Principal

JobID: 2985

Position Type:
Administration (Certificated)/Principal

Date Posted:
1/8/2026

Location:
All sites

Date Available:
07/01/2026

Closing Date:
01/21/2026

PRINCIPAL
2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Eligibility Pool for Elementary, Jr. High/Middle School

1. Valid California administrative services credential

2. Master’s Degree preferred

3. Minimum of three years successful site administrative experience or other related experience

4. Successful teaching or related experience with at-risk students including English Learner and gifted students

5. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with staff and the public

6. Work irregular hours/days; including evenings, weekends and holidays, and be on-call for emergencies, travel, work at any employer location or be reassigned

7. Apply laws, codes, regulations, policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements, local, state, and federal standards and requirements governing school site operations

8. Adapt to changing technological systems and computer software

9. Commit to California Professional Standards for Educational Leaders

REPORTS TO: Administrator as assigned

SUPERVISES: Staff as assigned

JOB GOAL: To develop and implement a shared vision that promotes equity and excellence by fostering trust, collaboration, and mutual respect among all educational partners. Provide instructional leadership by utilizing data- driven practices, supporting effective Tier 1 instruction, and ensuring curriculum alignment to enhance student outcomes across diverse learning needs. Efficiently manage resources, promote staff professional growth, and cultivate meaningful family and community partnerships to support school goals and student success. Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment while preparing students for college, career, and lifelong achievement through innovative programs and support systems.

1. Develops and implements a shared vision that ensures equitable access, opportunities, and outcomes for all students

2. Builds and maintains trust, teamwork, and strong relationships with staff, students, families, and community members

3. Fosters a school climate grounded in integrity, ethics, and mutual respect

4. Guides decisions and school activities based on values, mission, vision, and goals of the school and district

5. Intentionally develops leadership capacity in assistant principals and staff for future leadership roles

6. Provides instructional leadership through data-driven decision-making, classroom observations, and actionable feedback

7. Oversees the implementation of Tier 1 instructional programs to meet diverse student needs

8. Leads staff professional learning and development to improve instructional practices and student outcomes

9. Guides curriculum and assessment alignment with standards and district expectations

10. Monitors student performance and uses accountability systems to improve teaching and learning

11. Monitors academic progress through measurable student outcomes in collaboration with School Leadership Team and School Site Council

12. Ensures grade level standards and proficiency targets are met at all grade levels

13. Implements strategies to support English Learner reclassification

14. Creates a supportive and inclusive environment to address the intellectual, social-emotional, and cultural needs of all students

15. Assists in the recruitment, selection, and evaluation of certificated and classified staff

16. Manages fiscal and human resources efficiently to support student learning and operational needs

17. Oversees budgeting and the allocation of funds for instructional materials and school programs outlined in the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA)

18. Aligns resources with multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) to promote intervention and acceleration for students

19. Builds meaningful relationships with families, especially underrepresented communities, to support student success

20. Organizes family engagement activities, including Parent Cafes, home visits, and other school events

21. Establishes and leverages community partnerships to meet student needs and enhance college and career readiness

22. Leads professional learning initiatives for staff aligned with school and district goals

23. Promotes a culture of continuous learning among staff to drive instructional improvement and leadership growth

24. Supports teacher collaboration and growth through coaching and mentorship

25. Ensures a safe, functional, and respectful learning environment for all students and staff as outlined in the School Safety Plan

26. Leads safety initiatives, campus supervision protocols, and professional development for emergency preparedness

27. Implements programs and events, such as college and career weeks, to prepare students for postsecondary success

28. Models personal and professional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, personal and collective accountability

29. Perform other related duties as assigned

30. Directs the development and implementation of student course selection and master schedule programs and procedures; understands credential authorizations in relation to teacher assignment and master schedule

31. Assures student preparedness for and transition to high school; administers student progress and educational evaluation programs and activities

SALARY: $150,784 - $180,645 annually (199 days) (max. salary includes longevity & educational stipends)


EVALUATION: 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 all documents listed below must be submitted by 8:00 p.m. on January 21, 2026.

1. Current Resume
2. Three (3) Recommendation letters of past evaluators
3. Letter of Introduction
4. Evidence of Administrative credential
5. Evidence of Master’s Degree

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, Erin Johnston, by phone at (661) 631-4663, by email at johnstone@bcsd.com, 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.