Assistant Principal – Special Education Programs (Updated Qualifications) 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 assistant principal shall work with the Principal to provide educational and administrative leadership to the professional staff and students of their assigned school. Responsibilities include facilitating IEP meetings and oversight of special education programming, services and compliance, direct and indirect supervision of teachers and classified staff with the ability to coach teachers and staff and implement progressive supervision/discipline. The assistant principal will collaborate with districts, agency and community partners, and the general public; interface daily with parents; and perform related duties as assigned. The position requires progressive knowledge and experience in specialized subject matter, curriculum and instruction; special education program implementation; extensive knowledge in positive student discipline and the capacity to implement educational reform including innovative instructional, and programmatic practices. The assistant principal must be able to facilitate instructional processes and procedures, specially funded programs, testing and evaluation, and foster a nurturing climate at all school sites. Responsibilities also include the implementation and support and supervision of student services including: counseling, discipline, testing, special education, and student information and data systems. General direction is provided by the principal.
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: • Five or more years’ experience in special education as a teacher or service provider with increasing leadership responsibilities i.e. program specialist or assistant principal. • Experience working with at promise youth. • Experience working in special education. Education: A Master’s degree in educational leadership or administration from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation required. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (All applicants must attach credential with document number to their application. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential. See below for step-by-step instructions.): • Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Three current (must be within 12 months) signed and dated letters of recommendation. One letter of recommendation must be from your most current supervisor. • A letter of Introduction • Unofficial copies of transcripts. • CBEST Test Results https://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com/PageView.aspx?f=GEN_RequestACopyOfYourTestResults.html • Credential(s) with document number. Steps to follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: • Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. • Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin. Contact Adriana Hernandez at Hernandez_Adriana@lacoe.edu and Lauren Sheahan at Sheahan_Lauren@lacoe.edu with questions about the process.
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential. All applicants must attach credential with document number to their application. )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 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. )
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: • Five or more years’ experience in special education as a teacher or service provider with increasing leadership responsibilities i.e. program specialist or assistant principal. • Experience working with at promise youth. • Experience working in special education. Education: A Master’s degree in educational leadership or administration from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation required. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (All applicants must attach credential with document number to their application. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential. See below for step-by-step instructions.): • Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Three current (must be within 12 months) signed and dated letters of recommendation. One letter of recommendation must be from your most current supervisor. • A letter of Introduction • Unofficial copies of transcripts. • CBEST Test Results https://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com/PageView.aspx?f=GEN_RequestACopyOfYourTestResults.html • Credential(s) with document number. Steps to follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: • Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. • Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin. Contact Adriana Hernandez at Hernandez_Adriana@lacoe.edu and Lauren Sheahan at Sheahan_Lauren@lacoe.edu with questions about the process.
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential. All applicants must attach credential with document number to their application. )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 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. )
- 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) 922-6153.
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) 922-6153.
Application Deadline
1/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/15/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
(a) $10,484 (b) $10,904 (c) $11,340 (d) $11,793 (e) $12,265 Monthly
(a) $10,484 (b) $10,904 (c) $11,340 (d) $11,793 (e) $12,265 Monthly
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time