School Director - San Diego County at Element Education: Community Montessori & Dimensions Collaborative Charter Schools (San Diego County)
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Application Deadline
5/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/4/2026
Contact
Kiran Sihota
760-743-7880
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$139,880 - $173,923 Annually
Add''l Salary Info
Comprehensive Health Benefits, PTO, CalSTRS
Length of Work Year
11 months per year
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Visions; Group Life/AD&D; FSA/HSA Plans; Supplemental Insurances; CalSTRS and Retirement Plans; PTO
Job Summary
Job Summary
Dimensions Collaborative is known for its innovative practices, strong relationships with families, and model of self-determined learning. The School Director is primarily responsible for serving as the school's educational leader in promoting and implementing the vision of the school. It is crucial the School Director establish and maintain an environment which supports experimentation, collaboration, and objective reflection. The school operates throughout San Diego County with a belief that all the world's a classroom. The hybrid workplace includes remote and on-site roles. Last Day To Submit Application & Materials: May 13, 2026 A written preliminary task will be sent to qualified applicants to complete and submit by May 17, 2026. Required In-Person Interview: May 22, 2026 and May 26, 2026
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Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree - Clear, Preliminary, or Intern California Administrative Services Credential Strongly Preferred: - Experience in team leadership and mentoring teachers - Strong written, verbal, and leadership skills - Knowledge of independent study/homeschooling/personalized learning - Experience with competency-based assessment Upon Hire/Offer: - First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - Tuberculosis Clearance - Successful background clearance
__ Documents Required to be Submitted - Resume - Cover Letter - 3 Professional Reference Letters: At least one letter must be from a direct supervisor - Clear, Preliminary, or Intern California Administrative Services Credential (If you currently do not hold the required credential, you will need to upload a detailed plan and/or explanation of how you will have met the requirement by July 1, 2026.) Last Day To Submit Application & Materials: May 13, 2026 A written preliminary task will be sent to qualified applicants to complete and submit by May 17, 2026. Required In-Person Interview: May 22, 2026 and May 26, 2026 __
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree - Clear, Preliminary, or Intern California Administrative Services Credential Strongly Preferred: - Experience in team leadership and mentoring teachers - Strong written, verbal, and leadership skills - Knowledge of independent study/homeschooling/personalized learning - Experience with competency-based assessment Upon Hire/Offer: - First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - Tuberculosis Clearance - Successful background clearance
__ Documents Required to be Submitted - Resume - Cover Letter - 3 Professional Reference Letters: At least one letter must be from a direct supervisor - Clear, Preliminary, or Intern California Administrative Services Credential (If you currently do not hold the required credential, you will need to upload a detailed plan and/or explanation of how you will have met the requirement by July 1, 2026.) Last Day To Submit Application & Materials: May 13, 2026 A written preliminary task will be sent to qualified applicants to complete and submit by May 17, 2026. Required In-Person Interview: May 22, 2026 and May 26, 2026 __
Comments and Other Information
__ Come join our growing team! Seeking resourceful, creative, and driven candidates interested in joining a team dedicated to developing innovative practices, efficient systems, and strong relationships while cultivating a generation of life-long and self-determined learners. Element Education is a non-profit corporation which oversees two publicly funded charter schools. Our mission is to promote a culture of education which empowers learners to find and develop their passion and to inspire the natural desire to explore and learn through choice and flexibility. We refer to students' learning styles (dispositions, modalities, interests, talents, and environment) as well as the developmental stages of learning when collaborating with the student, parents, and mentors in developing a personalized learning plan unique to each student. During their educational journey, students demonstrate mastery by making progress toward expertise in areas related to their educational goals, autonomy through choice and self-directed learning activities, and a sense of purpose by engaging in meaningful learning which contributes to something larger than themselves. Reach your ELEMENT by helping children discover theirs! www.myelement.org Element Education is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Comments and Other Information
__ Come join our growing team! Seeking resourceful, creative, and driven candidates interested in joining a team dedicated to developing innovative practices, efficient systems, and strong relationships while cultivating a generation of life-long and self-determined learners. Element Education is a non-profit corporation which oversees two publicly funded charter schools. Our mission is to promote a culture of education which empowers learners to find and develop their passion and to inspire the natural desire to explore and learn through choice and flexibility. We refer to students' learning styles (dispositions, modalities, interests, talents, and environment) as well as the developmental stages of learning when collaborating with the student, parents, and mentors in developing a personalized learning plan unique to each student. During their educational journey, students demonstrate mastery by making progress toward expertise in areas related to their educational goals, autonomy through choice and self-directed learning activities, and a sense of purpose by engaging in meaningful learning which contributes to something larger than themselves. Reach your ELEMENT by helping children discover theirs! www.myelement.org Element Education is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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