Elementary School Principal

Elementary School Principal at Palm Springs Unified School District

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Application Deadline

9/10/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted

8/17/2026

Contact

Cristal Riccio

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$138,557 - $176,098 Annually

Length of Work Year

212 days per year

Employment Type

Full Time

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 preschools. In 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 services. It 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 District's achievement as well. In 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, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. We 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 potential Join our PSUSD Team!

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Requirements / Qualifications

Valid California administrative credential authorizing service in this position. Five (5) or more years successful teaching experience or related experience, and a minimum of two (2) years successful administrative experience. Master's Degree or Higher Character, personality, and social capability to relate and communicate effectively with staff, students, and community. Desired: Extensive background and experience in employee supervision, curriculum and instruction, counseling, budgeting, and instructional technology. Additional graduate work in administration. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and a wide variety of community groups and organizations. Completion of the Target Success Sketch is required. An incomplete sketch may subject the applicant to disqualification.

• Letter of Introduction (A personal letter of application 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 (Resume including background information, educational experience, community and professional involvement)
• Administrative Services Credential (Administrative Services Credential)

Requirements / Qualifications

Valid California administrative credential authorizing service in this position. Five (5) or more years successful teaching experience or related experience, and a minimum of two (2) years successful administrative experience. Master's Degree or Higher Character, personality, and social capability to relate and communicate effectively with staff, students, and community. Desired: Extensive background and experience in employee supervision, curriculum and instruction, counseling, budgeting, and instructional technology. Additional graduate work in administration. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and a wide variety of community groups and organizations. Completion of the Target Success Sketch is required. An incomplete sketch may subject the applicant to disqualification.

• Letter of Introduction (A personal letter of application 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 (Resume including background information, educational experience, community and professional involvement)
• Administrative Services Credential (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 student's 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 410, 1312.3, 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 IX. For questions or complaints, contact: Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director - Title IX and Compliance 760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026 ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator Laura Meusel, Assistant Superintendent, Student Support Services 760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102 ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264 Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination In person Interview Date: September 17, 2026

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 student's 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 410, 1312.3, 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 IX. For questions or complaints, contact: Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director - Title IX and Compliance 760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026 ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator Laura Meusel, Assistant Superintendent, Student Support Services 760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102 ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264 Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination In person Interview Date: September 17, 2026

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