Superintendent​/Principal Cinnabar School District in Petaluma

Position: Superintendent/Principal for the Cinnabar School District in Petaluma
The Sonoma County Office of Education (SCOE) works to engage, support, and empower our region's 40 public school districts. Together, these districts operate more than 170 schools and serve more than 64,000 students. Our staff of more than 300 recognizes the historical and systemic oppression within education and commits to disrupting and transforming the systems that perpetuate inequities. We are dedicated to ensuring all students have access to rich educational opportunities in safe, supportive learning environments where all students thrive and feel like they belong.

SCOE is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on gender, color, race, ancestry, creed, religion, national origin, age, handicap or disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factor rendered unlawful by federal, state, or local law.

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About the Cinnabar School District:
The Cinnabar School District is a single school district and charter school. Cinnabar Charter and Elementary School serves about 160 students in grades TK-6, with grades TK and 1 through 6 designated as a charter school. The school and district were established in 1859 for the purpose of serving the children who lived mostly on farms just north of Petaluma.

While some of the children today live on ranches, most live in homes that would be considered suburban. The school serves a relatively diverse student body.
* Please see attached document with more information about the Cinnabar School District. Selection Timeline:
The selection process will begin immediately following the March 17, 2026 Final date to receive applications. All applications will be screened by a panel, who will evaluate each applicant's qualifications based on the job description for the position. Initial interviews will be conducted on March 27th for applicants who best meet the stated qualifications. The Board of Trustees will interview the top finalists on March 28th and the successful candidate will begin employment on July 1, 2026.

Compensation:
The Board of Trustees is offering a starting salary range of $170,000-$185,000 based on qualifications and experience, and competitive benefits packaged with a 220-day work calendar.

Application Procedure:
The final filing date for applications is March 17, 2026 by 4:30 PM. It is the applicant's responsibility to have all forms, materials, and letters submitted in time to meet this deadline. All materials will be accepted and treated confidentially. Educations and

Experience Preferred:

-Valid California Administrative Services credential
-Valid California Teaching credential
-Master's Degree
-Successful experience in district administration and/or site principal role
-Successful teaching experience Completed applications must include: 1. A signed and dated on-line EdJoin application 2. A letter of application reviewing your personal qualifications and interest in the position 3. A current resumé detailing educational preparation, experience, and achievements
4. Four (4) current letters of recommendation (dated within the past 2 years) from individuals familiar with your potential and credentials to lead Cinnabar School District
5. Copies of appropriate credentials 6. A complete application shall include copies or proof of all of the items listed above. Applicants submitting incomplete applications will not be considered for employment.
7. Applications must be submitted online by 4:30 PM on March 17, 2026 oin.org. For specific application questions, please contact Susie Truelove, Human Resources Analyst at the Sonoma County Office of Education, by phone:  or by email: struelove. For questions about the position, please contact the Board's representative, John Laughlin, by phone:  or by email: jlaughlin.

Please note:

Any contact with a sitting Board member will lead to disqualification of application materials.