Principal - Elementary - 2026-2027 School Year (Current Employees Only) at Capistrano Unified School District
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
Job Summary
Job Summary
CUSD is proud of its distinction as the highest performing large school district in California. Our organization is committed to effectively supporting the well-being of all students and staff through a culture of inclusivity and collaboration. CUSD is the 10th largest school district in California, has competitive salary and health benefits, and there are many career development and growth opportunities available. Join us and make a positive impact on students and the community!
Requirements / Qualifications
MAILED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED The following documents must be scanned into your online application: • Letter of intent • Current Resume • Valid California Administrative Services Credential
QUALIFICATIONS • Six years of successful teaching experience, including three years of successful experience in a leadership or administrative role • Valid California Teaching Credential • Valid California Administrative Services Credential
Requirements / Qualifications
MAILED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED The following documents must be scanned into your online application: • Letter of intent • Current Resume • Valid California Administrative Services Credential
QUALIFICATIONS • Six years of successful teaching experience, including three years of successful experience in a leadership or administrative role • Valid California Teaching Credential • Valid California Administrative Services Credential
Comments and Other Information
• Round 1 Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
• Round 2 Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
• Final Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
• Starting Date: 2026-2027 School Year
The Capistrano Unified School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610).
WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Laura Lyon
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resource Services
33122 Valle Road
San Juan Capistrano, California 92675
(949) 234-9200
Comments and Other Information
• Round 1 Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
• Round 2 Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
• Final Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
• Starting Date: 2026-2027 School Year
The Capistrano Unified School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610).
WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Laura Lyon
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resource Services
33122 Valle Road
San Juan Capistrano, California 92675
(949) 234-9200
Application Deadline
3/27/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/19/2026
Contact
Katie Ray
949-234-9333
949-234-9333
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$143,421 to $183,045
Length of Work Year
11 months (210 days)
Employment Type
Full Time