Middle School Principal Jobs in California

Middle School Principal jobs in California are open across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Oakland and other California metros, with employers like San Francisco Unified School District, Archdiocese of Los Angeles, and Kipp Nashville hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles40+
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring14
Work type98% On-site
Top industryEducation

Showing 5 of 40+ Middle School Principal jobs

Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Middle School Teacher
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Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Added 3d ago
Middle School Teacher
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Simi Valley, California
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Middle School Social Studies
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Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Added 4d ago
Middle School Social Studies
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Pasadena Unified School District
Middle School Teacher
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Pasadena Unified School District
Added 6d ago
Middle School Teacher
Pasadena Unified School District
Pasadena, California
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
$65k - $114k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Middle School Religion
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Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Added 1w ago
Middle School Religion
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Math/Science Middle School Teacher
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Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Added 1w ago
Math/Science Middle School Teacher
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Middle School Principal Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
18 jobs
Los Angeles
4 jobs
Oakland
3 jobs
Redwood City
3 jobs
San Jose
2 jobs
Stockton
2 jobs
Covina
1 jobs
Irvine
1 jobs
La Mirada
1 jobs

Middle School Principal Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • San Francisco Unified School District
    San Francisco Unified School District17
  • Archdiocese of Los Angeles
    Archdiocese of Los Angeles10
  • Kipp Nashville
    Kipp Nashville4
  • Yu Ming Charter School
    Yu Ming Charter School2
  • KIPP Nashville Public Schools
    KIPP Nashville Public Schools1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education28
  • Government & Public Sector3

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in middle school principal jobs across California.

  • Valid state administrative or principal licensure or certification
  • Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a related field
  • Minimum three to five years of classroom teaching experience
  • Prior experience as an assistant principal, instructional coach, or department head
  • Demonstrated ability to lead curriculum development and instructional improvement
  • Experience with data-driven decision making and student performance systems

Middle School Principal Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How many middle school principal jobs are there in California?

There are 40+ middle school principal openings in California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Oakland. New positions post regularly as employers across California hire.

Which California cities have the most middle school principal jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Oakland have the most middle school principal openings in California right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire middle school principals in California?

Employers hiring middle school principals in California include San Francisco Unified School District, Archdiocese of Los Angeles, and Kipp Nashville, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote middle school principal jobs in California?

Yes. About 3% of middle school principal openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in California metros.

How do I apply for middle school principal jobs in California?

You can apply to middle school principal jobs in California directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred California location, then apply to each one that fits.

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