AN INVITATION TO APPLY:

  K-8  YRE Elementary School Principal

THE COMMUNITY:

Tracy is a growing community with traditional values and is justifiably proud of its heritage.  New citizens are drawn to our community because Tracy offers a quality lifestyle; affordable housing; and a convenient location to the Bay Area, Delta waterways, and the Sierra Mountains.  Several colleges and universities are easily accessible to those who live in and around the Tracy area.

THE DISTRICT:

Currently, the Tracy Unified School District is comprised of two comprehensive high schools, two alternative education high schools, one adult school, one community school, two middle schools, four K-8 schools and nine K-5 elementary schools. 

At this time, three of our K-8 sites operate on a YRE schedule.

The $51 million school bond, Measure E, was passed by voters in 2006.  With bond funds and state funds, high school renovation projects are underway at both high schools. Projects include the construction of a new 40-classroom building, stadium, swimming pool, teaching theatre and permanent classrooms.  In August 2009, the District will add a third comprehensive high school, John C. Kimball High School.  At present, the District serves approximately 17,000 students. Tracy Unified is known for its comprehensive staff development programs and excellent new teacher support systems.

THE POSITION:

The Principal provides a varied and diverse level of leadership to the school. He/she supervises and evaluates the performance of all site personnel, performs a leadership role in staff development, monitors and implements school discipline procedures, manages and maintains a fiscally sound budget, is the educational leader of the school, and is responsible for establishing and maintaining open communication with the school community.  In addition, the principal is responsible for the accountability of the school’s computerized attendance system.

GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY:

Tracy has a history of consistent growth and expansion which has leveled off somewhat in recent years.   This position provides an outstanding opportunity for promotional opportunities within the District.  This is a unique opportunity to apply acquired skills to plan, develop and implement a school program that will accurately reflect the excellence in education currently provided by the Tracy Unified School District.

REQUIREMENTS:

·         Must possess or be able to obtain a valid California Administrative Services Credential

·         Knowledge of  elementary school curriculum

·         Previous school site teaching or administrative experience

·         Ability to provide strong instructional leadership

·         Bachelor’s Degree with Master’s Degree preferred

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Previous administrative experience

·         Knowledge and experience with multi-track year-round education

·         Strong interpersonal relations skills

·         Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships

·         Knowledge and understanding of effective instructional strategies.

·         Ability to make fiscally responsible decisions

·         Ability to select and manage classified and certificated staff with skills and abilities that match school needs and enhance program effectiveness

SALARY COMPENSATION:

Annual Salary $87,100 - $105,862

·         $1,697 Stipend for  Masters; $3,395 for PhD/EdD

·         2.5% Longevity Pay at 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 years

·         Fringe benefits:  Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

DAYS OF SERVICE:       219 days

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  May 30, 2008

Approximate Starting Date:  July 1, 2008

THE COMMUNITY:

Tracy is a growing community with traditional values and is justifiably proud of its heritage.  New citizens are drawn to our community because Tracy offers a quality lifestyle; affordable housing; and a convenient location to the Bay Area, Delta waterways, and the Sierra Mountains.  Several colleges and universities are easily accessible to those who live in and around the Tracy area.

THE DISTRICT:

Currently, the Tracy Unified School District is comprised of two comprehensive high schools, two alternative education high schools, one adult school, one community school, two middle schools, four K-8 schools and nine K-5 elementary schools.  At this time, three of our K-8 sites operate on a YRE schedule.

The $51 million school bond, Measure E, was passed by voters in 2006.  With bond funds and state funds, high school renovation projects are underway at both high schools. Projects include the construction of a new 40-classroom building, stadium, swimming pool, teaching theatre and permanent classrooms.  In August 2009, the District will add a third comprehensive high school, John C. Kimball High School.  At present, the District serves approximately 17,000 students. Tracy Unified is known for its comprehensive staff development programs and excellent new teacher support systems.

GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY:

Tracy has a history of consistent growth and expansion which has leveled off somewhat in recent years.   This position provides an outstanding opportunity for promotional opportunities within the District.  This is a unique opportunity to apply acquired skills to plan, develop and implement a school program that will accurately reflect the excellence in education currently provided by the Tracy Unified School District.

THE POSITION:

Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the Human Resources functions for the District and coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Office, including recruitment and selection of staff, classification and salary administration, contract negotiations and interpretation, and personnel placement and evaluation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Successful experience as a school or district administrator.

·         Experience in planning, organizing and directing Human Resources functions.

·         Must possess or be able to obtain a valid California Administrative Services Credential.

·         Masters Degree required, Doctorate preferred.

·         Ability to understand and implement complex oral and written directions.

·         Ability to compose clear, complete and concise correspondence and reports independently using correct grammar, syntax, punctuation and spelling.

·         Strong interpersonal relations skills.

·         Ability to make fiscally responsible decisions.

·         Understanding of, and participation in, collective bargaining.

SALARY COMPENSATION:

Annual Salary $102,402 -- $124,461

·         $1,697 Stipend for  Masters; $3,395 for PhD/EdD
 

·         2.5% Longevity Pay at 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 years
 

·         Fringe benefits:  Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

DAYS OF SERVICE:       225 days

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  May 30, 2008

APPROXIMATE START DATE:  July 1, 2008