Principal (Middle School)

Principal (Middle School) Gilroy Unified School District Brownell Middle School - Gilroy, California This job is also posted in Gilroy Unified School District Job Details

Job ID:

5690407

Application Deadline:

May 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Superintendent, the middle school principal functions as the chief executive and educational leader of a middle school and is responsible for its programs, personnel, facilities and all other related activities as assigned.

TYPICAL DUTIES

(Responsibilities will include but not be limited to):

Curriculum/Program Development:

The principal is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of an effective, multifaceted curriculum, both academic and extra-curricular. Specific functions include but are not limited to the following: development and supervision of course offerings assuring compliance with district and state requirements; infusion of technology in instruction; classroom observation and evaluation of teachers; planning to meet changing needs of students; articulation with student services and elementary schools; enlisting cooperative school-wide efforts by staff and students; modeling and facilitating professional learning communities (PLCs) and other research-based, data-driven collaborative practices; development and implementation of the master schedule; development and implementation of a wide variety of extra-curricular programs for student enrichment (i.e., music, drama, athletics, student government, etc.).

School Climate:

The principal has the prime responsibility for positive, collaborative and effective relationships among staff, students, and parents. Specific functions include but are not limited to the following: development of school mission, goals, and objectives; supervision and support of student activities; sensitivity and responsiveness to individual problems and concerns (staff/student/parent); recognition of student and staff accomplishments.

Community Relationships:

The principal has the prime responsibility for establishing and maintaining sensitive relationships with the community. Specific functions include but are not limited to the following: the nurture and support of, parent clubs, ELAC, and other volunteer groups; the organization of "back-to-school night" parent events, and other activities that support the school community; utilization of community resources; provision of school facilities and resources for community services; principal visibility within the community.

Communication:

The principal is responsible for developing and maintaining an effective communication system. Specific functions include but are not limited to the following: development of staff and student bulletins; agendizing and leading weekly instructional leadership meetings; development and distribution of parent newsletters; maintenance of effective communication with district personnel; preparation and follow-through of agendized meetings with all segments of the school population and interfacing programs; effective communication with news media.

Management of Resources:

The principal is responsible for the management of resources including revenue and expenditures, personnel, facilities and equipment, and special programs. Specific functions include but are not limited to the following: development and supervision of the school budget; development of the school management plan; supervision of buildings and grounds; supervision of student records; establishment and implementation of emergency procedures; determination of staffing needs to provide optimum services; selection, motivation, supervision, and evaluation of personnel; development and implementation of the master schedule; management of employer/employee contracts; supervision of supplies, text books and equipment inventories; supervision of record keeping (attendance, time sheets, purchase orders, invoices, accident reports); coordination of student services provided by off campus organizations.

Emergency Preparedness and School Safety:

The principal is responsible for the implementation, dissemination and operations of emergency and safety protocols at the school. Specific functions include but are not limited to the following: development and implementation of site safety plan; professional development for staff, students and community members in emergency protocols such as Code Red drills, Run-Hide-Defend policies and other mandated emergency scenarios; management of public access to school facilities for both internal and external users; establish and maintain a positive working relationship with district staff and emergency service providers to ensure the safety of staff, students and community members.

Student Performance and Behavior:

The principal is responsible for assessing student progress, achievement, and behavior and providing assistance for positive student growth, social and academic. Specific functions include but are not limited to the following: implementation of district and state testing requirements; development of well-defined programs, steps, and resources to assist students to develop to their full potential as well as meet graduation requirements; establishment of standards of acceptable student behavior; supervision of the recording and monitoring of student attendance; establishment and implementation of positive and preventative school-wide systems to support effective discipline and social and emotional growth.

Interpretation and Application of Appropriate Laws:

The principal must be knowledgeable, keep current, interpret accurately, and apply district, state, and federal legislation as it relates to his/her school environment. Specific functions include but are not limited to the following: ongoing review and synthesis of district policies, procedures, state and federal laws and legislative bills; establishment of legally based school policies and procedures for all aspects of the school's functions; coordination with the district, other schools, county, state and federal agencies and effective interaction with personnel from each.

