Principal, Murrieta Valley High School, 2024/25 School Year

About the Employer

Welcome to the Murrieta Valley Unified School District, a 2018 California Exemplary School District! Thank you for your interest in joining MVUSD, a student-centered district of choice in south Riverside County.

We proudly educate over 23,000 students from transitional kindergarten through high school with rigorous academic programs designed to help every student succeed. We inspire students to participate in our highly acclaimed visual and performing arts programs, championship athletic programs and nationally recognized student activity programs. Highly qualified teachers and staff provide a world-class education that integrates academic and vocational skills and prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of a competitive global society.

The district also offers adult and community education, early childhood education, child care and a parent center. MVUSD strives to recruit and retain the very best candidates who will inspire every student to think, to learn, to achieve, to care.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Secondary Education, the High School Principal is expected to be an educational leader who possesses administrative skills to promote the educational development of each student at Murrieta Valley High School. The Principal is responsible for ensuring high levels of learning for all students by overseeing programs at the school sites and coordinating with district.

The Principal guides collaborative teams to support the needs of students in a manner that is consistent with the MVUSD vision, mission, and strategic goals. The Principal has a commitment to collective inquiry and reflection on results of student achievement to improve student learning. The Principal is responsible for school-wide leadership and the supervision of staff.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (May include, but is not limited to the following): 1. Provide instructional leadership and foster a culture of inclusion for all stakeholders. 2. Create conditions that support ongoing professional growth for all staff. 3.

Model, monitor and enforce expectations that contribute to a safe and positive environment. 4. Manage school resources with fidelity. 5. Apply District policies and procedures to specific situations. 6.

Manage and resolve conflicts and crises arising among students, parents, staff. 7. Assist staff in case management of IEPs of special needs students. 8. Maintain standards and resolve issues related to student conduct. 9.

Communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written forms. 10. Coordinate services and programs with outside agencies for student services. 11. Provide leadership to staff in developing curriculum for all students including special education students based on California Content Standards. 12.

Effectively and efficiently supervise a variety of personnel. 13. Facilitate open communication and understanding by fostering the principles of shared leadership.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1. Master's Degree or higher degree from an accredited college and a Valid California Administrative Service Credential 2.

Valid California Teaching Credential or Valid Pupil Personnel Service Credential 3. Four (4) or more years of successful Teaching and/or Pupil Personnel experience, preferably at the high school level. 4. Three (3) or more years of successful administrative experience, preferably at the high school level. 5.

Successful prior experience as a principal or assistant principal is desirable. REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: 1.

All internal (current MVUSD employee) candidate applications MUST be accompanied by the items listed below.

No paper applications or additional documents will be accepted. a. Complete Edjoin application b. Letter of Introduction/Intent c.

Resume d. Valid California Administrative Service Credential document from CTC: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/commission/lookup 2. All external (non MVUSD employee) candidate applications MUST be accompanied by the items listed below.

No paper applications or additional documents will be accepted. a. Letter of Introduction/Intent b. Resume c.

Three Letters of Recommendation. Current letters are expected d. Valid California Administrative Service Credential document from CTC: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/commission/lookup e.

Valid California Teaching Credential or Valid Pupil Personnel Service Credential document from CTC: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/commission/lookup f. Transcripts g. Complete Edjoin Application NOTE: 1.

All new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States. 2. FINGERPRINTING FOR CONDUCTING A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION IS REQUIRED and completed upon offer of employment. POSITION START DATE: July 1, 2024

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1. Master's Degree or higher degree from an accredited college and a Valid California Administrative Service Credential 2.

Valid California Teaching Credential or Valid Pupil Personnel Service Credential 3. Four (4) or more years of successful Teaching and/or Pupil Personnel experience, preferably at the high school level. 4. Three (3) or more years of successful administrative experience, preferably at the high school level. 5.

Successful prior experience as a principal or assistant principal is desirable. REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: 1.

All internal (current MVUSD employee) candidate applications MUST be accompanied by the items listed below.

No paper applications or additional documents will be accepted. a. Complete Edjoin application b. Letter of Introduction/Intent c.

Resume d. Valid California Administrative Service Credential document from CTC: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/commission/lookup 2. All external (non MVUSD employee) candidate applications MUST be accompanied by the items listed below.

No paper applications or additional documents will be accepted. a. Letter of Introduction/Intent b. Resume c.

Three Letters of Recommendation. Current letters are expected d. Valid California Administrative Service Credential document from CTC: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/commission/lookup e.

Valid California Teaching Credential or Valid Pupil Personnel Service Credential document from CTC: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/commission/lookup f. Transcripts g. Complete Edjoin Application NOTE: 1.

All new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States. 2. FINGERPRINTING FOR CONDUCTING A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION IS REQUIRED and completed upon offer of employment. POSITION START DATE: July 1, 2024

Comments and Other Information

The Murrieta Valley Unified School District is looking for a dynamic leader who will continue the legacy of success for students, educators, and community members to expand school connectedness and a culture of inclusiveness at Murrieta Valley High School (MVHS). The next Principal will build on the academic success of its students and expand pathways to college and career as well as promote participation of all student programs. Murrieta Valley High School has long played a significant role in expanding outcomes for learners and building equity within the Murrieta Valley Unified School District.

The school has an ongoing commitment to making the necessary changes and innovations to bring about new levels of student success and develop graduates who positively contribute to community and society. MVHS is a California Distinguished School, a four-year comprehensive high school fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. MVHS offers students an excellent academic program, an award-winning student activities program, and an outstanding interscholastic athletic program.