Elementary Principal, Justin Early Learners Academy (JELA), 2026-27 School Year at Simi Valley Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Early Education Elementary Site Principal is responsible for all aspects of the management and operation of an elementary school. It is the responsibility of the site principal to assume the instructional leadership of the school staff and to promote the cooperative development of a school program which will best meet the educational objectives of the school district for all learners. In addition to the duties above the principal assigned to Justin Early Learners Academy shall assume the following site-specific leadership responsibilities, aligned to the needs of an Early Education campus serving General Education Preschool, Special Education Early Start Infant Programs, Special Education Preschool Programs, and General Education and Special Education Transitional Kindergarten Program. For more information, see the job description.
Requirements / Qualifications
1. Master’s degree in Education or Related Field 2. Valid California Teaching or Services Credential 3. Administrative Services Credential (Clear or Certificate of Eligibility) 4. Minimum of two (2) years in a leadership role or Assistant Principal capacity with demonstrated experience in curriculum, professional development, and instruction PREFERRED QUALIFICATION: 1. Minimum of five (5) years classroom teaching experience 2. Experience in early childhood education, knowledge of preschool licensing and special education requirements, and/or experience supporting inclusive preschool and Transitional Kindergarten programs. 3. Experience and/or experience with IDEA Part C Early Start Infant programs is desirable. PLEASE NOTE ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED
Please see below for list for a list of required documents:
- Copy of Transcript (Master's Degree - selected candidate will also need to provide official transcripts upon employment)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3-5 Letters - At least 1 letter must be from an current supervisor - All letters must be signed & dated within the last 18 months)
- Resume
- Administrative Services Credential (Clear or Certificate of Eligibility)
- Other ( Valid California Teaching or Services Credential)
Requirements / Qualifications
1. Master’s degree in Education or Related Field 2. Valid California Teaching or Services Credential 3. Administrative Services Credential (Clear or Certificate of Eligibility) 4. Minimum of two (2) years in a leadership role or Assistant Principal capacity with demonstrated experience in curriculum, professional development, and instruction PREFERRED QUALIFICATION: 1. Minimum of five (5) years classroom teaching experience 2. Experience in early childhood education, knowledge of preschool licensing and special education requirements, and/or experience supporting inclusive preschool and Transitional Kindergarten programs. 3. Experience and/or experience with IDEA Part C Early Start Infant programs is desirable. PLEASE NOTE ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED
Please see below for list for a list of required documents:
- Copy of Transcript (Master's Degree - selected candidate will also need to provide official transcripts upon employment)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3-5 Letters - At least 1 letter must be from an current supervisor - All letters must be signed & dated within the last 18 months)
- Resume
- Administrative Services Credential (Clear or Certificate of Eligibility)
- Other ( Valid California Teaching or Services Credential)
Application Deadline
3/27/2026 3:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/27/2026
Contact
Marissa Jenson
(805) 306-4500 4043
(805) 306-4500 4043
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$130,614 - $ 151, 902 Annually
$130,614 - $ 151, 902 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.
Length of Work Year
207 Days
Employment Type
Full Time