SMMUSD is seeking an experienced leader and innovative educator to be Principal at Franklin Elementary School. Located in Santa Monica, and serving 590 TK-5 students, Franklin provides an exemplary and rigorous instructional program supporting each student’s ability to achieve. With excellent parent support, Franklin teachers strive to ensure all students are well-prepared to meet the challenges of the future with confidence and compassion. The ideal candidate will lead involved teachers, staff and parents to cultivate an inclusive environment where project-based and social-emotional learning are fundamental to teaching and learning.  215 days/year.  Deadline:   Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 12:00 noon.

3 years of successful school leadership experience, Assistant Principal or Principal preferred

Hold, or qualify for, valid California Administrative Services credential

About Santa Monica-Malibu USD

Located in the scenic, sea-side communities of Santa Monica and Malibu, the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is a preK-12 school district serving approximately 8,835 students. SMMUSD is a diverse community dedicated to extraordinary achievement for all while simultaneously closing the achievement gap, and committed to pursuing excellence through equity. Current priorities include social justice standards, restorative justice, project-based learning, innovative teaching and a high level of student engagement. Our schools are supported by involved parents and communities. The District has nine elementary schools, three middle schools, one alternative school (K-8), two high schools, one continuation high school, child development services and adult education programs

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