Superintendent-in-Residence
Dr. Jill Baker is an educational leader who believes that great leadership starts with listening, learning, and creating the conditions for others to thrive. Her leadership helped shape one of the nation’s most respected urban school districts, serving as Teacher, Principal, Assistant Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent before becoming the first female Superintendent of the Long Beach Unified School District from 2020 to 2026. Whether leading a large urban school district or coaching the next generation of educational leaders, she remains passionate about developing people, fostering collaboration, and creating lasting, meaningful change.
Education
Dr. Baker holds a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from University of California, Irvine, a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from California State University, Long Beach and a Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Southern California.