Substitute Administrator Eligibility Pool (2026-27)

Young World Physical Education; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 67,826 - 88,998; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a Substitute Administrator for the Oakland Unified School District. The role focuses on improving student achievement, supporting teachers, and managing school operations. The ideal candidate should have a Master's Degree, administrative credentials, and experience in the Oakland Unified Schools.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, analyzing student data to inform decisions, and engaging parents in the educational process. The position starts immediately and offers a competitive daily salary of $425.50.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher with graduate courses and a minimum of three years teaching experience.
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential for principal service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students and staff for academic improvement.
• Manage and evaluate staff using effective methods.
• Engage parents in student learning and support.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Data analysis

Effective communication

Community building

Management strategies

Education

Master's Degree or higher

Valid Clear Administrative Services Credential

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Substitute Administrator Eligibility Pool (2026-27). Oakland Unified School District Substitute Assignment (Various locations) - Oakland, California

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Details

Job ID: 5760757
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jun 04, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $425.50 Per Day

Job Categories: Substitute

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTIONS: Enable all children to achieve at high levels. Ensure that every child receives an excellent, free, public education. Lead teachers, staff and community members in creating a collaborative learning community.

Representative Duties

The following essential functions reflect the principal job elements. Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions listed below; this description is not intended to be exhaustive.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Improve student achievement by nurturing excellent teaching and learning and building a safe and supportive student culture.
• Supervise students and staff.
• Use data to inform decisions about instruction.
• Distribute leadership across staff, students.
• Manage and evaluate staff using sound methods.
• Engage parents in student learning and site functioning.
• Develop and empower teams.
• Build trust to facilitate change.
• Plan strategically.
• Schedule and manage effectively.
• Manage personal and staff time and priorities.
• Build and maintain network of support outside the school.

Minimum Qualifications

• Any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to: Master’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university with graduate courses and minimum of three (3) years teaching experience;
• Valid Clear Administrative Services Credential for California authorizing service as a principal.
• Employment eligibility that may include fingerprints, health (TB) and/or other employment clearance.
• Experience working in Oakland Unified Schools is preferred.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• California content frameworks and standard
• Numerous, proven, successful instructional practices
• Leadership skills, management strategies and community building techniques
• Local policies, state and federal laws relating to minors
• Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint

Ability to:

• Provide effective instructional leadership
• Create a nurturing and safe learning environment based on high expectations for all students
• Develop collaborative, professional learning communities
• Analyze data and use it to make decisions
• Provide professional development and coaching to teachers
• Distribute leadership among administrators, teachers, staff, parents, students & community members
• Effectively manage staffing, budget, facility, and other administrative responsibilities
• Build and lead the school community in attaining community, school-based, district, state and federal goals
• Use relational databases, web-based tools, the internet and other technologies
• Calmly and efficiently handle crises and solve problems
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Manage competing priorities and time

Work Conditions

Environment: Office environment; fast-paced work; constant interruptions. Employee may work in outside weather conditions. Noise level is usually moderate to extreme.

Physical Demands: Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and make presentations; dexterity to operate a computer; seeing to monitor activities and read documents; sitting or standing for extended periods; kneeling, bending, reaching overhead and horizontally; lifting light objects.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.

Contact Information

• OUSD Talent
• Email: [e-mail]