Director, Educational Services at Petaluma City Schools
About the Employer
Developing Effective Communicators & Critical Thinkers Petaluma City Schools delivers a high-quality, diverse, equitable, and inclusive education to all student scholars so they creatively explore interests, collaboratively solve problems, and fully develop as resilient, caring, and responsible members of our community. We believe: * All students have infinite potential and value. * Diversity is an asset that strengthens and enriches our learning community. * Safe and caring learning environments help students reach high levels of achievement. * An engaged and supportive community is essential to student and organizational success. * Collaborative teams and shared decision making are critical to student success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services, the Director works with schools to provide instructional leadership and support related to instruction, intervention and categorical programs; serves as an integral team member responsible for the development and implementation of curricular programs and improvement strategies across all schools; reports to and assists the Assistant Superintendent, Educational services to meet the needs of students, school leaders and teachers to ensure that student learning and achievement are maximized and capacity is built in principal and teacher instructional leadership; and to do job-related work as required.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree required Valid California Administrative Services Credential Minimum of five years successful experience in teaching and educational leadership Experience in curriculum, instruction, professional development, or instructional leadership Preferred Qualifications: Successful principal experience (3+ years) Experience leading district committees, instructional initiatives, or professional development systems Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred Experience supporting designated/integrated ELD and systems that improve access, opportunity, and achievement learners
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Minimum of 3 letters required.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree required Valid California Administrative Services Credential Minimum of five years successful experience in teaching and educational leadership Experience in curriculum, instruction, professional development, or instructional leadership Preferred Qualifications: Successful principal experience (3+ years) Experience leading district committees, instructional initiatives, or professional development systems Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred Experience supporting designated/integrated ELD and systems that improve access, opportunity, and achievement learners
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Minimum of 3 letters required.)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Offer of employment is contingent upon fingerprint clearance. There is a fee required by the Department of Justice, payable by the district, to process fingerprint clearance. Evidence that applicant is free from tuberculosis in accordance with Education Code 49406 is required.
1st round of interviews: June 10, 2026
2nd round of interviews: June 12, 2026
Comments and Other Information
Offer of employment is contingent upon fingerprint clearance. There is a fee required by the Department of Justice, payable by the district, to process fingerprint clearance. Evidence that applicant is free from tuberculosis in accordance with Education Code 49406 is required.
1st round of interviews: June 10, 2026
2nd round of interviews: June 12, 2026
Application Deadline
5/26/2026 1:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/13/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$158,913 - $189,917 Annually
$158,913 - $189,917 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Plus advanced degrees stipends and Health & Welfare benefits ($14,916 annually)
Length of Work Year
219 Work Days
Employment Type
Full Time
Start Date
July 1, 2026
Location
District Office
FTE
1.0