Assistant Principal, Dorothy McElhinney Middle School, 2026/27 School Year at Murrieta Valley Unified School District Print Application Deadline 10/9/2026 12:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 10/2/2026 Contact Scarlett Ramos 951-696-1600 1013 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info $125,009

• $169,412; Initial salary placement determined at time of hire.

Longevity salary steps are based upon management years in MVUSD.

Benefit cap:

$11,000 annually. Length of Work Year 210 (duty days prorated upon Date of Hire) Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Welcome to the Murrieta Valley Unified School District, a 2018 California Exemplary School District! Thank you for your interest in joining MVUSD, a student-centered district of choice in south Riverside County. We proudly educate over 21,000 students from preschool through high school with rigorous academic programs designed to help every student succeed. We inspire students to participate in our highly acclaimed visual and performing arts programs, championship athletic programs and nationally recognized student activity programs. Highly qualified teachers and staff provide a world-class education that integrates academic and vocational skills and prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of a competitive global society. The district also offers adult and community education, early childhood education, child care and a parent center. MVUSD strives to recruit and retain the very best candidates who will inspire every student to think, to learn, to achieve, to care. Job Summary Job Summary Middle School Assistant Principal View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Master's Degree or higher degree from an accredited college and a Valid California Administrative Service Credential 2. Valid California Teaching Credential or Valid Pupil Personnel Service Credential 3. Three (3) or more years of successful Teaching and/or Pupil Personnel experience, preferably at the elementary school level.

Internal Candidates:

Please complete the entire online application and attach the following required documents:

• Credential Copy (Downloaded directly from the CTC website)

• Current Resume External Candidates:

  Please complete the entire online application and attach all required documents listed below. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
• Credential Copy (Downloaded directly from the CTC website)
• Letter of Introduction
• Letters of Recommendation (Two letters from evaluating administrators)
• Current Resume
• Note for

External Applicants:

Your application must include professional references and letters of recommendation specifically from evaluating administrators to be considered.

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Master's Degree or higher degree from an accredited college and a Valid California Administrative Service Credential 2. Valid California Teaching Credential or Valid Pupil Personnel Service Credential 3. Three (3) or more years of successful Teaching and/or Pupil Personnel experience, preferably at the elementary school level.

Internal Candidates:

Please complete the entire online application and attach the following required documents:

• Credential Copy (Downloaded directly from the CTC website)

• Current Resume External Candidates:

  Please complete the entire online application and attach all required documents listed below. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
• Credential Copy (Downloaded directly from the CTC website)
• Letter of Introduction
• Letters of Recommendation (Two letters from evaluating administrators)
• Current Resume
• Note for

External Applicants:

Your application must include professional references and letters of recommendation specifically from evaluating administrators to be considered. Comments and Other Information Murrieta Valley Unified School District is seeking a motivated instructional leader who is committed to a shared decision-making model to enhance the school and District's Vision and Mission. The right candidate must be an effective communicator who is able to embrace a diverse community to engage and lead the continuous academic growth for all students. Comments and Other Information Murrieta Valley Unified School District is seeking a motivated instructional leader who is committed to a shared decision-making model to enhance the school and District's Vision and Mission. The right candidate must be an effective communicator who is able to embrace a diverse community to engage and lead the continuous academic growth for all students. Links Related To This Job Murrieta Valley USD Main webpage 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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