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Junior High Assistant Principal 2026-2027 School Year
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- Weekends as needed
- Doctoral degree
- Teaching Certification
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- Dental insurance
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- School experience
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Panama Buena Vista Union School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $114,048 - $138,261 a year
- Online Application
- Teaching Certification
- Math
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Assistant Principal

Bakersfield City School District -
Bakersfield, CA

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Job Details

Part-time
$130,437 - $159,039 a year

Qualifications

At-risk student support experience in school social work
Gifted education support experience
Principal Certification
Working with students
Mandated reporting laws
Experience working with individuals from underserved communities

Full Job Description

JobID: 2986

Position Type:
Administration (Certificated)/Vice Principal

Date Posted:
7/23/2026

Location:
All sites

Date Available:
07/01/2026

Closing Date:
Open until filled

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid California administrative services credential
Master's Degree preferred
Successful teaching or related experience with at-risk students including English Learner and gifted students
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with staff and the public

REPORTS TO: Administrator as assigned

SUPERVISES: Staff as assigned

JOB GOAL: To support principal in establishing a collaborative and equitable school culture by fostering trust, building strong relationships with educational partners, and modeling integrity and accountability. Provide instructional
leadership through data-driven strategies, professional development, and curriculum alignment to meet diverse student needs and improve outcomes. Promote student success by implementing MTSS, improving
attendance, and ensuring equitable discipline while enhancing college and career readiness opportunities. Manage resources effectively, maintain campus safety, and strengthen family and community engagement to
support holistic student development.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Acts as temporary head of school in absence of principal
Fosters a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement among staff and students
Builds positive relationships with families, community groups, and organizations to support student success
Provides instructional leadership through data-driven decision-making, classroom observations, and actionable feedback
Oversees implementation of Tier 1 instructional programs to meet diverse student needs
Leads staff professional learning and development to improve instructional practices and student outcomes
Guides curriculum and assessment alignment with standards and district expectations
Monitors student performance and use accountability systems to improve teaching and learning
Leads initiatives to improve attendance and reduce chronic absenteeism through data analysis and targeted strategies
Promotes student agency and voice by supporting leadership opportunities, such as student council and ASB activities
Collaborates with staff to implement Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) to address academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
Ensures equitable discipline practices, promoting fairness and restorative practices
Assists in evaluation of certificated and classified staff
Assists in managing scheduling, budgeting, and allocation of resources to support instructional and operational goals
Ensures proper allocation of instructional materials and resources to meet diverse student needs
Assists in building meaningful relationships with families, especially underrepresented communities, to support student success
Assists in organizing family engagement activities, including Parent Cafes, home visits, and other school events
Assists in establishing and leveraging community partnerships to meet student needs and enhance college and career readiness
Leads professional development aligned with school and district goals, including training on curriculum, assessment, and instructional strategies
Participates in district-sponsored professional learning opportunities to enhance leadership skills
Supports teacher collaboration and growth through coaching and mentorship
Oversees campus safety protocols, including emergency preparedness, supervision, and school security as outlined in school safety plan
Collaborates with safety teams to address issues related to student behavior, bullying, and crisis response
Maintains a safe, supportive school environment that fosters student well-being
Implements programs and events, such as college and career weeks, to prepare students for postsecondary success
Models personal and professional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, personal and collective accountability
Performs other related duties as assigned

SALARY: $130,437 - $159,039 annually (199 days)
(Max. salary includes longevity & educational stipends)

EVALUATIONS: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the District's "Improvement of Professional Services" handbook, Board Policies and Procedures and consistent with collective bargaining agreements when applicable.

MINIMUM APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

An online application and any documents listed below must be submitted for completion of application:

Current Resume
Two (2) professional reference letters; One (1) reference must be from a current supervisor
(Reference letters must be signed & dated within 1 year of closing date)
Evidence of California Administrative credential

Copies of required certificates, transcripts or diplomas may be submitted with application. District may require that originals be presented for verification prior to employment. Please check with Human Resources regarding acceptable documents. For positions requiring college course work official transcripts will be required upon employment.

It is the applicant's responsibility to meet all application requirements and supply copies of all required documents. A separate set of paperwork is required for each application submitted. All application materials submitted become the property of Bakersfield City School District.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse Neglect Reporting Act.

The Bakersfield City School District wishes to thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Positions may be re advertised or application deadlines extended at the discretion of the District. Unless otherwise notified by the District, applications received in response to this bulletin will be considered for available District positions in this classification during the current school year. Those meeting minimum qualifications, including passage of required tests, will remain active during this time. Applicants will not be individually notified of their application status.

AB2534 and SB848

Effective January 1, 2025, Assembly Bill (AB2534) and January 1, 2026, Senate Bill (SB848),
mandates all certificated and classified applicants provide a complete and accurate list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, and/or state special school (Local Educational Agencies (LEA)) where the applicant has previously worked, regardless of the length of service, including full-time, part-time and substitute employment. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. Failure to disclose any previous educational employment and/or providing false information in a job application may result in the disqualification of your application.

Any candidates contacting, directly or indirectly, any member of the Board of Education and/or administration with the intention of influencing their or another candidates selection to any administrative position shall be disqualified without recourse.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied and any of the provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. BCSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ethnicity or race, which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks, and twists, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identifications, religion, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, physical disability, mental disability, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, medical information, genetic information, homelessness, foster status, military veteran status, political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws consistent with Education Code 200, 220 and 234.1, Penal Code 422.55, Government Code 11135, Section 504, and Title IX. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the District's Chief Equity Compliance Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator, Rona Chacon Mellon, by phone at (661) 631-4864, by email at [email protected], or in person at 1300 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Copies of BCSD's Uniform Complaint policy, Sexual Harassment policy, and Nondiscrimination policies are available upon request.

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