Project Director III, Learning Acceleration, Universal Design for Learning, and Academic Supports Unit 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 Project Director III, Learning Acceleration, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Academic Supports Unit, will provide oversight, monitoring, and implementation of the California Collaborative for Learning Acceleration (CCLA) and Special Education Workforce Investment Grant Program: Special Education (SE-EWIG) Grants. The Project Director III will work with Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) and schools to build the capacity of TK-12th grade teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, and paraeducators in supporting all students to become expert learners and to accelerate students' social, emotional, and academic learning in mathematics, literacy, and language development through equitable, inclusive, evidence-based strategies intentionally integrated system-wide. The Project Director lll will be responsible for the direct oversight of the Coordinators of Learning Acceleration for both ELA/ELD and Mathematics along with the two Coordinators to support the SE-EWIG-Related Professional Development in the area of Universal Design for Learning UDL. The Project Director lll will work directly with Santa Clara COE (CCLA) and Placer COE (SE-EWIG), conduct budget oversight, market and outreach to LEAs to determine schools that will participate in the projects, support the creation of the professional learning, schedule and provide training and technical assistance to partner districts, along with capturing data to assist with program evaluation.
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five or more years of comprehensive, directly related and progressive educational administrative experiences, with at least three years in public school setting as a site level principal. Other administrative experience may include district and/or county-level administrative positions in K-12 education. Professional development experience is required. Teaching experience with diverse populations is desirable. Education: A Master’s degree or higher in education from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.): • Possess and maintain a valid California teaching credential and with full English Learner authorization (CLAD, BCLAD or equivalent). • Possess and maintain a valid Administrative credential.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials (must attach credential with document number), and three current (within the past 12 months), dated and signed letters of recommendation with at least two from current and previous administrators/supervisors by the deadline date. Letter of reference from most recent supervisor is required. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Certificate Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Administrative credential. Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California teaching credential and with full English Learner authorization (CLAD, BCLAD or equivalent. Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current, dated and signed letters of recommendation)
- Other (Cover Letter)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five or more years of comprehensive, directly related and progressive educational administrative experiences, with at least three years in public school setting as a site level principal. Other administrative experience may include district and/or county-level administrative positions in K-12 education. Professional development experience is required. Teaching experience with diverse populations is desirable. Education: A Master’s degree or higher in education from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.): • Possess and maintain a valid California teaching credential and with full English Learner authorization (CLAD, BCLAD or equivalent). • Possess and maintain a valid Administrative credential.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials (must attach credential with document number), and three current (within the past 12 months), dated and signed letters of recommendation with at least two from current and previous administrators/supervisors by the deadline date. Letter of reference from most recent supervisor is required. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Certificate Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Administrative credential. Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California teaching credential and with full English Learner authorization (CLAD, BCLAD or equivalent. Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current, dated and signed letters of recommendation)
- Other (Cover Letter)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) may provide Remote Work (RW) or an Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) at the administrator's complete discretion. LACOE considers RW and AWS a practical alternative work arrangement in cases where the individual employee, the job's essential functions, the supervisor, and other considerations are well suited to such an arrangement. An example may include positions that do not provide direct services. Not all employees and jobs are suitable for RW or AWS. Request for RW or AWS may be submitted and reviewed by the authorized supervisor and denied or approved per the program's policy.
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) 922-6153.
Comments and Other Information
The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) may provide Remote Work (RW) or an Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) at the administrator's complete discretion. LACOE considers RW and AWS a practical alternative work arrangement in cases where the individual employee, the job's essential functions, the supervisor, and other considerations are well suited to such an arrangement. An example may include positions that do not provide direct services. Not all employees and jobs are suitable for RW or AWS. Request for RW or AWS may be submitted and reviewed by the authorized supervisor and denied or approved per the program's policy.
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) 922-6153.
Application Deadline
5/19/2023 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/5/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
(a) $128,568 (b) $133,716 (c) $139,068 (d) $144,624 (e) $150,408
Length of Work Year
Twelve months. Duty year is July 1- June 30.
Employment Type
Full Time