Academic Coach

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Openings as of 7/31/2026

Academic Coach

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ Academic Coach
• Date Posted: 7/30/2026
• Location:
  
  All sites
• Closing Date: 08/12/2026

• Valid California teaching credential authorizing service in area of assignment
• Five years of successful classroom teaching experience
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Experience working with diverse learners in English Language Arts and/or Mathematics
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Specialized training in reading/language arts, math and/or English Language Development (ELD) preferred
• Experience providing professional development to staff and/or implementation of the coaching cycle.

REPORTS TO:

Principal

JOB GOAL:
To provide professional development, coaching, and support for teachers in literacy, math and/or ELD methodology and effective strategies; to guide and support the Professional Learning Community; assist teachers by modeling literacy and early intervention strategies in the classroom; to provide training and support for teachers in navigating the curriculum and planning reading/language arts, math and/or ELD instruction

• Works with teachers to help analyze and improve instructional practices (i.e., coaching cycle)
• Provides feedback and professional development for teachers on deconstruction of grade level standards, instructional strategies and classroom practices aligned to research and standards-based instruction
• Conducts modeled demonstration lessons and assists with curriculum to ensure that all students achieve mastery with grade level content standards
• Supports teachers with development of students' critical thinking, problem solving, creative, collaborative and communication skills at high levels to shape resilient learners
• Assists with administration of ongoing formative and District assessments and data analysis
• Attends and provides support during professional learning community meetings to assist teachers in utilizing data to align instruction rigor of grade level standards
• Collaborates with teachers and administration to integrate culturally responsive strategies and methodologies into classroom practice
• Assists teachers in planning appropriate intervention and differentiation strategies for students, including English Language learners, students with disabilities, and all students with diverse needs
• Meets regularly with site administrators, teachers, and district instructional support staff to further communication and strengthen instructional support to school staff
• Supports effective implementation of school site and District initiatives
• Attends specialized training in coaching, reaching/language arts, math and/or ELD
• Models personal and professional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, personal and collective accountability
• Performs other related duties as assigned

$78,145 - $133,656, annually; 190 day

Max. salary includes educational stipends

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

• Resume
• Credential authorizing service in area of assignment
• Complete contact information for three (3) professional references (One reference must be current/recent supervisor)

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.

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 Final date to receive applicationss 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…