Arcata School District
Certificated Management Vacancy
Arcata Elementary School Principal
Grades TK-5
Permanent Full-time position
208 duty days
2026-2027 School Year
Job #6308 First Review May 1, 2026
  
Employing District Arcata School District
Jessica Sundberg, Personnel/Payroll Manager, 707 822-0351 x 102
Salary $99,144 -$128,222 annually with Health Benefits Package plus STRS Retirement
Qualifications Principals serve as the educational leader, chief executive, and facilitator of the school, responsible for the direction of the instructional program, proper care of the school, participation in staff and student activities, and community leadership. Must possess a California Administrative Credential
Minimum-5 years teaching experience (preferred)
Minimum-3 years administrative experience (preferred)

Full job description available at Arcata School District Office

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL FEES INCURRED
FOR TB CLEARANCE, MUST PASS A DOJ BACKGROUND CHECK AND COMPLETE
AB 2534 VERIFICATIONS.




Pos#3
Posted 4/11/2026

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
  • 3-5 Letters of recommendation
Application Deadline First Review May 1, 2026
Return Your Application Packet to: View Job
Luke Biesecker, Superintendent
Arcata School District
1435 Buttermilk Lane
Arcata, CA 95521

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