Trucker Clark, Ed.D

Principal with Santa Ana Unified School District | USC Alumni

Foothill Ranch, California, United States

About

As a high school principal, I lead with a clear vision for equitable, learner-centered, and future-ready school systems, grounded in servant, transformational, instructional, and systems-level leadership. My practice centers on building strong relationships, advancing instructional excellence, strengthening Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, and creating the conditions in which each student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. I prioritize strategic coherence, continuous improvement, authentic collaboration, and community partnerships to ensure each student graduates prepared for college, career, and citizenship. Rooted in deep personal purpose and guided by my motto—“I am a Passionate Champion for Students”—I strive to lead with integrity, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to empowering educators and elevating outcomes for each learner.

Experience

  • Principal at Santa Ana Unified School District
    Aug 2015 - Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

    Interim Principal, Century High School, 11/2025 to Present Principal, CCHS, 10/2018 to 11/2025. Principal, REACH Academy, 8/2015 to 10/2018.

  • Teacher at Jerome School District
    Aug 2014 - Jun 2015 · 11 mos

    Teacher working with At-Promise Special Education Intermediate Students.

  • Principal at Merced County Office of Education
    2010 - 2012 · 2 yrs

    Principal, Los Banos County Community School, Grades 7th - 12th.

  • Principal at Santa Clara County Office of Education
    2008 - 2010 · 2 yrs

    Principal, South County Community Schools Region, Grades 7th - 12th.

  • Principal, Vice Principal, Teacher, Campus Supervisor, and Instructional Aide at Kern County Superintendent of Schools
    1992 - 2008 · 16 yrs

    Principal, Select County Community School, 7/2006 - 6/2008. Vice Principal, Community Learning Center and Kelly Blanton Ed Center, 7/2004 - 6/2006. Teacher, Auburn County Community School and Pride Academy, 8/1998 - 6/2004. Campus Supervisor, Community Learning Center, 7/1997 - 6/1998. Instructional Aide, Juvenile Court and Community Schools, 8/1992 - 6/1997.