Chief Academic Officer at Los Angeles County Office Of Education
About the Employer
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.”
Job Summary
Job Summary
THE POSITION: The Chief Academic Officer (CAO) shall plan, organize, direct, and manage the functions and activities of the educational services area within the office. This position requires expertise and mastery in services delivered by Educational Services and comprehensive, directly related, and progressive administrative experience. Knowledge is applied to providing organizational leadership, policy development, and the development of goals, objectives, and priorities across all divisions.
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: Seven or more years of comprehensive, directly related, and progressive experience in curriculum and instruction. Work successfully as a principal in at least two different schools or districts. Worked as a district office level administrator directly responsible for the supervision of instruction of multiple schools. EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Master’s degree in education or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possess and maintain a valid California Supervisory or Administrative credential. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application to Human Resource Services. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, letter of introduction, resume, copy of credentials, and three (3) letters of recommendation that are dated and signed within the past 12 months including one from a current supervisor. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California supervisory or administrative credential or equivalent. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 letters of recommendation that are dated and signed within the last 12 months, one of which must be from immediate supervisor)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: Seven or more years of comprehensive, directly related, and progressive experience in curriculum and instruction. Work successfully as a principal in at least two different schools or districts. Worked as a district office level administrator directly responsible for the supervision of instruction of multiple schools. EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Master’s degree in education or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possess and maintain a valid California Supervisory or Administrative credential. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application to Human Resource Services. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, letter of introduction, resume, copy of credentials, and three (3) letters of recommendation that are dated and signed within the past 12 months including one from a current supervisor. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California supervisory or administrative credential or equivalent. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 letters of recommendation that are dated and signed within the last 12 months, one of which must be from immediate supervisor)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.
Comments and Other Information
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.
Application Deadline
8/5/2021 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/22/2021
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$201,120- $249,156
Length of Work Year
Twelve months. Duty year is July 1 - June 30.
Employment Type
Full Time