About the Employer
The Sweetwater Union High School District serves a vibrant and diverse border community and is committed to preparing students for success in college, career, and future success. Serving approximately 34,000 students in grades 7 through 12 and more than 10,000 adult learners, the district offers rigorous diverse academic pathways, career technical education programs, arts opportunities, and student leadership experiences designed to support every learner.
Founded in 1920, the Sweetwater District continues to evolve to meet the needs of a changing world while remaining rooted in its commitment to equity, access, and student success. Sweetwater schools reflect the cultural and linguistic richness of the region, creating a learning environment where different perspectives are valued and every student is supported in reaching their full potential.
Through strong partnerships with families, community partners, and higher education institutions, the Sweetwater District works to ensure that every student graduates prepared to contribute meaningfully to their community and thrive in the future.
Founded in 1920, the Sweetwater District continues to evolve to meet the needs of a changing world while remaining rooted in its commitment to equity, access, and student success. Sweetwater schools reflect the cultural and linguistic richness of the region, creating a learning environment where different perspectives are valued and every student is supported in reaching their full potential.
Through strong partnerships with families, community partners, and higher education institutions, the Sweetwater District works to ensure that every student graduates prepared to contribute meaningfully to their community and thrive in the future.
Required Documents
Please respond to the following two (2) supplemental questions and submit them with your application:
1. As a new member of a school community, how will you ensure that you invest time to get an understanding of the culture and academic expectations as well as the needs of the school? Please describe the steps you will take as you build professional relationships.
2. Please describe the role of the assistant principal. What are the three most important duties of an assistant principal? How will you measure your success after your first year as an assistant principal?
1. As a new member of a school community, how will you ensure that you invest time to get an understanding of the culture and academic expectations as well as the needs of the school? Please describe the steps you will take as you build professional relationships.
2. Please describe the role of the assistant principal. What are the three most important duties of an assistant principal? How will you measure your success after your first year as an assistant principal?
Requirements / Qualifications
INTERNAL /EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
Location: Site to be determined.
Required Certificates:
California Teaching Credential/Counseling Credential
California Administrative Services Credential or Certification of Eligibility for an Administrative Credential
Education/Experience:
A valid California Clear Administrative Credential. Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education. Five years of successful experience in an educational setting. The assistant principal shall have the experience and skills to work effectively with the staff, district leadership team, students, parents, and community.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: EACH bulleted group below MUST be submitted before your application is considered.
- Administrative Services Credential or Certificate of Eligibility
-Transcripts verifying Master's degree with major course work in education
-Supplemental Questions Response
-Letter of Intent/Introduction
-Resume
-Three Letters of Recommendation (dated after JANUARY 1, 2024)
Location: Site to be determined.
Required Certificates:
California Teaching Credential/Counseling Credential
California Administrative Services Credential or Certification of Eligibility for an Administrative Credential
Education/Experience:
A valid California Clear Administrative Credential. Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education. Five years of successful experience in an educational setting. The assistant principal shall have the experience and skills to work effectively with the staff, district leadership team, students, parents, and community.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: EACH bulleted group below MUST be submitted before your application is considered.
- Administrative Services Credential or Certificate of Eligibility
-Transcripts verifying Master's degree with major course work in education
-Supplemental Questions Response
-Letter of Intent/Introduction
-Resume
-Three Letters of Recommendation (dated after JANUARY 1, 2024)
Salary Info
$141,852.00 - $163,905.00 (Plus an additional Comprehensive Health/Welfare Package up to $18,000.00)