Elementary Principal at Oak Park Unified
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Oak Hills Elementary School community actively involves all children in becoming passionate, innovative, and culturally enriched life-long learners. They provide a foundation for students to reach their full potential through a comprehensive, rigorous, standards- aligned curriculum that is enhanced by technology. Meaningful learning opportunities empower children to be independent thinkers, problem solvers, and responsible citizens. The Elementary Principal shall have the ability to lead a qualified teaching staff in meeting the instructional needs of all students. Must possess knowledge of curriculum development, innovative teaching and learning practices, program evaluation, child development, special education, full inclusion, and GATE. Work as a collaborative member of a school and district team that includes teachers, parents, classified staff, administrators and students. The Board of Education and Superintendent are looking for someone with the professional and personal characteristics to lead a highly trained, committed and progressive staff in continuing the school's outstanding tradition of academic excellence. We welcome your application! Interviews will take place the week of April 13. Start date is July 1, 2026.
Requirements / Qualifications
*Letter of Introduction *Resume *2-3 Letters of Recommendation (within 3 years) *Valid California Administrative Services Credential (copy of credential from CTC with document number) *Copy of transcripts (Master's Degree in Education or related field preferred) *3 copies of professional writing (staff/parent communications, newsletters, etc.) *Response to the following writing prompt: As an Administrator in Oak Park, you will support a wide range of learners with varied strengths, needs, and backgrounds. Please describe how your teaching philosophy, practices, and strategies reflect the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to create inclusive learning environments that support success for all students. Minimum of five years successful teaching experience including elementary. Master's Degree in Education, with emphasis in Administration and Supervision preferred. Experience with all aspects of school leadership, including curriculum, teaching and learning, assessment, and building relationships with all stakeholders. **PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS ALL INFORMATION LISTED ABOVE IS INCLUDED**
Requirements / Qualifications
*Letter of Introduction *Resume *2-3 Letters of Recommendation (within 3 years) *Valid California Administrative Services Credential (copy of credential from CTC with document number) *Copy of transcripts (Master's Degree in Education or related field preferred) *3 copies of professional writing (staff/parent communications, newsletters, etc.) *Response to the following writing prompt: As an Administrator in Oak Park, you will support a wide range of learners with varied strengths, needs, and backgrounds. Please describe how your teaching philosophy, practices, and strategies reflect the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to create inclusive learning environments that support success for all students. Minimum of five years successful teaching experience including elementary. Master's Degree in Education, with emphasis in Administration and Supervision preferred. Experience with all aspects of school leadership, including curriculum, teaching and learning, assessment, and building relationships with all stakeholders. **PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS ALL INFORMATION LISTED ABOVE IS INCLUDED**
Comments and Other Information
Equity - The Governing Board believes that the diversity that exists among the district's community of students, staff, parents/guardians, and community members is integral to the district's vision, mission, and goals. Addressing the needs of the most marginalized learners requires recognition of the inherent value of diversity and acknowledgment that educational excellence requires a commitment to equity in the opportunities provided to students and the resulting outcomes.
Why Join OPUSD?
Oak Park Unified is a high-performing district that values instructional excellence, strong relationships, and student well-being. The district invests in its educators through meaningful professional development, collaboration time, and training focused on inclusive practices and differentiated instruction.
Staff are supported through thoughtful policies and employee-centered benefits, including access to employee-based enrollment for their children, electric vehicle charging, discounted child care and staff meals, and other site-based resources that support work-life balance.
You will be joining a district where educators are trusted, supported, and encouraged to grow. We’re proud to be a place where caring professionals choose to build their careers, and where their contributions make a difference every day.
OAK PARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Comments and Other Information
Equity - The Governing Board believes that the diversity that exists among the district's community of students, staff, parents/guardians, and community members is integral to the district's vision, mission, and goals. Addressing the needs of the most marginalized learners requires recognition of the inherent value of diversity and acknowledgment that educational excellence requires a commitment to equity in the opportunities provided to students and the resulting outcomes.
Why Join OPUSD?
Oak Park Unified is a high-performing district that values instructional excellence, strong relationships, and student well-being. The district invests in its educators through meaningful professional development, collaboration time, and training focused on inclusive practices and differentiated instruction.
Staff are supported through thoughtful policies and employee-centered benefits, including access to employee-based enrollment for their children, electric vehicle charging, discounted child care and staff meals, and other site-based resources that support work-life balance.
You will be joining a district where educators are trusted, supported, and encouraged to grow. We’re proud to be a place where caring professionals choose to build their careers, and where their contributions make a difference every day.
OAK PARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Application Deadline
4/5/2026 3:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/9/2026
Contact
Sue Meskis
818-735-3226
818-735-3226
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$133,406 - $149,421 Annually
$133,406 - $149,421 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Annual stipend for doctorate - $1K
Length of Work Year
210 days
Employment Type
Full Time