Assistant Principal - Mountainside Success Academy at El Dorado County Office of Education
About the Employer
At our core, EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences, while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost-effective centralized services in order to meet regulatory and educational standards in a safe, successful, educational environment for all of our children. Students, parents, educators and the community are invited to learn more about our services, programs, opportunities and innovations offered and available to prepare students for future success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The El Dorado County Office of Education is looking for a talented individual to join our administrative team. A recognized leader in providing high-quality alternative educational programs, the Charter Alternative Program Community School (Mountainside Success Academy) is located at the El Dorado County Office of Education in Placerville. The Assistant Principal provides administrative support for our Community School, which serves at-promise students who may have had difficulty finding success in a traditional school setting. The Assistant Principal helps to ensure the educational success of students by working collaboratively with staff, students, and parents/caregivers; provides leadership for educational programs; maintains a safe, positive school culture; coordinates school activities; supervises and evaluates classified and instructional staff; manages student discipline, scheduling, and attendance; and communicates effectively with education partners.
Requirements / Qualifications
We provide a rich curriculum that centers on engaging students in a supportive, structured environment. Enrollment ranges from 85-115 students. Examples of applied learning opportunities include Culinary Arts, e-Sports, Northern CA Construction Trade, and Art. An expanding Advanced Education program, which operates in collaboration with the community college next door provides a growing number of students the opportunity to earn college and high school credit at the same time. MSA provides a meaningful curriculum that considers each student’s individual needs, learning styles, and goals; this includes a strong and deeply devoted instructional and support staff team. The program is designed after course based independent study; however, all students attend scheduled times on campus weekly. Our program helps students find success by providing high quality educational programs, positive reinforcement, and relationship building. MSA provides a personalized educational experience that prepares students for college and career success. Work year: 12-months/215 days Job Requirements: Education: Valid California Administrative Credential; Valid California Teaching Credential; Master’s Degree in education or related field preferred. Experience Required: Five years of successful teaching or pupil personnel services experience. Experience Preferred: Three years or more experience at 6-12th grade level; experience with high-risk youth; previous administrative experience.
Please include the following along with a complete application:
- Certificate Copy (Valid California Teaching Credential)
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (Administrative Services Credential)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Current Letters - Within the last two years)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
We provide a rich curriculum that centers on engaging students in a supportive, structured environment. Enrollment ranges from 85-115 students. Examples of applied learning opportunities include Culinary Arts, e-Sports, Northern CA Construction Trade, and Art. An expanding Advanced Education program, which operates in collaboration with the community college next door provides a growing number of students the opportunity to earn college and high school credit at the same time. MSA provides a meaningful curriculum that considers each student’s individual needs, learning styles, and goals; this includes a strong and deeply devoted instructional and support staff team. The program is designed after course based independent study; however, all students attend scheduled times on campus weekly. Our program helps students find success by providing high quality educational programs, positive reinforcement, and relationship building. MSA provides a personalized educational experience that prepares students for college and career success. Work year: 12-months/215 days Job Requirements: Education: Valid California Administrative Credential; Valid California Teaching Credential; Master’s Degree in education or related field preferred. Experience Required: Five years of successful teaching or pupil personnel services experience. Experience Preferred: Three years or more experience at 6-12th grade level; experience with high-risk youth; previous administrative experience.
Please include the following along with a complete application:
- Certificate Copy (Valid California Teaching Credential)
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (Administrative Services Credential)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Current Letters - Within the last two years)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250.
EDCOE Title IX Information
Comments and Other Information
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250.
EDCOE Title IX Information
Application Deadline
5/13/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/22/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$122,283 - $148,632 Annually
$122,283 - $148,632 Annually
Length of Work Year
8 Hours/Day, 5 Days/Week, , 215 Days/Year, and 12 Months/Year
Employment Type
Full Time
Second Round Interviews
TBD