School Director III- Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall

THE POSITION: The Director shall provide educational and administrative leadership to the professional staff and students; support staff, teachers, and clerical; serve as a liaison with LA County Mental Health, LA County Probation, other county partners, community partners, and the public; interface daily with students, parents, and other stakeholders; and perform related duties as assigned by the LACOE central office. The Director must be a strong instructional leader. The position requires specialized subject matter expertise in alternative education and extensive knowledge in curriculum, instruction, positive behavior interventions and supports, student discipline, social-emotional teaching and learning, trauma-informed teaching, and project-based teaching and learning. The Director must also be highly organized and able to facilitate instructional processes and procedures, special education implementation and monitoring, specially funded programs, testing and evaluation, various budgets, and foster a culture of care among students and staff. Additionally, the director must have strong experience using data to drive continuous improvement, accountability, and supporting and building capacity among certificated and classified staff. Welcome to the Los Angeles County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining the LACOE family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support and an invigorating mission. The primary function of LACOE is to service and support 80 K-12 school districts along with numerous other agencies, as we ensure educational excellence for the region’s two-million preschool and school-aged children. LACOE serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. We enhance our role through partnering with our communities, County and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support and specialized services. It is our mission to improve the lives of students and our educational community through our service, leadership and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and strategic plan that encompasses “A Culture of Excellence in ALL We Do.” EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: Minimum of five years of teaching experience. Minimum of three years as site principal or district leadership experience. Education: A master's degree in education leadership or administration from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation is required. A Doctorate is highly desired. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application): Possess and maintain a valid Multiple, Single Subject, or Education Specialist Teaching Credential and Administrative Services Credential.

Salary : $14,079 - $16,471