High School Principal

de Toledo High School

de Toledo High School

Administration
West Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA
USD 175k-210k / year
Posted on Oct 27, 2025
STRONG, VISIBLE LEADERSHIPReporting to our Head of School, de Toledo High School’s next principal will provide strong, visible leadership that aligns with our mission, vision, and values. This individual will be entrusted to promote a culture of academic excellence, continuous innovation, as well as student and faculty well-being.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLeadership & Vision:- Provide strong, visible leadership aligned with the school’s mission, vision, and values- Promote a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and student well-being- Serve as the primary educational leader, guiding instructional programs and practicesFaculty Management & Development:- Recruit and recommend hiring to the Head of School- Create a culture for the retention of exceptional faculty- Observe, supervise, and help evaluate all faculty to support instructional effectiveness- Collaborate with the Director of Faculty Development on orientation, professional development, and staff training- Collaborate with, support, and supervise Department Chairs to ensure instructional consistency and excellenceAcademic Program Oversight:- Oversee curriculum articulation with partner schools in coordination with Department Chairs- Partner with Department Chairs to develop innovative curricular and extracurricular programs to meet diverse student needs- Ensure timely and accurate preparation and distribution of report cards and related communicationsStudent Experience & Programs:- Partner with program directors to oversee arts, athletics, global education, college counseling, and other co-curricular initiatives- Manage student attendance records, master schedules, and key school events (e.g., Curriculum Evening)- Create systems to support smooth operations across all school programsCommunity & Parent Engagement:- Ensure consistent, transparent, and respectful communication between parents and teachers- Foster strong partnerships with familiesOperations & Collaboration:- Coordinate with CFOO, Marketing Director, HR Director, Facilities Director, Director of Development, and other department heads to align academic and operational priorities- Address issues promptly and effectively, keeping the Head of School informed- Be a visible presence in classrooms, hallways, and events to build relationships and address concerns in real time- Collaborate with the admissions department overseeing acceptancesQualifications:- Proven leadership experience in a school setting, preferably high school; extensive prior experience in education, including classroom teaching- Strategic leader who can inspire staff, students, and parents toward a shared vision- Strong communication skills (including public speaking); ability to build positive relationships across the community- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; excellent advisement and mediation skills- Ability to make sound decisions in the best interest of the school and students- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and holistic student development- Master’s degree in Education, Education Administration, Educational Leadership, or related field preferredSalary Range: $175,000 - $210,000 DOEFor More Information: https://www.flipsnack.com/detoledohs/principalsearch_r2_spreadsHOW TO APPLY: Please email a cover letter and resume to careers@dths.org. Candidates selected to move forward may be asked for references, responses to writing prompts, and to engage in a formal interview process.