Principal, Special Education School (ID 3092)

San Diego County Office Of Education•San Diego, CA

12h

About The Position

The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting a Principal, Special Education School for the South County SELPA department within the Student Services and Programs division. The role directs overall school-site operations, services, and staff; supports the instructional process; provides information and resources; enforces established policies and regulatory requirements; coordinates school activities; and addresses issues and situations arising on campus or involving enrolled students. The Principal will provide leadership to establish and build effective practices for the new South County SELPA Academy. The Academy serves students whose behavioral and mental health needs cannot be fully met in a traditional school setting. Its mission is to provide a nurturing, structured, and supportive learning environment through integrated academic instruction and targeted social-emotional and behavioral supports, helping students develop self-regulation, relationship, and problem-solving skills for a successful transition back to their schools of residence. The Academy uses individualized academic instruction, therapeutic support, and a trauma-informed, restorative approach to Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).

Requirements

Master's degree in a job-related area, or equivalent education and experience.
Three years of increasingly responsible educational administrative services experience in a school setting, including responsibility for coaching and evaluating teaching staff.
Administrative Services Credential.
Valid California credentials are required at the time of hire.
Certain assignments may require fluency in American Sign Language.
Applicants must submit a resume, letter of introduction, three letters of recommendation written for this position, and copies of applicable credentials, degree transcripts, and certifications.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in instructional leadership and/or organizational change as part of the stated equivalency pathway.
Additional certifications the applicant would like considered.

Responsibilities

Direct overall school-site operations, services, and staff.
Provide support for the instructional process.
Provide information and serve as a resource to others.
Enforce established policies and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate school activities.
Address issues, situations, and problems arising on campus or involving enrolled students.
Provide leadership to instill and build effective practices for the new South County SELPA Academy.