Vice Principal - Special Education Programs at Kern County Superintendent of Schools
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Site Principal, the Vice Principal of Special Education Programs will model excellent educational practices and theories, develop and maintain the Special Education program, and build a positive relationship with the school, parents and other community members. Work with other principals/coordinators and direct in providing leadership to the staff in determining objectives and identifying program needs as the basis for developing long and short-range plans related to special education. Assist in the supervision of both Certificated and Classified Special Education staff as assigned in accordance with the program’s adopted uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment, recommend appropriate action in cases of substandard performances, and identify and encourage individual teachers with leadership potential. Provide support for assessment, low incidence equipment and assistive technology devices and I.E.P. writing. Communicate effectively with schools, related agencies and parents relative to student’s education program, progress and school attendance. This position is located in Bakersfield, CA.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Credentials: • Must possess or be eligible for a valid Administration credential. • Must possess a valid teaching or pupil personnel services credential. Experience: • Successful experience in a special education setting with children, ages birth – 22, with moderate/severe disabilities. • Experience working with students, ages early childhood through 8th grade, who may be Deaf or hard of hearing, have delays related to autism or other moderate to severe disabilities is preferred. Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver’s license and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage. Fingerprint clearance by both 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.
In addition to submitting the certificated application, qualified candidates should upload:
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Letter of Interest)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters from within last three (3) years.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Credentials: • Must possess or be eligible for a valid Administration credential. • Must possess a valid teaching or pupil personnel services credential. Experience: • Successful experience in a special education setting with children, ages birth – 22, with moderate/severe disabilities. • Experience working with students, ages early childhood through 8th grade, who may be Deaf or hard of hearing, have delays related to autism or other moderate to severe disabilities is preferred. Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver’s license and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage. Fingerprint clearance by both 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.
In addition to submitting the certificated application, qualified candidates should upload:
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Letter of Interest)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters from within last three (3) years.)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.”
Comments and Other Information
“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.”
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
6/23/2026
Contact
Alejandrina Contreras
661-636-4752
661-636-4752
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$119,349 - $135,022 Annually
$119,349 - $135,022 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
$119,349-$135,022 per year based on 6 steps. Maximum entry $125,390. Additional $1,600 stipend for Doctorate degree.
Length of Work Year
210 days/12 months per year, 8 hours per day
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
Prepaid medical, vision, and dental plans are provided for the employee and eligible family members.