Director - Alternative Education at Mendocino County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Mendocino County Office of Education is a public agency whose primary purpose is to provide educational leadership, resources and services to schools to ensure wide-ranging educational opportunities for all students. This mission is accomplished through cooperative efforts with teachers, school districts, families, and communities; through direct instructional programs and administrative services; and through coordination with the California Department of Education and other agencies.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the general direction of, and in cooperation with, the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, the Director for Alternative Education administers on a daily basis the instructional programs, staff and students of the Court and Community Schools. The Director is also responsible to assist in the planning, coordination and implementation of grant-funded projects and interagency programs targeted for at-risk youth in Mendocino County. The Director provides curriculum and instructional leadership, and has a lead role in working with various local program advisory committees, school/district administrators and community-based agency personnel. Budget development and monitoring is a shared responsibility of the Director working in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services and other central office staff. Serve as the lead for the county office SARB (School Attendance Review Board). Develop programs that serve at-risk youth countywide.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
• Possess an appropriate California Administrative Credential; • Possess a valid California Teaching Credential; • Demonstrate competence in communicating effectively with staff, other district personnel, and community representatives; • Possess at least seven (7) years successful teaching, counseling, and/or administrative experience with a minimum of at least three (3) years of experience, preferably in a program serving at-risk youth. • Experience/training in program and budget planning; staff and curriculum development; staff/program evaluation; staff motivation and consensus building; • Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver’s License; • Provide proof of automobile insurability; • Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting twenty-five (25) pound on an occasional basis and in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds with assistance. To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: • A completed online application form; • A cover letter stating specific competencies for the position; • A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; • Three (3) current letters of recommendation; • A copy of a required Degree or Credential(s) or Transcripts. Official Transcripts required at time of hire.
BENEFITS Health, vision, and dental insurance benefits are available for employees and their families at a shared cost. Participation in the health plan is mandatory. Employee will be a member of State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS), to which both the employee and MCOE contribute. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. SPECIAL NOTES Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
• Possess an appropriate California Administrative Credential; • Possess a valid California Teaching Credential; • Demonstrate competence in communicating effectively with staff, other district personnel, and community representatives; • Possess at least seven (7) years successful teaching, counseling, and/or administrative experience with a minimum of at least three (3) years of experience, preferably in a program serving at-risk youth. • Experience/training in program and budget planning; staff and curriculum development; staff/program evaluation; staff motivation and consensus building; • Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver’s License; • Provide proof of automobile insurability; • Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting twenty-five (25) pound on an occasional basis and in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds with assistance. To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: • A completed online application form; • A cover letter stating specific competencies for the position; • A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; • Three (3) current letters of recommendation; • A copy of a required Degree or Credential(s) or Transcripts. Official Transcripts required at time of hire.
BENEFITS Health, vision, and dental insurance benefits are available for employees and their families at a shared cost. Participation in the health plan is mandatory. Employee will be a member of State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS), to which both the employee and MCOE contribute. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. SPECIAL NOTES Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Comments and Other Information
First interviews scheduled for Tuesday April 2, 2019. To assure consideration, apply by Friday March 29, 2019 at noon.
Please remember to attach all documents in .pdf format.
Comments and Other Information
First interviews scheduled for Tuesday April 2, 2019. To assure consideration, apply by Friday March 29, 2019 at noon.
Please remember to attach all documents in .pdf format.
Application Deadline
5/9/2019 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
3/25/2019
Contact
Samantha Travis
(707) 467-5010
(707) 467-5010
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$412.71 - $520.82 (Per tentative agreement) daily as per Range E of the Management Salary Schedule. Additional $1,743 awarded annually for a Doctorate Degree.
Length of Work Year
8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 220 days per year beginning July 1, 2019 pending successful fingerprint clearance and submission of a recent tuberculosis test as required by the California Education Code.
Employment Type
Full Time