Fortuna Elementary School District
Certificated Management Vacancy
Principal,
Ambrosini Elementary School, Grades TK-4,
Opening for the 2026-27 School Year
205 Day Work Calendar
Job #6240 03/06/2026 4:00 pm
  
Employing District Fortuna Elementary School District
Amy Betts, Superintendent, (707) 725-2293 or abetts@fortunaesd.com
Salary Placement on Principal's Salary Schedule DOE, $94,616 - $123,879. Offer of medical, dental & vision insurance for employee & family (less employee share of cost). Membership in Association of California School Administrators (ACSA).
Qualifications Must possess an appropriate California Administrative and Teaching Credential. Looking for strong instructional leadership, organizational, and communication skills; ability to build trusting relationships and lead collaborative teams. Experience with staff development and coaching, curriculum, and assessment implementation; data informed decision making; program planning, budgeting, and evaluation. Ability to motivate staff and build consensus to support student learning and a positive school culture.

The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice and show proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Application Procedure
  • Certificated Management Application Form
    (available online at: hcoe.org/employment)
  • Cover Letter Stating reasons for application and summarizing candidate's qualifications
  • Resume
  • Proof of license or certificate
  • 2-3 Letters of recommendation
Application Deadline 03/06/2026 4:00 pm
Return Your Application Packet to: View Job
Amy Betts, Superintendent
Fortuna Elementary School District
534 12th Street
Fortuna, CA 95540

The Humboldt County Office of Education supports the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment