Sara Coughlin Elementary School - Principal

Los Angeles Unified School District

9d • $136,880 - $170,744 • Onsite

About The Position

The Los Angeles Unified School District seeks an outstanding elementary Principal to lead the students, staff, families, and community of Sara Coughlin Elementary School toward continued academic growth and success. Sara Coughlin Elementary School is a small gem nestled in the heart of Pacoima. This PK-5 comprehensive, schoolwide Title I elementary school operates on a traditional calendar and serves approximately 388 students. As part of LAUSD Region North, Coughlin Elementary is committed to providing a rigorous academic program in a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where all students are challenged and supported to achieve at high levels. The school is focused on accelerating student achievement through high-quality, standards-based instruction, consistent implementation of District-adopted curriculum, targeted intervention, data-driven decision-making, and a strong culture of continuous improvement. The student population is approximately 93% Hispanic, 2% Black/African American, 1% White, and less than 1% American Indian/Alaska Native, with the remaining students identified in other or unspecified categories. Additionally, approximately 23% of students are English Learners, 18% receive Special Education services, and 6% participate in Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) programs. Through strong partnerships with families and the community, Sara Coughlin Elementary supports the academic, social, and emotional growth of every student.

Requirements

• Eight years of successful full-time public school district certificated service
• A minimum of three years of experience as a teacher in a K-12 program
• A minimum of two years of experience in an elementary school
• Two years of service in a position that required and utilized an administrative credential, such as assistant principal or equivalent position.
• A valid California teaching credential requiring a Bachelor's degree and a program of professional preparation, including student teaching
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential
• Multicultural coursework
• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• District Master Plan requirements
• Candidates must be in the appropriate LAUSD eligible pool for the position or currently serving in the class for which they are applying. In order to be placed in the eligible pool, candidates must successfully complete the appropriate LAUSD Aspiring Administrator Program. Qualified applicants not in an eligible pool from within or outside LAUSD may be considered if fewer than five applicants from the eligible pool apply for the position.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable to effectively engage and communicate with the school’s families and community.

Responsibilities

• Develop teacher capacity through meaningful professional learning, classroom observation and actionable feedback, and consistent monitoring of District-adopted curriculum and instructional pacing.
• Promote rigorous, engaging instruction that includes opportunities for student discourse, writing, critical thinking, and productive struggle.
• Establish high expectations, promote equity, build strong relationships with families and staff, and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to improve outcomes for every student.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal