Superintendent at Bassett Unified School District - Superintendent Search

Application Deadline

4/24/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted
3/17/2026
Contact
Vicki King
(858)344-5726
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$255,000 - $285,000 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Based on qualifications and experience
Length of Work Year
225 days, 24 vacation days
Employment Type
Full Time

Requirements / Qualifications

JOB OVERVIEW The Bassett Unified School District (BUSD) Board of Education is seeking a visionary leader to serve as its next Superintendent. Nestled in the eastern region of the San Gabriel Valley, the District’s 7 schools serve 2,876 Pre-K-12 students in the La Puente Valley. The District has a history of strong family engagement and offering robust academic programs that prepare students for individual growth and success in life, college and career. LEADERSHIP PROFILE The Bassett Unified School District desires a Superintendent who: • Leads with integrity, strong follow through, resourcefulness and discipline. • Authentically cares for students and remains student centered. • Maintains forward progress and contributes to the success of students and staff. • Exemplifies excellence in communication while fostering confidence and trust. • Cultivates a welcoming culture that values families and strengthens community connections. • Develops leadership of administrators, supports staff, holds themself accountable. • Demonstrates empathy and high EQ (emotional intelligence). • Participates as a collaborative member of the governance team. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED EXPERIENCE • A forward-thinking leader with a proven track record of success in a pre K-12 education setting • Cabinet level experience preferred • Site principal experience preferred • Administrative credential strongly preferred • Master’s degree from accredited college or university required • Doctorate preferred

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS • Completed EDJOIN application along with the following documents: • Cover Letter • Resume • Minimum of three (maximum of five) current Letters of Recommendation

Requirements / Qualifications

JOB OVERVIEW The Bassett Unified School District (BUSD) Board of Education is seeking a visionary leader to serve as its next Superintendent. Nestled in the eastern region of the San Gabriel Valley, the District’s 7 schools serve 2,876 Pre-K-12 students in the La Puente Valley. The District has a history of strong family engagement and offering robust academic programs that prepare students for individual growth and success in life, college and career. LEADERSHIP PROFILE The Bassett Unified School District desires a Superintendent who: • Leads with integrity, strong follow through, resourcefulness and discipline. • Authentically cares for students and remains student centered. • Maintains forward progress and contributes to the success of students and staff. • Exemplifies excellence in communication while fostering confidence and trust. • Cultivates a welcoming culture that values families and strengthens community connections. • Develops leadership of administrators, supports staff, holds themself accountable. • Demonstrates empathy and high EQ (emotional intelligence). • Participates as a collaborative member of the governance team. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED EXPERIENCE • A forward-thinking leader with a proven track record of success in a pre K-12 education setting • Cabinet level experience preferred • Site principal experience preferred • Administrative credential strongly preferred • Master’s degree from accredited college or university required • Doctorate preferred

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS • Completed EDJOIN application along with the following documents: • Cover Letter • Resume • Minimum of three (maximum of five) current Letters of Recommendation

Comments and Other Information

SELECTION PROCESS The Board of Education has retained advisers Ms. Vicki King and Dr. Lillian Maldonado French from Education Support Services (ESS) to engage in a confidential search to recruit the most qualified candidate for this position. Any direct or indirect contact with individual trustees during the recruitment or selection phase of the search will result in a candidate’s removal from the process. For more information, please contact: Ms. Vicki King vicki.king@essinformation.com 858-344-5726 Dr. Lillian Maldonado French lillian.french@eesinformation.com 714-401-4947

Comments and Other Information


SELECTION PROCESS The Board of Education has retained advisers Ms. Vicki King and Dr. Lillian Maldonado French from Education Support Services (ESS) to engage in a confidential search to recruit the most qualified candidate for this position. Any direct or indirect contact with individual trustees during the recruitment or selection phase of the search will result in a candidate’s removal from the process. For more information, please contact: Ms. Vicki King vicki.king@essinformation.com 858-344-5726 Dr. Lillian Maldonado French lillian.french@eesinformation.com 714-401-4947