Principal, Calavera Hills Elementary School at Carlsbad Unified
Job Summary
Job Summary
Definition Serves under the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Instruction as the chief executive officer of the elementary school assigned with total responsibility to provide leadership for the instruction program. Manages all affairs of the school within district policy and procedures, and supervises all Certificated and Classified employees assigned to serve in the school. Examples of Duties Serve as the instructional leader for assigned elementary school education programs. Establish and maintain a positive and effective learning climate. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff. Develop school plans and organizational procedures for the health, safety, conduct, and discipline of students. Construct and implement a master schedule that provides effective utilization of staff personnel for beneficial advancement of student needs. Maintain and use data to improve learning. Develop and maintain active relationships with students and parents, to promote engagement. Plan, supervise, and direct the business operation of the school, including development of budget and oversee all management funds and facilities. Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, student, parents and the general public Attend assigned Administrative meetings and serve as assigned on District-wide committees. Serve as a district officer in communication between District administration and staff. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
1. California Administrative Services Credential 2. Letter of Introduction 3. Resume 4. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation signed within the last 6 months with at least one from an immediate supervising administrator (more than one supervisor is recommended) 5. Copies of Transcripts 6. Writing Prompt (see below) Please respond to the following writing prompt and submit with your application: Writing Prompt: Write a letter introducing yourself as if you were a newly appointed elementart school principal to the students, staff and parent community. Include three key qualities that define you as a leader and how these qualities shape would guide your work as a principal. The letter should be one page or less. Qualifications: - California Administrative Services Credential - Master’s Degree - Successful administration/leadership experience - Middle School experience preferred - Assistant Principal experience preferred
All required documents must be attached to the application in order to be considered.
Requirements / Qualifications
1. California Administrative Services Credential 2. Letter of Introduction 3. Resume 4. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation signed within the last 6 months with at least one from an immediate supervising administrator (more than one supervisor is recommended) 5. Copies of Transcripts 6. Writing Prompt (see below) Please respond to the following writing prompt and submit with your application: Writing Prompt: Write a letter introducing yourself as if you were a newly appointed elementart school principal to the students, staff and parent community. Include three key qualities that define you as a leader and how these qualities shape would guide your work as a principal. The letter should be one page or less. Qualifications: - California Administrative Services Credential - Master’s Degree - Successful administration/leadership experience - Middle School experience preferred - Assistant Principal experience preferred
All required documents must be attached to the application in order to be considered.
Comments and Other Information
CUSD aspires for our staff to reflect the rich diversity of our students.
Comments and Other Information
CUSD aspires for our staff to reflect the rich diversity of our students.
Application Deadline
7/17/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/25/2026
Contact
Jennifer Parraga
(760) 331-5027
(760) 331-5027
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
143,207 - 172,669 Annually
143,207 - 172,669 Annually
Length of Work Year
205 days per year
Employment Type
Full Time