2026/2027 Middle School Principal (TMS) at Temecula Valley Unified School District
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PRINCIPAL – MIDDLE SCHOOL
THE POSITION
Under general supervision of the Assistant Superintendent – Educational Support Services is responsible for the administration and coordination of a Middle School.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Assistant Superintendent – Educational Support Services
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Understands the underlying philosophy for a Middle School that matches the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs of pre-adolescents.
- Screens, selects, directs and evaluates performance of certificated and classified staff members.
- Administers an articulated curriculum program; conducts regular needs assessments and interprets results to staff and community, and gives high priority to leadership for inspiring curriculum and instruction.
- Relates to students with mutual respect while carrying out a positive and effective discipline policy.
- Communicates effectively with the business and residential community and participates in civic activities.
- Motivates employee performance and enhances morale.
- Administers a balanced budget and operates a school under a decentralized management system.
- Maintains a commitment to ongoing growth in self and others, supporting and participating in District and site professional growth programs.
- Actively promotes fund-raising and grant applications for the site and for the District.
- Possesses the knowledge to implement an employee evaluation system which might include clinical supervision.
- Demonstrates positive attitude toward job and remains a flexible and innovative team builder.
- Has knowledge of local policies, state and federal laws relating to minors.
- Supervises and manages site operation to assure safety and efficiency.
- Implements and monitors special programs.
- Manages certificated and classified contracts at site level.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE
Desirable:
- Ability to articulate school and District policy.
- Energetic approach to responsibilities.
- Positive personality; sense of humor and compassion.
- Creative ability.
- Ability to accept criticism and grow as the result.
- Ability to visualize and implement change.
- Capacity to withstand stress.
- Self motivation.
- Potential for growth.
Credential:
- Valid California Administrative Credential.
Education:
- Masters degree or higher, from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
- Successful teaching and administrative experience in a middle school; experience in the area of middle school curriculum; demonstrated skill in participative management, shared decision-making and school and program planning.
WORK YEAR: 210 Days
SALARY: Certificated Administrative Salary Schedule
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid CA or out of state Administrator Credential
Scan and attach the required items listed below to your online application. 1. Letter of introduction 2. Resume 3. Three current letters of recommendation 4. Credential, detailed copy that shows your specific credential title with details. Not the certificate copy. This can be obtained at ctc.ca.gov. 5. Unofficial Transcripts In-District applicants can complete an online application along with all required documents or can submit a letter of intent. A resume and letters of recommendation are highly suggested along with a letter of intent.
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid CA or out of state Administrator Credential
Scan and attach the required items listed below to your online application. 1. Letter of introduction 2. Resume 3. Three current letters of recommendation 4. Credential, detailed copy that shows your specific credential title with details. Not the certificate copy. This can be obtained at ctc.ca.gov. 5. Unofficial Transcripts In-District applicants can complete an online application along with all required documents or can submit a letter of intent. A resume and letters of recommendation are highly suggested along with a letter of intent.
Comments and Other Information
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The Temecula Valley Unified School District Governing Board desires to provide a safe school environment that allows all individuals equal access and opportunities in the district's academic and other educational support programs, services, and activities. The Board prohibits, at any school activity or school attendance occurring within a school under the jurisdiction of the local educational agency, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and bullying by anyone based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, immigration status, nationality, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, genetic information, age, religion, religious creed, political belief or affiliation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within a school under the jurisdiction of the Superintendent. Complaints should be directed to:
Title IX Coordinator - 504 Coordinator Equity Compliance Officer
Complaints (Interim) Mr. D'Errico Dr. Michael McTasney
Michael Marble Assistant Director - Assistant Superintendent –
Marketing, Communications, Student Welfare and Success Student Support Services
& Innovation Officer 31350 Rancho Vista Road 31350 Rancho Vista Road
31350 Rancho Vista Road Temecula CA, 92592 Temecula CA, 92592
Temecula CA, 92592 504@tvusd.us Equitycompliance@tvusd.us
titleIX@tvusd.us 951-506-7982 951-506-7072
951-506-7991
Title IX Coordinator-Monitoring Title IX Coordinator-Athletics
Mr. Michael McTasney Mrs. Aimee Ricken
Assistant Superintendent - Director of
Student Support Services Education Support Services
31350 Rancho Vista Road 31350 Rancho Vista Road
Temecula CA, 92592 Temecula CA, 92592
titleIX@tvusd.us titleIX@tvusd.us
951-506-7072 951-506-7932
Comments and Other Information
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The Temecula Valley Unified School District Governing Board desires to provide a safe school environment that allows all individuals equal access and opportunities in the district's academic and other educational support programs, services, and activities. The Board prohibits, at any school activity or school attendance occurring within a school under the jurisdiction of the local educational agency, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and bullying by anyone based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, immigration status, nationality, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, genetic information, age, religion, religious creed, political belief or affiliation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within a school under the jurisdiction of the Superintendent. Complaints should be directed to:
Title IX Coordinator - 504 Coordinator Equity Compliance Officer
Complaints (Interim) Mr. D'Errico Dr. Michael McTasney
Michael Marble Assistant Director - Assistant Superintendent –
Marketing, Communications, Student Welfare and Success Student Support Services
& Innovation Officer 31350 Rancho Vista Road 31350 Rancho Vista Road
31350 Rancho Vista Road Temecula CA, 92592 Temecula CA, 92592
Temecula CA, 92592 504@tvusd.us Equitycompliance@tvusd.us
titleIX@tvusd.us 951-506-7982 951-506-7072
951-506-7991
Title IX Coordinator-Monitoring Title IX Coordinator-Athletics
Mr. Michael McTasney Mrs. Aimee Ricken
Assistant Superintendent - Director of
Student Support Services Education Support Services
31350 Rancho Vista Road 31350 Rancho Vista Road
Temecula CA, 92592 Temecula CA, 92592
titleIX@tvusd.us titleIX@tvusd.us
951-506-7072 951-506-7932
Application Deadline
9/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/14/2026
Contact
Ashley Cafaro
951-676-2661 21401
951-676-2661 21401
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$142,288 - $181,579 Annually
$142,288 - $181,579 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
2026-2027 Administrator Salary Schedule
Length of Work Year
210 days
Employment Type
Full Time
Position Information
Middle School Principal at Temecula Middle School
Note
Successful candidates for full-time positions will be required to enroll in one of the District's health insurance programs. For information click below on Health Benefits Certificated.
Year
2026-2027