Academic Coach School Year

Position Type:
Student Support Services

Date Posted:
1/12/2026

Location:
Various School Sites

Date Available:
August 2026

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled The Board of Trustees of the Panama-Buena Vista Union School District invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Academic Coach. The Academic Coach will be under the general direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services and the direct supervision of the site principal.


DESCRIPTION
The Academic Coach will build the capacity of teachers to meet the learning needs of all students.The Academic Coach will provide professional development, observation, coaching, and feedback for teachers to improve their content knowledge and effective delivery of instruction. The Academic Coach will provide support to the principal and school staff in data analysis, serve as a SST Coordinator, and assist with the implementation of intervention activities .


MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist in the implementation of a three-tiered model of instruction and intervention and provide support for socio-economically disadvantaged students, English learners, and foster youth.
2. Observe instruction by teachers and instructional intervention aides and provide feedback and coaching.
3. Assist grade level and/or subject area teams with the administration of assessments, data analysis, forming intervention groups, and planning instruction/intervention.
4. Provide professional development and modeling of effective instruction and intervention.
5. Provide training for new teachers and support services for teachers participating in District Induction programs.
6. Model instruction in reading or math to individuals or small groups of students.
7. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of programs at the school site.
8. Coordinate parent education activities that directly relate to student performance.
9. Maintain and monitor time schedules and documentation of provided services.
10. Provide support and coaching for teachers, which may include meeting with teachers beyond the teacher's scheduled workday.
11. Attend meetings and trainings and keep current with applicable state guidelines.
12. Complete the following courses prior to applying for the position or within the first 2 years serving as an Academic Coach:
    Cognitive Coaching
    Defining Mastery
    Data Analysis & Assessment
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must hold appropriate California Teaching Credential with English Learner Authorization; Administrative Services Credential or Master's Degree desirable.
2. At least five (5) years of successful classroom teaching experience, preferably at more than one grade level; must meet ESSA teacher qualification requirements.
3. Strong understanding of reading development, mathematical concepts, effectiveinstructional strategies, classroom management techniques, and the needs of socio-economically disadvantaged students, English learners, and foster youth. Reading authorization is desirable.
4. Must have current knowledge of Common Core State Standards, online assessment, state frameworks, age-appropriate curriculum, lesson design, district curriculum maps, and classroom technology.
5. Appearance, grooming, and personality that establishes a desirable model. Better than average recommendations from professionals who have observed personal characteristics, scholastic attainment, and classroom performance. Must be able to establish good working relationships with other professionals.

SALARY AND TERMS OF SERVICE
Annual Salary Range: $65,062 - $126,958, with 25 incremental steps. Step placement on the Academic Coach salary schedule is determined by the number of years of prior experience in the position classification within an accredited educational institution. Additionally, column placement on the salary schedule is determined by the number of educational-related post-baccalaureate units earned from a regionally accredited college or university (new hires are not eligible for placement on Column VII in their first year of District employment). Additional compensation of $1,500 per year for Master's Degree holders or additional compensation of $2,500 per year for Doctorate Degree holders.The District currently contributes up to $19,793.00 towards family, dental, medical, and vision insurance plans, along with a life insurance plan for the employee.


APPLICATION PROCEDURE


Internal contracted candidates submit a personal letter of interest, two letters of recommendation, and resume including background information, educational experience and achievements to the Human Resources Department to receive consideration for this position.
Submissions should be sent to:
Darryl Johnson, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
Panama-Buena Vista Union School District


External applicants must apply online and are required to submit transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and resume including background information, educational experience and achievements, and community and professional involvement.

SPECIAL NOTES

1. More than one interview may be required. Not every qualified candidate can expect to be interviewed. All requested information must be included to be considered for an interview.
2. Well qualified applicants will become part of a candidate pool and will be considered for interviews for academic coach openings that become available for the 2026-2027 school year.
3. Additional time may be required outside of the contract day to attend training, meetings and to account for the Academic Coach additional compensation
4. Academic Coaches will have the opportunity to serve as a mentor to no more than two (2) induction candidates for additional compensation
5. An additional categorically-funded Academic Coach position may be established at Title I Schools. The second Academic Coach may have a greater focus on the Secondary Duties and Responsibilities of the job description or both Coaches may mutually share job responsibilities.
6. The role of the Academic Coach is separate and apart from the evaluative role of the principal or supervisor of the teacher. The Coach advocates for, facilitates, and supports the work of the teacher, but never performs supervision or evaluation. The Coach should never confuse providing teachers with consultative feedback requiring professional judgment with the supervisory or evaluative responsibilities of the principal.
7. Position to be renewed annually contingent upon availability of program funds

Panama-Buena Vista Union School District prohibits discrimination, harassment (including sexual), intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. P-BVUSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying.
As required by California State Law, should you be employed by the district, your fingerprints will be submitted to the Justice Department and the FBI for a background check. Processing fee will be at the applicant's expense.
Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment (including sexual), intimidation and bullying or title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services at View phone number on click.appcast.io or 4200 Ashe Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313.