Assistant Principals (2026-27)

Thank you for your interest. If you are a Green Dot internal employee, please apply using the Jobs Hub on the Workday Home Page. If you are a Green Dot contract/independent worker, please apply through the External Posting URL. OPPORTUNITY We are seeking talented educational leaders with a desire to foster high levels of academic achievement in urban middle and high schools. Assistant Principals aid in leading a comprehensive middle or high school and are held accountable for delivering student results in line with agreed upon goals. Visit https://greendot.org/lead-at-green-dot/ to learn more about what it is like to be an administrator at Green Dot and view our competitive salary scale. Our school locations can be seen at https://tinyurl.com/mub9tvxy. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES > Serve as administrator and integral part of the instructional leadership of the school, direct and supervise the curriculum and guidance program of the school  > Responsible for student discipline and attendance  > Evaluate and supervise school curriculum and instructional program with all departments  > Coordinate and supervise safety plan (crisis team, building inspection, building keys and inventory, compliance laws)  > Supervise and evaluate the performance of classified and certificated personnel  > For high schools, coordinate and supervise the Athletic Director and the school’s athletic program  > Coordinate transportation and supervise classified personnel within this department.  > Oversee scheduling of field trips  > Assist in developing and maintaining the school budget  > Assist with the development of a master class schedule  > Available for contact with parents, students and staff to discuss student progress and problems after class, at night or on weekends (via cell phone or in person)  > Maintain work hours extending beyond school hours for other professional duties or functions such as staff meetings, supervision of student events, etc.  > Maintain professional standards and a school environment that is productive, safe and focused  > Participate in Green Dot and individual professional development  > Participate in other events aimed at promoting or developing our organization and schools (e.g., student recruitment)  > Oversee community engagement and parent participation  QUALIFICATIONS As an ideal candidate, you  > possess a growth mindset and love of learning  > hold a valid CA Clear Single Subject, Education Specialist or Multiple Subject teaching credential; or a Pupil Personnel Services credential in School Counseling; or an equivalent out-of-state credential which is transferable to California   > hold a valid CA Administrative Services credential (or Certificate of Eligibility); an equivalent out-of-state credential which is transferable to California, or are enrolled in a CA Administrative Services credential program > have a minimum of 5 years of teaching or counseling experience at the middle or high school level*, with a history of improving student achievement  > have prior experience as an Assistant Principal or in other leadership roles (mentor teacher, department chair, etc.)  > have proven management and leadership capabilities, as well as team-building skills  > have experience managing budgets, creating and implementing policies and demonstrated ability in creating and managing systems  > are bilingual in English/Spanish (highly desirable)  > have excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills  > have experience working in an entrepreneurial environment  > are passionate about improving urban high and middle schools and driving education reform  > are knowledgeable about bilingual education  > can establish/foster a positive and safe school culture   > have experience planning and implementing quality professional development, as well as coaching teachers  > have demonstrated ability to strategically engage stakeholders  > have demonstrated ability in conflict resolution  > have experience in making data-driven decisions  > are knowledgeable about athletic rules (i.e., NCAA regulations, CIF, etc.).  > are dependable, humble, have a sense of humor and a rock-solid commitment to Green Dot’s mission and the communities we serve   > will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offer *To be considered for an Administrator position, the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (https://www.ctc.ca.gov/) requires five (5) years of successful, full-time experience in a public school, nonpublic school, or private school of equivalent status located in California or another state, or a combination of experience earned in California and another state.  JOB REQUIREMENTS > Work Hours: This position requires consistent attendance during scheduled hours, as flexibility is limited by classroom or operational requirements. > Breaks: Breaks are structured within the workday and must align with operational needs and student care requirements. Extended or frequent breaks may not be feasible in this setting. > Physical Requirements: The position may require certain physical abilities, such as interacting with students, or moving through various parts of the school. > Social Requirements: The position requires extensive interaction with students, colleagues, and members of the public. > On-Site Presence: This role requires regular, in-person attendance to meet the needs of students, staff, and the school environment. Remote work/telecommuting is generally not an option. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to perform the job. COMPENSATION Our current Assistant Principal salary scale ranges from $103,000 - $155,344, based on experience (visit https://greendot.org/lead-at-green-dot/ to view our current School Leader salary scale). 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