Leader in Residence

Wonderful College Prep Academy is a charter network in California's Central Valley committed to providing a world-class education for all students. The Academy's mission is to graduate students prepared to earn a college degree and set them on a promising career path for life. We believe this begins with a nurturing, engaging, community-centered school environment where students develop a strong, well-rounded academic foundation. Ultimately, this will prepare generations of leaders in the Central Valley who are critical thinkers and lifelong learners.

The Academy's first school opened in Delano in 2009, serving students from across the Central Valley in grades 6-12. In 2016, we moved to our new, state-of-the-art college prep campus in Delano, and in the Fall of 2017, added an elementary school in Delano and opened a second charter school in Lost Hills. In Delano, we serve over 1,800 students in grades TK-12, while in Lost Hills, we serve over 400 students in grades TK-12. 

All students have access to technology, from hands-on-STEM learning for younger students in a fully equipped "maker's space" to one-to-one school-provided devices for all students. The Academy aims to provide every opportunity for our students that often is not found in public or charter schools, including the ability to graduate from high school with a free associate degree. Through a unique partnership with Bakersfield College, our students enroll in college classes starting in 9th grade and complete all their A-G requirements, in addition to their AS Degree requirements, over the course of four years. In addition, all graduates are eligible to earn a four-year renewable college scholarship through the generous support of Lynda and Stewart Resnick.

We seek thoughtful, inclusive, skilled communicators and creative problem solvers who value continuous learning and who are excited to serve our students and families. Now is the time to join a team making enduring change within the Central Valley of California and beyond!

Wonderful College Prep Academy has a unique partnership with the Wonderful Company. Click here to learn more about the Wonderful Company's other great philanthropic partnerships.

The Leader in Residence supports both the School Site Principal and Administration and Curriculum & Instruction Teams: 

With School Site Principal and Administration: 

• Support a vision of powerful teaching and learning with an urgency to prepare students to thrive in universities and careers.
• Support with the facilitation of professional development and running small teacher groups.
• Support with instructional interventions in core content classes by data monitoring and Tier 2 instruction.
• Support with Tier 1 school culture and developing teachers in classroom management.

With Curriculum and Instruction: 

• Develop coaching plans to move instructional practices with the Curriculum and Instruction team.
• Support C&I with the academic vision.
• Provide instructional coaching of literacy and/or math teachers through routine observations and feedback, modeling, and co-teaching in alignment with the organization-wide strategic plan and under the direction of the Senior Director of Academics. Communicates high-level feedback to principals on teacher development and support of those assigned to a coaching caseload.
• Sustainable action plans that incorporate concrete steps that will result in improved outcomes for students in literacy and/or math, with achievable targets until 100% of our students are proficient in literacy.
• Other duties as assigned.

• California Clear teaching credential, required 
• Must be enrolled in an administrative program
• 2 - 3 years' experience as Teacher of Record 
• High proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and interact with employees at all levels of the organization in a positive manner
• Superb interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Great problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
• A passion for advancing the education of students in the Central Valley of California
• Possession of a valid driver's license

Working Conditions:

•  Environment: Office environment; fast-paced work, constant interruptions.
• Physical requirements: Hearing and speaking to exchange information, make presentations and communicate over the telephone; seeing to read, prepare, and proofread documents and view computer monitors; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies; lifting light objects; ability to go to sites apart from primary office to conduct business.

Position Duration: Expected to be about 12 months, beginning approximately June 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Pay Range: $82,340.59 - $122,176.33. Final compensation will depend on skills & experience.

Compensation: 

• Wonderful College Prep Academy offers highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience. 
• Full-time staff benefits include medical coverage, dental, vision, and life insurance at no cost to the employee.  
• For eligible employees, WCPA contributes 19% to CalSTRS. Alternatively, employees may participate in a 403(b) plan with up to 5% employer match (if not receiving CalSTRS contributions).  
• Employees have free access to the Wonderful Wellness Center and gym.  

Quality of Life in the Central Valley: 

Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, California's Central Valley is one of the world's most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Company's agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life, low cost of living, and a host of diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting, fishing, skiing, and surfing -- all within a two-hour drive -- the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer. 

Wonderful College Prep Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

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