Teacher, Science, Grades K-6, Academy Program

TEACHER SCIENCE GRADES K-6 ACADEMY PROGRAM
(2026-2027 School Year)

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. California teaching credential (multiple subject credential with 12 semester/18 quarter units in science) or single subject science
2. Science major or minor desirable
3. Three years classroom teaching experience
4. Ability to teach science to K-6 students in STEAM laboratory environment
5. Ability to support teachers with implementation of Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
6. Ability to work in multiethnic environment

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL: To develop in each pupil an awareness of role of science in economic and social progress; to motivate each pupil to acquire knowledge and skills of scientific investigation principles and skills using the Engineering Process and Design Thinking to solve problems; to discover and develop special talents of pupils in scientific fields with a focus on STEAM activities while supporting classroom teachers in the planning and implementation of inquiry based NGSS lessons

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists school site in program implementation and alignment of instructional delivery in the Next Generation Science Standards
2. Teaches skills and scientific attitudes through courses in general science earth sciences biology chemistry physics physiology or science problems to K-6 pupils utilizing course of study adopted by Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities
3. Plans inquiry-based science lessons involving demonstrations lectures discussions and student investigations; organizes laboratory activities for optimal learning
4. Demonstrates scientific concepts by use of scientific instruments experiments investigations and standard or teacher-prepared models charts sketches and other instructional materials
5. Provides individual or small group instruction in order to adapt curriculum to needs of pupils and to accommodate circumstances where variety of projects and experiments are being worked on simultaneously
6. Instructs pupils in proper use care and safe handling of chemicals science equipment and plant and animal life
7. Provides for safe storage and proper use of materials equipment and tools; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to equipment as required
8. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior for productive learning environment during class sessions laboratory sessions and field trips and after school activities
9. Evaluates each pupils growth in knowledge skills and scientific attitudes in course being taught
10. Selects and requests books instructional aids science equipment chemicals and supplies and maintains inventory records as required cooperative with the principal or designee
11. Maintains professional competence through professional development provided by the District and self-selected professional growth activities
12. Identifies pupils needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping pupils solve health attitude and learning problems
13. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs
14. Collaborates with school administration in providing STEAM displays showcases and programs for school and community and in sponsoring STEAM activities
15. Assists pupils in selection and development of individual research projects
16. Cooperates with school administration in providing science displays science fair and programs for school and community and in sponsoring science activities
17. Communicates and collaborates with parents teachers and Academy Staff
18. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during assigned scheduled work day
19. Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities
20. Collaborates with teachers to help plan and implement NGSS based inquiry lessons in their respective classrooms
21. Models personal and professional values of equity integrity caring collaboration personal and collective accountability
22. Performs other related duties as assigned

SALARY: $74373 - $133656 annually


EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Districts Improvement of Professional Services handbook Board Policies and Proceduresand consistent with collective bargaining agreements when applicable

MINIMUMAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

An online application and any documents listed below must be submitted with the application on May 27 2026 by 8:00 pm.

1. Resume
2. Complete contact information for three (3) professional references
3. Evidence of California teaching credential (multiple subject credential with 12 semester/18 quarter units in science) or single subject science

Copies of required certificates transcripts or diplomas may be submitted with may require that originals be presented for verification prior to check with Human Resources regarding acceptable documents. For positionsrequiring college course work official transcripts will be required upon employment.

It is the applicants responsibility to meet all application requirements and supply copies of allrequired documents. A separate set of paperwork is required for each application application materials submitted become the property of Bakersfield City School District.

AB2534 and SB848

Effective January 1 2025 Assembly Bill (AB2534) and January 1 2026 Senate Bill (SB848) mandates all certificated and classified applicants provide a complete and accurate list of every school district county office of education charter school and/or state special school (Local Educational Agencies (LEA)) where the applicant has previously worked regardless of the length of service including full-time part-time and substitute employment. If multiple LEAs are within the same district only the district information is required. Failure to disclose any previous educational employment and/or providing false information in a job application may result in the disqualification of your application.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possessionof a valid California Motor Vehicle operators license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureauof Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after allother required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of ChildAbuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annuallythereafter as required by the California Child Abuse Neglect Reporting Act.

The Bakersfield City School District wishes to thank all applicants for their interest in thisposition. Positions may be re advertised or application deadlines extended at the discretionof the District. Unless otherwise notified by the District applications received in responseto this bulletin will be considered for available District positions in this classification duringthe current school year. Those meeting minimum qualifications including passage ofrequired tests will remain active during this time. Applicants will not be individually notifiedof their application status.

Any candidates contacting directly or indirectly any member of the Board ofEducation and/or administration with the intention of influencing their or anothercandidates selection to any administrative position shall be disqualified without recourse.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied and any ofthe provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. BCSD prohibits discrimination harassment intimidation and bullying in any employment practice education program or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age ethnicity or race which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids locks and twists color ancestry nationality national origin immigration status ethnic group identifications religion pregnancy marital status parental status physical disability mental disability sex (including sexual harassment) sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression medical information genetic information homelessness foster status military veteran status political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws consistent with Education Code 200 220 and 234.1 Penal Code 422.55 Government Code 11135 Section 504 and Title IX. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. If you believe you or your student have been subjected to discrimination harassment intimidation or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the Districts Chief Equity Compliance Officer Section 504 Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Erin Johnston by phone at by email at or in person at 1300 Baker Street Bakersfield CA 93305. Copies of BCSDs Uniform Complaint policy Sexual Harassment policy and Nondiscrimination policies are available upon request.