Principal Internship SY 26/27

Principal Internship SY 26/27 JobID: 2341

Position Type:

Administration

Date Posted:

5/19/2026

Location:

Carlsbad Municipal School District

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The Principal Residency Program aims to cultivate a pipeline of strong and effective school leaders prepared to lead their district into the future. By providing aspiring administrators with meaningful learning experiences and coaching and mentorship opportunities through the Administrative Leadership Development (ALD) Program, CES aims to develop confident and capable leaders dedicated to driving student success, addressing educational inequities and equity gaps, and fostering a culture of excellence in our schools.

Description:

Participation in the Principal Residency Program involves hiring an instructional professional for one year to fill the selected principal resident's current role. The Principal Residency Grant will provide funds for this replacement, allowing the resident to dedicate their time and energy to learning and growing in their leadership role. The resident will work closely with their principal mentor, ALD facilitator, and program coach to gain "first-hand" insight into school leadership and administration complexities pre-K through 12.

Requirements:

• Must posses a Masters Degree
• CES's ideal candidate for the Principal Residency Program is passionate about education and committed to positively impacting student learning.
• The resident will possess strong instructional leadership skills, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to grow and develop as a leader.
• Additionally, candidates must be willing to apply for school leadership positions within the district in the 2026-2027 school year, demonstrating their commitment to advancing their career in educational leadership.
• After program completion the resident will have acquired an Administration License.