Charter School Director

Charter School Director at Walden Academy Charter School Print Application Deadline 7/31/2026 8:00 AM Pacific Date Posted 5/21/2026 Contact Cydnee Lausten 530-361-6480 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 105,000

• 127,000 Semi-Monthly Add'l Salary Info Plus Stipend for Masters and Doctorate Length of Work Year 220 Days Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary Welcome to Walden Academy.

We are a free, publicly funded charter school in the small farming community of Willows, California. www.waldenacademy.

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Walden Academy Walden Academy was formed by a group of parents and teachers who possessed an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to create something lasting for the benefit of Glenn County children. It was the realization of a dream to create a vibrant educational experience that challenges children and motivates them to discover, strive for, and achieve their full personal potential. Walden is committed to high academic and behavioral standards and a full partnership between families, students and teachers. Such a partnership inspires students to even greater heights. The School Director is the daily leader of Walden Academy (TK-8). The School Director provides coordination and support for all campus learning programs and activities to continue to provide high-quality programs to students. The School Director reports directly to the School Board and they are responsible for the orderly, daily operation of the Charter School and the supervision of the teachers and staff at Walden. Duties/Responsibilities/Functions/Tasks Implements the Walden Academy Vision and Mission to build a culture of lifelong learners where every staff member is committed to:

• Redefining teaching and learning so all children have the opportunity to experience an exemplary public education, and
• Providing the right instruction for every student every day by supporting innovative teaching methods and a personalized, experience-based learning environment to ensure no child is left unknown.
• Supervise and evaluate teachers and staff
• Interview and determine employee hiring, promotion, discipline, and/or dismissal with approval of the School Board
• Communicate with parents, recruit new families and students, and assure families of academic growth
• Promote the charter program in the community View Job Description Requirements /

Qualifications Evidence of:

• CA Administrative Services Credential
• CA Multiple Subjects or Single Subject Credential
• Minimum of five years teaching experience
• Master's degree or higher in Education or a related field
• Minimum of 2 year Site Director/Principal experience In addition:
• Resume
• Letter of Introduction
• 3 recent signed letters of recommendation

Evidence of:

• CA Administrative Services Credential
• CA Multiple Subjects or Single Subject Credential
• Minimum of five years teaching experience
• Master's degree or higher in Education or a related field
• Minimum of 2 year Site Director/Principal experience In addition:
• Resume
• Letter of Introduction
• 3 recent signed letters of recommendation Requirements /

Qualifications Evidence of:

• CA Administrative Services Credential
• CA Multiple Subjects or Single Subject Credential
• Minimum of five years teaching experience
• Master's degree or higher in Education or a related field
• Minimum of 2 year Site Director/Principal experience In addition:
• Resume
• Letter of Introduction
• 3 recent signed letters of recommendation

Evidence of:

• CA Administrative Services Credential
• CA Multiple Subjects or Single Subject Credential
• Minimum of five years teaching experience
• Master's degree or higher in Education or a related field
• Minimum of 2 year Site Director/Principal experience In addition:
• Resume
• Letter of Introduction
• 3 recent signed letters of recommendation Comments and Other Information
• Our Agricultural Education and hands-on learning model is an important component of our school values Walden Academy offers up to $14,040 per year toward the benefits package which includes options for medical, dental and vision. There is an option to participate in a 403(b) retirement plan with a matching contribution starting at 5% by the school. Comments and Other Information
• Our Agricultural Education and hands-on learning model is an important component of our school values Walden Academy offers up to $14,040 per year toward the benefits package which includes options for medical, dental and vision.

There is an option to participate in a 403(b) retirement plan with a matching contribution starting at 5% by the school. Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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