Principal - Opportunity Youth Academy (OYA) at Santa Clara County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, plans, organizes, leads, and directs the educational operations, activities, and services of the Opportunity Youth Academy (OYA); responsible for a wide range of management and administrative duties necessary to provide instructional leadership, maintain budgetary oversight, comply with local, state and federal regulations, supervise assigned staff, establish appropriate relationships with the community and other agencies, and ensure an effective program of student education. Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master’s degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provided official documentation is submitted.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Master's degree from an accredited college/university in Educational Administration or closely related field, Doctorate degree from an accredited institution in a related field desirable; three (3) years of successful public school teaching or student support services experience, preferably in Alternative Education or related programs, and two (2) years of recent secondary administrative experience in a public school setting with experience preferably in Alternative Education. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Multiple or Single Subject Teaching Credential or Educational Services Credential Valid California Administrative Services Credential Valid California Driver’s license
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** Please only attach the following materials to your application: -Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, dated within one year of the application, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) - Copy of a valid California driver's license PLEASE NOTE: -Candidates seeking employment with SCCOE may not proceed with the onboarding process until they provide written confirmation that they have been formally released from their contract. -At this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.
The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date.
While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.
Santa Clara County Office of Education
Human Resources
1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264
San Jose, CA 95131
Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Master's degree from an accredited college/university in Educational Administration or closely related field, Doctorate degree from an accredited institution in a related field desirable; three (3) years of successful public school teaching or student support services experience, preferably in Alternative Education or related programs, and two (2) years of recent secondary administrative experience in a public school setting with experience preferably in Alternative Education. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Multiple or Single Subject Teaching Credential or Educational Services Credential Valid California Administrative Services Credential Valid California Driver’s license
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** Please only attach the following materials to your application: -Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, dated within one year of the application, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) - Copy of a valid California driver's license PLEASE NOTE: -Candidates seeking employment with SCCOE may not proceed with the onboarding process until they provide written confirmation that they have been formally released from their contract. -At this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.
The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date.
While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.
Santa Clara County Office of Education
Human Resources
1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264
San Jose, CA 95131
Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Application Deadline
4/3/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/19/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$158,440.92 - $202,214.04 Annually
Length of Work Year
12 Months/261 Days
Employment Type
Full Time