Activity Leader, Science 3.5 - 4 Hr.

ACTIVITY LEADER, SCIENCE 3.5 - 4 Hr. District Context and Commitment Located in the heart of Kern County, the Bakersfield City School District ("BCSD") is committed to providing safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environments across the entire organization. We serve a diverse community of students and families and are guided by a deep commitment to equity, access, and excellence in education.

BCSD values and respects every member of its community. We are dedicated to upholding the law, honoring the dignity of all individuals, and fostering a culture where students, families, and staff feel safe, supported, and heard. We seek employees who demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical decision-making, professionalism, and accountability, and who consistently act with integrity in service of our students and community.

Employees in BCSD are expected to model high standards of conduct, ensure compliance with all legal requirements, and contribute to a culture of trust, respect, and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent Evidence of completion of ten (10) college/university units in area of science or related area Current Activity Supervisor Clearance Certificate and/or criminal background clearance by Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics or reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematic readiness, as appropriate Knowledge of tools, equipment and materials necessary to facilitate hands-on science activities Demonstrated ability or willingness to work with children of diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, educational and economic backgrounds Ability to work with groups of students in instructional environment Ability to organize and implement variety of educational, recreational, playground, and science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics (S.

T.E.A.M.) activities Ability to follow oral and written directions Interest in enhancing student school attendance, positive behavior and well-being REPORTS TO: Administrator as assigned JOB GOAL: To assist in developing science based activities in order to help students gain appreciation and understanding of basic science principles.

To assist in implementation of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics instruction. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Adheres to full implementation of program guidelines and procedures of the Extended Learning Program Assists in developing and implementing science activities for participating students Works with individual students and groups of students as needed Works with parents and staff in promoting understanding of extended day program Participates in inservice training as required Assists in providing variety of activities related to physical fitness, fine arts, recreation, and prevention of unhealthful and inappropriate behavior Assists in selection and maintenance of supplies, materials and equipment Develops lesson plans related to instructional topics Assists with physical education activities as needed Assists in maintaining necessary records and files Maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students Models personal and professional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, personal and collective accountability Performs other related duties as assigned SALARY: $20.

53 - $33.36 per hour EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the District's "Improvement of Professional Services" handbook, Board Policies and Procedures and consistent with collective bargaining agreements when applicable NEW PROBATIONARY EMPLOYEES AND PERMANENT EMPLOYEES WHO BECOME PROBATIONARY UPON RECLASSIFICATION: A new employee, or a permanent employee who is changed to a new classification, shall serve a probationary period, which shall not exceed six (6) months of duty time exclusive of leaves of absence or other absences.

During this probationary period the employee must meet the required standards of performance to be recommended for permanent status in the classification. A probationary classified service employee may be terminated from the probationary classification at any time without cause, without right of appeal or hearing before the Board of Education.

Pursuant to Education Code section 45113, a permanent employee who accepts a promotion and fails to complete the probationary period for that promotional position, shall be employed in the classification from which he or she was promoted. MINIMUM APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: An online application and any required documents listed below must be submitted by: October 14, 2026 at 8:00 pm High school diploma AND Evidence of completion of ten (10) college/university units in area of science or related area AND Verification of one (1) of the following: Two years (48 semester units) of study at an accredited college or university Associate's or higher degree from an accredited college or university Passage of BCSD Paraprofessional Test CBEST Copies of required certificates, transcripts or diplomas may be submitted with application.

District may require that originals be presented for verification prior to employment. Please check with Human Resources regarding acceptable documents. For positions requiring college course work official transcripts will be required upon employment. It is the applicant's responsibility to meet all application requirements and supply copies of all required documents.

A separate set of paperwork is required for each application submitted. All application materials submitted become the property of Bakersfield City School District. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license.

Fingerprint clearance by 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. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse Neglect Reporting Act.

The Bakersfield City School District wishes to thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Positions may be re advertised or application deadlines extended at the discretion of the District. Unless otherwise notified by the District, applications received in response to this bulletin will be considered for available District positions in this classification during the current school year.

Those meeting minimum qualifications, including passage of required tests, will remain active during this time. Applicants will not be individually notified of their application status. 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. Any candidates contacting, directly or indirectly, any member of the Board of Education and/or administration with the intention of influencing their or another candidates 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 of the 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 District's Chief Equity Compliance Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator, Amanda Robinson, by phone at (661) 631-4663, by email at robinsona@bcsd.

com, or in person at 1300 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Copies of BCSD's Uniform Complaint policy, Sexual Harassment policy, and Nondiscrimination policies are available upon request.