Arcata High School Principal

Job Summary

Job Summary

2024-25 School Year Health and Welfare included Position extended: Open Until Filled The Northern Humboldt Union High School District comprises two four-year high schools, Arcata High and McKinleyville High; two small continuation high schools, Pacific Coast High and Mad River High; and one charter school, Six Rivers Charter High.

The district sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people, who call the Arcata area Goudi'ni, which means over in the woods. Arcata, known for its beautiful redwoods, dramatic coastal landscape and an abundance of working artists, is located about 285 miles north of San Francisco and about 90 miles south of Oregon in Humboldt County. The major industries include forest products, agriculture, fishing and tourism.

The recently reinvented California Polytechnic University, Humboldt and College of the Redwoods contribute greatly to the cultural and educational opportunities of the county. CalPoly Humboldt is also a Hispanic Serving Institution. In addition, Humboldt County is home to several indigenous communities, including the two largest tribes in California, the Yurok tribe and Hoopa tribe.

With a moderate coastal climate, good air quality and great recreational opportunities, Arcata is truly a delightful place to live and work. There has been strong Board, community and faculty involvement and support for the District schools. The District's goal is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed in an information society including: liberal arts and sciences, analytical thinking, real world problem solving, and use of technology all within a system that strives to create equitable outcomes for all students.

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Requirements / Qualifications

All applications will be held in strict confidence and are to be sent to: Tammy Pires, Superintendent's Secretary Northern Humboldt Union High School District 2755 McKinleyville Avenue McKinleyville, CA 95519 tpires@nohum.k12.ca.us (707) 839-6481 All papers must be received by 3 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024, including: • Completed NHUHSD certificated application form. • A personal letter of application stating reasons for your interest in the Arcata High Principal position. • A resume providing biographical information about educational preparation, experience, and achievement(s). • A minimum of three, and not more than five, current letters of professional reference regarding your performance in current and previous positions. • References, including comprehensive background checks, will be required of all finalists. • Please do not forward a confidential file. (It may be requested of finalists only.) All materials will be treated confidentially.

Credential: Valid California credential authorizing service as an administrator at the secondary school level.

Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred; training in the broad aspects of school administration with emphasis on secondary school administration and curriculum development required. Experience: Three to five years of successful teaching and administrative experience at the secondary school level; experience in curriculum development is desirable.

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