Assistant Principals (2026-27)

About the role

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.

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
• Cook up and supervise the 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
• Cook up and supervise the transportation and supervise classified personnel within this department
• Oversee scheduling of field trips
• Avoidance of developing and maintaining the school budget
• Avoidance of developing and managing the 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

• 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*
• 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
• Be bilingual in English/Spanish (highly desirable)
• Have excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills
• Have experience working in an entrepreneurial environment
• Be passionate about improving urban high and middle schools and driving education reform
• Be 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
• Be knowledgeable about athletic rules (i.e., NCAA regulations, CIF, etc.)
• Be 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

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.

Compensation

The current Assistant Principal salary scale ranges from $103,000 - $155,344, based on experience (visit here to view our current School Leader salary scale).

Benefits

• 217-day work year
• Full-time employees are eligible to participate in Green Dot’s benefit plans, effective on the first of the month following their date of hire
• No-cost premium (for employee only) and low-cost premium (for entire family) HMO option via Anthem Vivity - a network that includes some of the best hospitals in the nation (Cedars Sinai, Huntington Memorial, Torrance Memorial, UCLA and more)
• Medical PPO and EPO options (visit here for more information)
• Dental and vision care coverage (100% employer-paid options)
• Employee Assistance Program (100% employer-paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)
• Optional Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% employer-paid)
• Wellness programs and resources
• Financial planning/coaching access
• Access to Student Loan forgiveness
• California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) participation, with both employee and employer contributions
• Potential opportunities for paid stipend work (as needed by each school site)
• Approved family care and/or medical leave (unpaid)