Quality of Instruction:

The principal, with district resources, has the responsibility for maintaining a high quality of instruction within the school. Specific functions include but are not limited to the following: identification of school needs and deficiencies with a professional development plan to address needs; identification of instruction needs and deficiencies with inservice training plans to meet needs; supervision of classroom instruction; evaluation and accountability of employees; promotion of joint effort and staff job satisfaction.

Professional Growth:

The principal is responsible for keeping abreast of trends, policies, procedures, practices and laws that affect the school and its constituents. Growth experiences may include but are not limited to the following: attendance at conferences and workshops; membership in professional associations; attendance at pertinent school board meetings; ongoing reading of professional publications; participation in district assignments, required meetings, and problem solving experiences.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Valid California Teaching Credential Valid Administrative Services Credential Five years of classroom teaching experience Three years of administrative experience Valid California driver's license Must reside within 45-minutes of the GUSD Administration Office

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual in English/Spanish Masters Degree

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Middle school reform research and implementation strategies Human needs Curriculum development including infusion of technology School finance and budgeting Collective bargaining Administration of district policies, local, state and federal laws pertaining to schools, staffing organization, selection and supervision of personnel. Skilled in effective communications including initiating individual and group discussion, listening, clarifying, facilitating interaction among group members Verbal skills to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people with varying educational and sub-cultural backgrounds Research, reading, public speaking Writing skills to effectively convey ideas, reports, letters, memorandums and survey questionnaires understanding of goal setting techniques including needs assessment and evaluation High degree of self-restraint, judgment and strategies in dealing with a variety of people, adversaries and advocates under varying situations and conditions High degree of skill in defining problems, collecting information, establishing facts, evaluating alternate solutions, and drawing valid conclusions Effective screening of applicants, conducting job related interviews, selecting queued candidates, training and evaluation of personnel.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Office environment. Outdoors. Driving a vehicle/cart to conduct business

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

(consideration will be given to reasonable accommodation): Sit for sustained periods of time Climb slopes, stairs, steps and ladders Exhibit full range of motion for shoulder external rotation and internal rotation, shoulder abduction and adduction, elbow flexion and extension, shoulder extension and flexion, back lateral flexion, hip flexion and extension and knee flexion; Ability to work in a safe and effective manner in the following: at various elevated heights on ladders, roofs, and in restricted spaces Conduct frequent repetitive arm, hand and body motion Sufficient hearing to conduct in-person and telephone conversations Sufficient physical mobility to move about school sites and drive a car Sufficient vision to read printed material Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversational distance, on the telephone, and in addressing groups Physical, mental, and emotional stamina to endure long hours under stressful conditions Standing and sitting for long periods of time Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard During crisis situations, may require moderate to significant physical work and lengthy periods of standing Physical ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to ten pounds on a regularly basis and up to 40 pounds occasionally and occasionally lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 90 pounds Ability to bend, twist, kneel and stoop Ability to reach in all directions

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Willing to work irregular hours/days including evenings, weekends and holidays, and on-call for emergencies. Willing to travel locally. Willing to work at any school location and be assigned. Nondiscrimination Statement The Gilroy Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator and Section 504

Coordinator:

Paul Winslow, Ed.

D., Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, 7810 Arroyo Circle, (669) 205-4000, paul.winslow@gilroyunified.org.

Position:

Middle School Principal

Location:

Brownell Middle School

Starting Date:

7/1/2026

Payroll Range:

Certificated Management Salary Schedule Range __ M09

Yearly Salary:

$160,837 - $192,194 (4-step salary schedule, salary placement dependent upon related experience)

Yearly Stipends:

$1,000 for Masters / $1,500 Doctorate degrees

Benefit Plan:

Management Benefit Plan (posted on GUSD web site)

Supervisor/Evaluator:

Superintendent

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$160,837 to $192,194 Per Year