Frequently Asked Questions

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Letters of verification are prepared based on written requests only. We do not release any information regarding employees over the telephone. Requests for letters can be made by completing a request form in the Human Resources office. Lenders may obtain verification of your employment by submitting their written request along with your signed authorization. Twenty-four (24) to forty-eight (48) hours are required to complete these letters. Requests may be submitted to us by mail, in person, or by FAX at (661) 324-3274.

The telephone number for the SFE is (661) 578-6618. All employees, substitutes, and administrators are given an instruction pamphlet for operating within the SFE. You may access the Quick Reference Sheets on the Human Resources webpage under the Handbooks link. You may also contact the designated employee mentor at your school site. Please call the help desk at (661) 631-4861 should you need assistance.

Professional growth salary increases are posted three (3) times a year for certificated employees and two (2) times a year for classified employees. Certificated deadline dates are October 5th, February 5th, and June 30th. Classified deadline dates are October 5th and February 5th. Official transcripts or grade cards must be submitted to Human Resources by the deadline date for salary advancement. Salary changes are effective on the first (1st) of either October or February or July 1st for the June 30th deadline.

The following days are established as holidays for twelve-month employees when they fall during the regular workweek or as defined in Education Code and identified in the school calendar:

• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veteran’s Day
• Admissions Day or designated alternative
• Thanksgiving Day and the following day
• Christmas Day and one additional day
• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Lincoln Day
• Washington Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day

Every day appointed by the President of the United States or the Governor of California

To qualify for the emergency 30-Day substitute credential, you must have a bachelor’s degree and have passed CBEST. Please contact Ilse Elias Silva at (661)631-4861 for additional information.

The Bakersfield City School District requires that applicants complete and submit all required paperwork in order to be considered for the substitute teacher list. Currently, those requirements are completed application, resume, placement file or 2 letters of recommendation, copy of CBEST card, and copy of a complete set of transcripts. After submission of the completed application packet, you will be contacted to attend a substitute teacher orientation.

The Bakersfield City School District prepares a personnel file for all employees, so the above-listed paperwork must be submitted. If a credential has been applied for with the County office or another school district, it is not necessary to reapply for a credential with each district; however, verification of credential must be submitted.

To view a list of places to get a typing certificate, please click here. Please note that we do not accept certificates from employment agencies. Valid certificates must be dated within the last three years.

To review current vacancies go to our Career Opportunities page. The page is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and updated weekly.

The Bakersfield City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The Bakersfield City School District does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race or ethnicity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex or gender, age, color, national origin or nationality, religion, limited proficiency in English, sexual orientation, or anyone associated with a person or group with one or more of the above actual or perceived characteristics or sexual orientation, religion, ancestry, ethnic group, marital or parental status, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.

Nondiscrimination in Employment 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, race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identifications, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or 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, 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 Compliance and Title IX Officer, Erin Johnston, by phone at (661) 631-4663, by email at johnstone@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. Links to information, policies, complaint procedures, and forms related to discrimination and harassment can be found on the link provided below.

Nondiscrimination in District Programs

The Bakersfield City School District is committed to maintaining a safe workplace and learning environment that is free of sexual harassment and retaliation. The Board of Education prohibits sexual harassment of students, job applicants, employees, contractors, or any other individuals including but not limited to parents and vendors. The Board also prohibits retaliatory behavior or action against persons who complain, testify, assist or otherwise participate in investigations of complaints regarding sexual harassment. Sexual harassment may, in certain circumstances, be a violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, and/or Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as California law. All persons including applicants, employees, students, and independent contractors are protected under this policy.

Sexual Harassment Policy

Anyone who wishes to file a complaint may utilize the District’s Uniform Complaint Procedures by contacting:

Erin Johnston
Director I
1300 Baker Street
Bakersfield, California 93305
(661) 631-4663
johnstone@bcsd.com

Uniform Complaint Procedures Policy 

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Uniform Complaint Procedures
Uniform Complaint Procedures (Spanish)

Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures
Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures (Spanish)