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Middle School Assistant Principal


Job Location:

Palm Springs, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 126052 - 159493
Posted: 7 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Employer

Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here!The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools five middle schools four comprehensive high schools one continuation high school alternative education programs one independent study program and several headstart/state striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body the District provides a wide array of programs including special education instruction for English Learners Career Technical Education (CTE) athletics advanced placement Title I GATE and many other is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences life experiences knowledge innovation self-expression and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture but our reputation and Districts achievement as recruiting for our District we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education opinions culture ethnicity race sex gender identity and expression nation of origin age languages spoken veterans status color religion disability sexual orientation and create deep meaningful learning opportunities build professionalism and engage parents and community to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in Student Success:We foster - A growth mindset- Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments- An every-student every-day mentality- Highly engaging learning opportunities- Instruction that is tailored to student needs- Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potentialJoin our PSUSD Team!

Requirements / Qualifications

Required:Must have valid California administrative credential authorizing service in this (5) or more years of successful teaching Degree or HIgherAdvanced Extensive background and experience in supervision curriculum and instruction guidance counseling budgeting and people personality and social capability to relate and communicate effectively with staff students and of the Target Success Sketch is required. An incomplete sketch may subject the applicant to disqualification.

  • Letter of Introduction (A personal letter of introduction indicating reasons for interest in this position)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) current letters of recommendation from direct supervisors must be within the last year) (PSUSD employees are only required (2) letters of recommendation)
  • Resume (Including background information educational experience community and professional involvement)

  • Administrative Services Credential
Requirements / Qualifications

Required:Must have valid California administrative credential authorizing service in this (5) or more years of successful teaching Degree or HIgherAdvanced Extensive background and experience in supervision curriculum and instruction guidance counseling budgeting and people personality and social capability to relate and communicate effectively with staff students and of the Target Success Sketch is required. An incomplete sketch may subject the applicant to disqualification.

  • Letter of Introduction (A personal letter of introduction indicating reasons for interest in this position)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) current letters of recommendation from direct supervisors must be within the last year) (PSUSD employees are only required (2) letters of recommendation)
  • Resume (Including background information educational experience community and professional involvement)

  • Administrative Services Credential
Comments and Other Information
Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits unlawful discrimination including discriminatory harassment intimidation and bullying of any student by anyone based on the students actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy childbirth termination of pregnancy or lactation including related medical conditions or recovery; parental marital family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP.3 5131.2 5145.3 5145.7 5145.9).Students have the right to a free public education regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX Student Rights Under Title questions or complaints contact:Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance OfficerDr. Antonia Hunt Director Title IX and Compliance Ext:ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator Laura Meusel Assistant Superintendent Student Support Services Ext:ADA/Title II Coordinator - StaffClayton Hill Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs CA 92264Notice of Title IX NondiscriminationInterview Date: November 042026
Comments and Other Information

Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits unlawful discrimination including discriminatory harassment intimidation and bullying of any student by anyone based on the students actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy childbirth termination of pregnancy or lactation including related medical conditions or recovery; parental marital family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP.3 5131.2 5145.3 5145.7 5145.9).Students have the right to a free public education regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX Student Rights Under Title questions or complaints contact:Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance OfficerDr. Antonia Hunt Director Title IX and Compliance Ext:ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator Laura Meusel Assistant Superintendent Student Support Services Ext:ADA/Title II Coordinator - StaffClayton Hill Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs CA 92264Notice of Title IX NondiscriminationInterview Date: November 042026
Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only.

Required Experience:

Junior IC


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Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here! The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternat ... View more

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