Elementary Assistant Principal (Cesar Chavez Elementary School) at Coachella Valley Unified School District
About the Employer
Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea. The district currently operates fifteen elementary schools, three middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one adult school. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a growing reputation for innovative programs and outstanding staff. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a large Latino and English Learner population that has made tremendous improvements in student achievement in the past few years. We are proud of the accomplishments of our students, teachers, staff, parents and the community that has made that achievement possible. Our district faces some very tough challenges in educating the children of the Coachella Valley. We remain convinced that we can and will continue to improve our educational outcomes so that more of our students go on to college and become respected and respectful members of our diverse global society. Education is the ticket to the future and we are working diligently to make sure that we provide students with opportunities to excel and to prosper.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Elementary Assistant Principal is responsible for providing instructional leadership to ensure all students are provided a challenging core curriculum and meet state and district standards and expectations. The Elementary Assistant Principal will assist in planning, directing, and supervising the activities of an elementary school, including specific assignments such as: supervision of students, student discipline, supervision of staff, coaching on best practices, local and state testing, and parent engagement. The Elementary Assistant Principal also assists in the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of supplemental programs and services focused on increasing academic achievement and closing achievement gaps.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDJOIN online Application Attachments: Letter of Interest/Introduction Resume 3 current letters of recommendation within the last 12 months, one being from current supervisor Note: Internal candidates do not need to submit letters of recommendation
Job Requirements: 1. Experience: Five (5) years successful teaching experience preferred. 2. Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning preferred; Additional coursework/advanced study in the areas of administration and/or supervision, preferred. Official Transcripts. 3. Valid California Teaching Credential 4. Valid California Administrative Services Credential *see attached application for other details ** Intern Eligible Candidates Welcome to Apply
Requirements / Qualifications
EDJOIN online Application Attachments: Letter of Interest/Introduction Resume 3 current letters of recommendation within the last 12 months, one being from current supervisor Note: Internal candidates do not need to submit letters of recommendation
Job Requirements: 1. Experience: Five (5) years successful teaching experience preferred. 2. Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning preferred; Additional coursework/advanced study in the areas of administration and/or supervision, preferred. Official Transcripts. 3. Valid California Teaching Credential 4. Valid California Administrative Services Credential *see attached application for other details ** Intern Eligible Candidates Welcome to Apply
Comments and Other Information
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
(Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973)
The Coachella Valley Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The district assures that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in District Programs. Complaints of unlawful discrimination are investigated through the Uniform Complaint Policy and Procedures.
Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Civil Rights and Title IX & Compliance Officer Michael Tittnich at (760) 848-1081. The district’s 504 Coordinator is Julissa Hernandez, Director of Student Support Services and can be reached at (760) 848-1156.
Complete District policies on non-discrimination and sexual harassment are available through the Human Resources Department office or online at?Gamut Policy
(BP 1312.3, AR1312.3, BP 4030, BP 0410, BP 4319.11, BP 5145.3, BP 5131.2, BP 5145.3, AR 5145.3 )
The Human Resources Services Staff is committed to providing quality services to all employees, applicants, and members of the public.
Comments and Other Information
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
(Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973)
The Coachella Valley Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The district assures that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in District Programs. Complaints of unlawful discrimination are investigated through the Uniform Complaint Policy and Procedures.
Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Civil Rights and Title IX & Compliance Officer Michael Tittnich at (760) 848-1081. The district’s 504 Coordinator is Julissa Hernandez, Director of Student Support Services and can be reached at (760) 848-1156.
Complete District policies on non-discrimination and sexual harassment are available through the Human Resources Department office or online at?Gamut Policy
(BP 1312.3, AR1312.3, BP 4030, BP 0410, BP 4319.11, BP 5145.3, BP 5131.2, BP 5145.3, AR 5145.3 )
The Human Resources Services Staff is committed to providing quality services to all employees, applicants, and members of the public.
Application Deadline
11/24/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
11/10/2026
Contact
Yvonne Gonzalez
760-848-1091
760-848-1091
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$11,129.00 - $13,989.00 Monthly
$11,129.00 - $13,989.00 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Row 26 of the Certificated Management Salary Schedule
Length of Work Year
11 Months 214 days 8 hours
Employment Type
Full Time