Director of Advanced Academics at Compton Unified School District
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Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
4/27/2026
Contact
Carmen Ochoa
310-639-4321 55048
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$132,485 - $161,023 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
$1,200 Annual Stipend for earned doctorate degree from an accredited college or university.
Length of Work Year
12 Months / 223 workdays
Employment Type
Full Time
About the Employer
CUSD Non-Discrimination Statement The Compton Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (Including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Ja'Maiia Bond, Sr. Director, 2300 West Caldwell Street, Compton, CA 90220, (310) 639-4321 Ext. 63107, Title IX Coordinator: Carlos Moran, Executive Director, 501 Santa Fe Ave., Compton, CA 90221, (310) 639-4321, Ext. 55041, camoran@compton.k12.ca.us, and Section 504 Coordinator: JaMaiia Bond, 2300 West Caldwell Street, CA 90220 (310) 639-4321 Ext. 63107.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Superintendent or designee, the Director of Advanced Academics provides visionary leadership and system-wide coordination of the district's Advanced Academics portfolio (grades 6-12), with a primary focus on expanding access to Advanced Placement (AP), increasing AP exam performance, and building a coherent, high-quality instructional model across all advanced coursework. This role is central to ensuring that high-potential students are identified early, developed intentionally, and retained within district pathways, including Early College High Schools, AP programs, and other advanced learning opportunities.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A. California clear single subject teaching credential B. California Administrative Services Credential C. Master's degree required (Doctorate preferred) D. Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience teaching Advanced Placement courses, Adwith demonstrated evidence of: • Consistently strong AP exam pass rates (3+) • High levels of AP student participation and exam completion • Ability to develop students' analytical writing, problem-solving, and college-level thinking skills E. Successful experience as a secondary site administrator (assistant principal or principal) or district-level leader F. Demonstrated success in: • Expanding AP or advanced academic programs at scale • Increasing student achievement and AP performance outcomes across diverse student groups • Leading instructional improvement efforts tied to measurable results G. Preferred Experience: • Experience leading or coordinating AP programs, Early College programs, or advanced academic pathways at the site or district level • Experience designing or leading professional development for AP teachers • Experience with master scheduling to increase equitable access to advanced coursework • Experience building middle school to high school academic pipelines (grades 6-12)
YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS: A. Letter of interest stating your qualifications and experience related to the position for which you are applying B. Current resume. Important Note: Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin application. AB 2534 and SB848 - Mandatory Employment Disclosure, and the Work Experience sections must be completed. C. Three letters of reference from immediate supervisors signed and dated within the past two years. D. Copy of valid California administrative services credential, California clear teaching credential, and transcripts confirming your earned master's degree.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A. California clear single subject teaching credential B. California Administrative Services Credential C. Master's degree required (Doctorate preferred) D. Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience teaching Advanced Placement courses, Adwith demonstrated evidence of: • Consistently strong AP exam pass rates (3+) • High levels of AP student participation and exam completion • Ability to develop students' analytical writing, problem-solving, and college-level thinking skills E. Successful experience as a secondary site administrator (assistant principal or principal) or district-level leader F. Demonstrated success in: • Expanding AP or advanced academic programs at scale • Increasing student achievement and AP performance outcomes across diverse student groups • Leading instructional improvement efforts tied to measurable results G. Preferred Experience: • Experience leading or coordinating AP programs, Early College programs, or advanced academic pathways at the site or district level • Experience designing or leading professional development for AP teachers • Experience with master scheduling to increase equitable access to advanced coursework • Experience building middle school to high school academic pipelines (grades 6-12)
YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS: A. Letter of interest stating your qualifications and experience related to the position for which you are applying B. Current resume. Important Note: Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin application. AB 2534 and SB848 - Mandatory Employment Disclosure, and the Work Experience sections must be completed. C. Three letters of reference from immediate supervisors signed and dated within the past two years. D. Copy of valid California administrative services credential, California clear teaching credential, and transcripts confirming your earned master's degree.
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