Van Nuys Elementary - Principal

INFORMATION ON SCHOOL SITE(S):

VAN NUYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL, ELEMENTARY

Van Nuys Elementary is a Community School on a traditional calendar. We are a school-wide Title I school that serves approximately 460 students in UTK through Grade 5.

Van Nuys Elementary Community School has a strong academic program focused on meeting the individual needs of all students. We create opportunities for our students to feel supported, enjoy learning, and to reach their full potential. Van Nuys has hardworking, dedicated, and proactive teachers and staff who serve the community and students’ academic, social, physical, and emotional needs.

As a community school, we strive to provide a learning environment where all children can learn and thrive and for our school to be the hub for the community where families access health, social-emotional, mental health, and enrichment support for students. The following four tenets guide our work: Integrated Student Supports, Expanded Learning Time and Opportunities, Family and Community Engagement, and Collaborative Leadership and Practice.

Our student population, which draws from our immediate and surrounding communities, is approximately 90% Latino, 3% White, 1% Black, and 1% Pacific Islander/Filipino/Asian. 50% of students qualify as English Learners and 14% as students with special needs. The school is located at 6464 Sylmar Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91401.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

We are seeking an exceptional candidate for the position of Principal who embodies strong instructional leadership and possesses a passion for supporting growth in teaching and learning. As an instructional leader, the candidate should have an understanding of best practices in education and the ability to guide teachers in implementing these practices in their classrooms. They should be adept in analyzing student data, identifying areas for improvement, and designing targeted interventions to address student needs.

The candidate should have knowledge of the LAUSD Teaching and Learning Framework and be skilled in providing constructive feedback and support to teachers, helping them enhance their instructional strategies and improve student outcome. They should have a collaborative approach, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth among the teaching staff.

The candidate should also demonstrate professionalism, strong communication and listening skills; welcome faculty input in decision making; possess excellent planning and organizational skills; have the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively; use creativity to solve problems; and be committed to working collaboratively with all stakeholders.

SALARY:

SALARY: 42G - E Basis ($129,897 - $162,207) – 234 paid days

• For employees who change basis during the school year, this basis change may prevent them from earning a full year of service credit.  
• For an annualized employee who is changing basis during the year, this change may result in an annualized “settlement” (i.e., the process by which the District resolves an under or overpayment).
• Selected individual may be subject to displacement due to norm allocation and seniority based RIF provisions or due to budget limitations.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (PUBLIC SCHOOL SETTING):

• Eight years of successful full-time public school district certificated service
• A minimum of three years of experience as a teacher in a K-12 program
• A minimum of two years of experience in an elementary school
• Two years of service in a position that required and utilized an administrative credential, such as assistant principal or equivalent position

Employees who have been issued a below standard Performance Evaluation, or Notice of Unsatisfactory Act(s) and/or Suspension shall be ineligible for application to any promotion process for one calendar year following the issuance of such a Notice

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

(All minimum requirements must be met on or before the filing deadline.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that documentation of minimum requirements is on file with the Human Resources Administrative Selection Unit. For information on submitting your documentation, please call (213) 241-6886)

• A valid California teaching credential requiring a Bachelor's degree and a program of professional preparation, including student teaching
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential                                    • Multicultural coursework*
• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university               • District Master Plan requirements*

*Candidates have one year to complete this requirement

For all school based administrative positions, candidates must be in the appropriate LAUSD eligible pool for the position or currently serving in the class for which they are applying. In order to be placed in the eligible pool, candidates must successfully complete the appropriate LAUSD Aspiring Administrator Program.  Qualified applicants not in an eligible pool from within or outside LAUSD may be considered if fewer than five applicants from the eligible pool apply for the position.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To be considered, you must submit the following:

1. Letter of Intent that describes successful experience in the following areas:
   • Instructional Leadership: Share your experience promoting effective teaching practices, improving student outcomes, and creating a positive learning environment. Highlight your ability to inspire teachers, collaborate with staff, and drive continuous improvement
   • Teacher Coaching and Development: Demonstrate your expertise in coaching and supporting teachers, providing constructive feedback, implementing professional growth plans, and fostering a culture of collaboration and development
   • Family and Community Engagement: Share your experience working with parents and the community for the purpose of increasing student and school achievement. Highlight your ability to partner with diverse communities or parent groups to increase parent engagement
2. Current resume (include employee number, if a District employee)
3. Upload as a separate attachment list of four (4) references with valid contact information including your current supervisor, classified staff member, parent/community member, and teacher.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY, PLEASE CONTACT:

Jane Ajifu, Office Technician

Region North

(818) 252-5400

DEADLINE: AUGUST 7, 2025

The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotions

Non-Discrimination Policy