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Applying for Position:
Educational Director/Principal

This opening calls for specific administration qualifications set by the school.

CalWest client school in the Orange County North area seeks an Educational Director/Principal to start July 1, 2025:

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the General Studies faculty, curriculum, and instructional practices
  • Implement and uphold best practices in SEL and classroom management, including Responsibility Centered Discipline, Positive Discipline, PBIS, Responsive Classrooms, and restorative circles
  • Cultivate a collaborative, innovative, and reflective school culture among teachers, students, and families
  • Support faculty in professional growth and instructional excellence
  • Ensure students are well-prepared for high school, college, or seminary and beyond
  • Foster a respectful and inclusive environment aligned with Jewish values, open to candidates of all religious backgrounds

 Qualifications

  • At least 3 years of school leadership experience
  • Demonstrated passion for student wellness and success
  • Strong collaborative and leadership skills
  • A desire to be an engaged and visible member of the school community
  • Respect for Jewish practices and tradition

CalWest and our partner schools are unable to respond to all applicants.

Candidates may be submitted to multiple positions during their time with CalWest. Also, candidates may not be chosen to move forward in the search they initially expressed interest in pursuing.

Our client schools make the final decisions.

Deciding to Apply

At minimum, applicants should have:

About CalWest Educators Placement

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If you have questions about the qualifications to apply, please contact us at mysearch@calwesteducators.com.