Principal, John Bidwell Elementary (TK-6) (MAN-400) at Sacramento City Unified School District
About the Employer
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Job Summary
Job Summary
BASIC FUNCTION: Serves as educational leader and administrator of a school, with general direction provided by area superintendent; establishes and maintains effective relationships with students, staff, parents, and community organizations; and performs other work as required. John Bidwell Elementary School is a vital part of the Sacramento City Unified School District, serving K-6 students from south Sacramento. John Bidwells mission is to provide all students with a rigorous educational program that will challenge them and develop the skills needed to become productive members of society. John Bidwell has been a central hub of the community for many years. John Bidwell’s student body of approximately 260 students reflects the rich diversity and culture of its geographic location: 48% of its students are Hispanic/Latino, 15% African-American, and 27% Asian. 85% of students are from socio-economically disadvantaged households, 20% are English Learners, and 12.5% receive Special Education services. The Principal of John Bidwell Elementary School will need to: -Provide a kind, Caring and Collaborative Climate. -Strong Collaboration with Community Schools Partnership. -Address student performance in English and Math, especially among certain student groups such as Hispanic, African American, English Learners, and Students with Disabilities. -Engage with stakeholders including teachers, staff, and families to build an educational program that provides equity and access for all students, through SSC and ELAC. -Foster a nurturing and safe school environment through SEL, Restorative Practices, and development of MTSS. -Collaborate with the after school program to ensure an engaging and supportive Extended day school program. -Develop and implement processes to reduce chronic absences.
Requirements / Qualifications
TRAINING, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE: A bachelor's degree from an approved institution is required. Advanced degrees are preferred. A minimum of five years of certificated experience in public or private schools is required, and preference will be given for additional elementary school teaching experience, administrative, or supervisorial experience at the elementary level. Preference given to bilingual speakers, and expertise in vital programs within individual schools including, but not limited to, STEAM, Montessori, Dual Immersion, Waldorf, etc. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Hold a valid Administrative Services Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is required.
For full consideration include all of the following documents/information:
- Credential Copy (or Document Number listed on CTC/if enrolled in an intern program or preliminary program must provide letter from program verifying enrollment and expected completion of program (for intern program, letter must state you are intern eligible))
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 signed letters dated within 1 year of the application window, letters beyond 1 year or undated will not be accepted)
- Resume (current and up-to-date)
Requirements / Qualifications
TRAINING, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE: A bachelor's degree from an approved institution is required. Advanced degrees are preferred. A minimum of five years of certificated experience in public or private schools is required, and preference will be given for additional elementary school teaching experience, administrative, or supervisorial experience at the elementary level. Preference given to bilingual speakers, and expertise in vital programs within individual schools including, but not limited to, STEAM, Montessori, Dual Immersion, Waldorf, etc. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Hold a valid Administrative Services Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is required.
For full consideration include all of the following documents/information:
- Credential Copy (or Document Number listed on CTC/if enrolled in an intern program or preliminary program must provide letter from program verifying enrollment and expected completion of program (for intern program, letter must state you are intern eligible))
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 signed letters dated within 1 year of the application window, letters beyond 1 year or undated will not be accepted)
- Resume (current and up-to-date)
Comments and Other Information
Your 3 Professional References (section after "Work Experience") should consist of at least (1) from a current supervisor*. Reference Checks will be conducted as part of the interview process.
*Internal candidates: if your current supervisor is the hiring manager (Enrique Flores) you must provide a professional reference from an alternate superior (Current or former). You may not list the hiring manager as a professional reference.
Please note this is a vacancy for the 25-26 school year. All requirements (including credentials) must be met by the beginning of the school year; failure to provide all necessary information will remove your application from consideration.
The Sacramento City Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, race or ethnicity, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer: Melinda Iremonger — 5735 47th Avenue, Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7446 - melinda-iremonger@scusd.edu; Chief Human Resources Officer and Lead Negotiator: Cancy McArn - 5735 47th Avenue, Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7474 - Cancy-mcarn@scusd.edu
Comments and Other Information
Your 3 Professional References (section after "Work Experience") should consist of at least (1) from a current supervisor*. Reference Checks will be conducted as part of the interview process.
*Internal candidates: if your current supervisor is the hiring manager (Enrique Flores) you must provide a professional reference from an alternate superior (Current or former). You may not list the hiring manager as a professional reference.
Please note this is a vacancy for the 25-26 school year. All requirements (including credentials) must be met by the beginning of the school year; failure to provide all necessary information will remove your application from consideration.
The Sacramento City Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, race or ethnicity, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer: Melinda Iremonger — 5735 47th Avenue, Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7446 - melinda-iremonger@scusd.edu; Chief Human Resources Officer and Lead Negotiator: Cancy McArn - 5735 47th Avenue, Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7474 - Cancy-mcarn@scusd.edu
Application Deadline
3/27/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/17/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$128,551 - $161,216 Annually
$128,551 - $161,216 Annually
Length of Work Year
211 days
Employment Type
Full Time
Location(s):
1730 65th Ave, Sacramento, CA 95822
Position Status
Clear
Hours per Day
8
Days per Week
5
FTE
1.0
Funding Source
General