Assistant Principal - La Mesa Elementary School (TK-8)

Assistant Principal Position at La Mesa TK-8 School

Lead with Purpose at La Mesa TK-8 School: Seeking a Visionary Assistant Principal La Mesa Elementary is seeking a collaborative, student-centered, and equity-driven Assistant Principal to join our leadership team and help advance academic excellence, belonging, and opportunity for all students. La Mesa is a high-performing school where students consistently outperform state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics. We are committed to providing rigorous, student-centered instruction while fostering a culture where every child is supported, challenged, and treated with dignity, respect, and care. Our school proudly serves one of the most diverse student populations in the district, with more than 40 languages and dialects represented and a large military-connected community. As a recognized Purple Star School, we are dedicated to meeting the unique academic and social-emotional needs of military families and ensuring that every student feels seen, valued, and supported. The Ideal Candidate Builds strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families Champions equity, inclusion, and access for all learners Supports high-quality instruction through coaching, collaboration, and continuous improvement Uses data to inform decisions and improve student outcomes Promotes a positive school culture through restorative and student-centered practices Values and celebrates cultural, linguistic, and experiential diversity We are seeking an Assistant Principal who is ready to lead alongside a dedicated team, engage authentically with our community, and contribute to meaningful and lasting impact. This role is for a leader who understands that schools can be powerful places of learning, belonging, opportunity, and transformation. At La Mesa, we believe diversity is our strength, relationships are the foundation of our success, and every student can achieve at high levels.

Requirements / Qualifications

ALL CANDIDATES must submit an EdJoin electronic application and all required documents listed below: Letter of Introduction Resume Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three signed and dated within the past two years.) SC1A- Administrative Services Credential (Valid CA Credential ) OR SC1B- Administrative Services Credential (Examination) (Valid CA Credential ) OR Administrative Services Certificate of Eligibility You will receive an automated email from VidCruiter containing a link to complete a video prescreening interview. This link will be sent directly to the email address provided in your application. Please complete the prescreening promptly to keep your application moving forward.

• Credential Copy (Administrative Services)
• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three Current)
• Resume (Updated)

The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. MPUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, political affiliation or activity, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the following individuals at the MPUSD District Office at 700 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940: Title IX Officer and Title VI Officer: Dr. Manny Nunez, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io, email: View email address on click.appcast.io ) or visit for more information. Title II Coordinator: Katie Rivera, Senior Director, Special Education Services (phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io, email: View email address on click.appcast.io). Title V and 504 Coordinator: Donnie Everett, Assistant Superintendent, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io, email: View email address on click.appcast.io). Title 5 Officer: Ryan Altemeyer, Associate Superintendent, Business Services (phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io, email: View email address on click.appcast.io)