initiatives that enhance student outcomes and well-being. EdJoin applications completed by: Friday, May 16, 2025 - Monday, May 26, 2025 at 10 pm Round One SparkHire Virtual Interviews must be completed in three days or by: May 31, 2025 Round Two panel Interview - tentatively June 4 and 5, 2025 Round Three Final Interview with Executive Cabinet - June 6, 2025 Board Meeting Approval - June 9, 2025 Start Date - July 1, 2025
Requirements / Qualifications
MATERIALS -Letter of Introduction -Resume -Three (3) Letters of Recommendation - Administrative credential, teaching or PPS credential, and EL authorization/CLAD screenshots from EdJoin - Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration, educational leadership, or other closely related areas; additional experience can be substituted (more than the three years of increasing responsibility) for a Master’s Degree - Minimum three years of increasingly responsible supervisory, leadership and/or management experience in public school district or public charter school organization - Minimum of four years of teaching experience, with a proven track record of improving student outcomes - Valid California administrative services credential - Valid California driver’s license and availability of private transportation - Proficiency in the California Professional Standards for Education Leaders (CPSEL)
- Bilingual (encouraged but not required) - Administrative credential All of the above documentation must be scanned and attached with your online application.
Requirements / Qualifications
MATERIALS -Letter of Introduction -Resume -Three (3) Letters of Recommendation - Administrative credential, teaching or PPS credential, and EL authorization/CLAD screenshots from EdJoin - Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration, educational leadership, or other closely related areas; additional experience can be substituted (more than the three years of increasing responsibility) for a Master’s Degree - Minimum three years of increasingly responsible supervisory, leadership and/or management experience in public school district or public charter school organization - Minimum of four years of teaching experience, with a proven track record of improving student outcomes - Valid California administrative services credential - Valid California driver’s license and availability of private transportation - Proficiency in the California Professional Standards for Education Leaders (CPSEL)
- Bilingual (encouraged but not required) - Administrative credential All of the above documentation must be scanned and attached with your online application.
Comments and Other Information
The O'Farrell Charter School is a California Charter School serving grades transitional kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Employment with The O'Farrell Charter Schools is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer background check which includes fingerprinting and TB test results. The O’Farrell Charter Schools (OCS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCS affords equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship status, medical condition, genetic information, military, and veteran status, actual or perceived; race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or any other legally protected status. This extends to all employees and to all aspects of the employment relationship, including the hiring of new employees and the training, transfer, promotion, compensation, and benefits of existing employees.
Comments and Other Information
The O'Farrell Charter School is a California Charter School serving grades transitional kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Employment with The O'Farrell Charter Schools is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer background check which includes fingerprinting and TB test results. The O’Farrell Charter Schools (OCS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCS affords equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship status, medical condition, genetic information, military, and veteran status, actual or perceived; race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or any other legally protected status. This extends to all employees and to all aspects of the employment relationship, including the hiring of new employees and the training, transfer, promotion, compensation, and benefits of existing employees.
Application Deadline
5/26/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/16/2025
Contact
Cindy Wagner
619-266-0112
619-266-0112
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
141,972.86 - 169,285.04 Annually
141,972.86 - 169,285.04 Annually
Length of Work Year
214 Days
Employment Type
Full Time