Middle School Principal - 2025-2026 School Year
Apply NowCompany: Orinda Union School District
Location: Orinda, CA 94563
Description:
About the Employer
The Orinda Union School District (OUSD) consists of five schools serving students in grades TK-8, with a total enrollment of approximately 2,500 students. Orinda is a small, vibrant, and increasingly diverse suburban community, known for its strong commitment to education and the success of its top-ranked schools. Our schools have earned multiple California Distinguished School Awards and have been recognized with both California and National Blue Ribbon status. Orinda is fortunate to benefit from exceptional support from parents and the community, as demonstrated by the passage of local bonds and parcel tax measures. These investments ensure that our campus facilities are as outstanding as the teaching and learning taking place within our classrooms. At OUSD, we are dedicated to providing each student with an exceptional educational experience. We believe in working together to address systemic challenges to educational equity, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive. We invite you to be a part of our dynamic team!
Job Summary
Beginning July 17, 2025, the Orinda USD is seeking a dynamic and visionary principal with a proven record in educational leadership and a commitment to cultivating a positive, inclusive school culture. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional instructional leadership, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, students, and parents. A proven track record of implementing innovative strategies to improve student achievement is essential. Experience in facilitating and supporting dynamic Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) is highly valued. The successful candidate will also have a deep understanding of middle school teaching and learning and data-driven decision-making to guide Orinda Intermediate School toward continued excellence. Additionally, the candidate should be committed to contributing to and being an integral part of a collaborative, close-knit administrative team within the district. Work year is 215 days.
Requirements / Qualifications
The Orinda Union School District (OUSD) consists of five schools serving students in grades TK-8, with a total enrollment of approximately 2,500 students. Orinda is a small, vibrant, and increasingly diverse suburban community, known for its strong commitment to education and the success of its top-ranked schools. Our schools have earned multiple California Distinguished School Awards and have been recognized with both California and National Blue Ribbon status. Orinda is fortunate to benefit from exceptional support from parents and the community, as demonstrated by the passage of local bonds and parcel tax measures. These investments ensure that our campus facilities are as outstanding as the teaching and learning taking place within our classrooms. At OUSD, we are dedicated to providing each student with an exceptional educational experience. We believe in working together to address systemic challenges to educational equity, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive. We invite you to be a part of our dynamic team!
Job Summary
Beginning July 17, 2025, the Orinda USD is seeking a dynamic and visionary principal with a proven record in educational leadership and a commitment to cultivating a positive, inclusive school culture. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional instructional leadership, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, students, and parents. A proven track record of implementing innovative strategies to improve student achievement is essential. Experience in facilitating and supporting dynamic Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) is highly valued. The successful candidate will also have a deep understanding of middle school teaching and learning and data-driven decision-making to guide Orinda Intermediate School toward continued excellence. Additionally, the candidate should be committed to contributing to and being an integral part of a collaborative, close-knit administrative team within the district. Work year is 215 days.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume