Danny J. Bakewell, Sr. Primary Center - Principal

INFORMATION ON SCHOOL SITE(S):

DANNY J. BAKEWELL SR. PRIMARY CENTER

PRINCIPAL, ELEMENTARY

The Los Angeles Unified School District seeks an outstanding Principal to support the students, staff, and community at Danny J. Bakewell, Sr. Primary Center towards achieving academic success for all students.

Danny J. Bakewell, Sr. Primary Center serves Preschool for All Learners (PALS), Universal Transitional Kindergarten (UTK) and Kindergarten. It operates on a traditional calendar, serving approximately 165 scholars. The student body is Latino (74%), African American (19%) and other (7%). Approximately 23% of our students are English Learners, while another 16% receive Special Education Services, aligned to their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Our school qualifies as a School-wide Title I institution, with 98% of our students identified as Economically Disadvantaged. Additionally, 7% of the students are experiencing homelessness. Danny J Bakewell, Sr. Primary Center is located at 8621 S.  Baring Cross St., Los Angeles, CA 90044. For more information, please visit our website https://bakewellsrpc.lausd.org/ 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

will bring a strong instructional background, demonstrated leadership experience, and a commitment to increasing student achievement. They must be able to supervise instruction, lead during times of transition, and foster a nurturing, student-centered school culture. The candidate should have exceptional oral and written communication skills; the ability to empower teacher leaders; and a collaborative, open-door leadership style that engages all stakeholders—including faculty, staff, students, and parents. This individual must be highly organized, flexible, and capable of effectively multitasking and problem-solving in a fast-paced educational environment. A deep knowledge of the California Common Core State Standards, the LAUSD Teaching and Learning Framework, and the School Leadership Framework is essential. They should be skilled in analyzing data to inform instruction and in designing and implementing differentiated professional development to meet the diverse needs of staff and students. Additionally, the ideal candidate must have experience with school budgets and operations; demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and support the academic, social, emotional, psychological, and physical needs of all learners. Most importantly, this candidate must embody a genuine desire to serve the community and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to create a nurturing, high-achieving learning environment where every student can thrive.

SALARY:

40G - E Basis ($123,618 - $153,961) – 234 paid days

• For employees who change basis during the school year, this basis change may prevent them from earning a full year of service credit.  
• For an annualized employee who is changing basis during the year, this change may result in an annualized “settlement” (i.e., the process by which the District resolves an under or overpayment).
• Selected individual may be subject to displacement due to norm allocation and seniority based RIF provisions or due to budget limitations.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (PUBLIC SCHOOL SETTING):

• Eight years of successful full-time public school district certificated service
• A minimum of three years of experience as a teacher in a K-12 program
• A minimum of two years of experience in an elementary school
• Two years of service in a position that required and utilized an administrative credential, such as assistant principal or equivalent position.

Employees who have been issued a below standard Performance Evaluation, or Notice of Unsatisfactory Act(s) and/or Suspension shall be ineligible for application to any promotion process for one calendar year following the issuance of such a Notice

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

(All minimum requirements must be met on or before the filing deadline.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that documentation of minimum requirements is on file with the Human Resources Administrative Selection Unit. For information on submitting your documentation, please call (213) 241-6886)

• A valid California teaching credential requiring a Bachelor's degree and a program of professional preparation, including student teaching
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential                      • Multicultural coursework*
• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university    • District Master Plan requirements*

*Candidates have one year to complete this requirement

For all school based administrative positions, candidates must be in the appropriate LAUSD eligible pool for the position or currently serving in the class for which they are applying. In order to be placed in the eligible pool, candidates must successfully complete the appropriate LAUSD Aspiring Administrator Program.  Qualified applicants not in an eligible pool from within or outside LAUSD may be considered if fewer than five applicants from the eligible pool apply for the position.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To be considered, you must submit the following:

1. Letter of Intent that describes successful experience in the following areas:

• Instructional Leadership: Promoting instructional coherence and effective best practices for young learners
• Teacher Coaching and Development: Coaching and supporting teachers, providing actionable feedback, leading professional development, and fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth
• Experience leading opportunities for family and community engagement that empower parents/families as partners in their child's academic achievement

1. Current resume (include employee number, if a District employee)
2. Upload as a separate attachment, a list of four (4) references with valid contact information including your current supervisor, parent/community member, a classified staff member and a teacher

FOR INFORMATION ONLY, PLEASE CONTACT:

Dr. Michelle A. Rappino, Regional Director

mrappino@lausd.net

Region South

(310) 354-3400

DEADLINE: AUGUST 31, 2026

The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotions

Non-Discrimination Policy