Associate Principal (228-Days): Assignment at Garfield High School- REPOST

San Diego Unified School District•San Diego, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a REPOST of a recruitment from early November 2025. Candidates who have already applied do not need to re-apply (the previously submitted application will be active for this recruitment). This opportunity is open ONLY to candidates that have already participated and passed the Associate Principal Level I interview process and have been pre-qualified to be considered for Associate Principal positions with San Diego Unified School District, as of September 1, 2025. ONLY candidates that have received communication from Human Resources of their eligibility for the Associate Principal Pre-Qualification Pool will be considered for this vacancy. OVERVIEW: San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for leaders who care deeply for students, inspire passion in their coworkers through collaborative leadership, and are committed to the communities in which they serve. The District seeks leaders who are committed to educational equity and work to create access and opportunity for our students furthest from education justice. Successful candidates must demonstrate their skill as an instructional leader, a firm understanding of school operations, as well as the capacity to build strong relationships with all partners within a school community. BASIC FUNCTION: The Associate Principal will act as co-administrator with the school Principal performing duties as assigned by the Principal involving major portions of school operation and to assume administrative responsibility for the school in the absence of the Principal; serve as the primary administrator for summer / extended learning programs as assigned. DIVERSITY STATEMENT: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.

Requirements

Any combination of education, training, or experience equivalent to three years of effective teaching experience and site leadership experience as well as a thorough knowledge of instructional strategies.
Valid California Administrative Services Credential.

Responsibilities

Serve as a co-administrator and instructional leader on one or more school campuses.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure the integrity of the instructional program.
Build relationships in order to support the skill development of certificated and classified staff.
Develop school plans and organizational procedures to protect the health and safety of students and staff on campus.