Assistant Superintendent - Educational Services at Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
About the Employer
Located in the scenic, sea-side communities of Santa Monica and Malibu, the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is a preK-12 school district serving approximately 8,835 students. SMMUSD is a diverse community dedicated to extraordinary achievement for all while simultaneously closing the achievement gap, and committed to pursuing excellence through equity. Current priorities include social justice standards, restorative justice, project-based learning, innovative teaching and a high level of student engagement. Our schools are supported by involved parents and communities. The District has nine elementary schools, three middle schools, one alternative school (K-8), two high schools, one continuation high school, child development services and adult education programs. The first classroom opened with 52 students in March 1876. U.S. News and World Report has named both Santa Monica High School and Malibu High School as Top High Schools in the nation and state, awarding a silver medal to Samohi with the ranking of 606 in the nation and 105 in the state and a gold medal to Malibu High School for rankings of 279 and 45, respectively in 2017. Three schools have been recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools: Edison Language Academy, Will Rogers Learning Community and Lincoln Middle School. Lincoln Middle School has earned the Gold School designation in 2015 and is one of nine schools recognized as a California Distinguished School. The others are: Franklin, Grant, McKinley, Roosevelt, Will Rogers, and Webster Elementary Schools, and Malibu and Santa Monica high schools. The SMMUSD Mission Statement, Extraordinary achievement for all students while simultaneously closing the achievement gap, guides the work of the Excellence through Equity plan that includes the following three priorities: All graduates are ready for college and careers; English learners will become proficient in English while engaging in a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and all students engage in schools that are safe, well-maintained and family-friendly. Students attending Santa Monica High School and Malibu High School have a graduation rate of about 95%, with the majority of students moving forward with post-secondary education options.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the professional direction of the Superintendent, it is the responsibility of the Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services, to lead, plan, organize, direct, and manage the instructional programs of the District including, but not limited to, developing and implementing system-wide improvement strategies; ensuring implementation of inclusive and culturally-responsive curriculum and instructional programs; ensuring effective learning opportunities and growth experiences for all students; overseeing research, assessment and program evaluation strategies; and providing professional development programs that are consistent with District goals, objectives and improvement strategies. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services leads, plans, organizes and manages the development and implementation of the District’s Local Control Accountability Plan (“LCAP”), and provides direct input into the District’s Local Control Funding Formula (“LCFF”) budget plan, including the supplemental grant. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services assists in the recruitment, selection and evaluation of principals, Educational Services department certificated and classified staff members and other leadership staff members. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services prepares, and assists in the preparation and implementation of Board policies, administrative regulations and strategies for achieving the District’s goals and objectives. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services serves on the Superintendent’s Executive Cabinet and has regular interactions with members of the Board of Education.
Requirements / Qualifications
Possess, or qualify for, a valid California Administrative Services credential
1. Ed Join Application 2. Current Resume 3. Letter of Interest * (* Please address in your Letter of Interest what it means to be an equity leader) 4. 3 Recent Letters of Recommendation Please ensure that all documents are attached to your EdJoin file.
Requirements / Qualifications
Possess, or qualify for, a valid California Administrative Services credential
1. Ed Join Application 2. Current Resume 3. Letter of Interest * (* Please address in your Letter of Interest what it means to be an equity leader) 4. 3 Recent Letters of Recommendation Please ensure that all documents are attached to your EdJoin file.
Comments and Other Information
Located in the scenic, sea-side communities of Santa Monica and Malibu, the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is a preK-12 school district serving approximately 8,634 students. SMMUSD is a diverse community dedicated to extraordinary achievement for all while simultaneously closing the achievement and access gap, and committed to pursuing excellence through equity. Current priorities include social justice standards, restorative justice, project-based learning, innovative teaching and student engagement. Our schools are supported by involved parents and communities. The District has nine elementary schools, three middle schools, one alternative school (K-8), two high schools, one continuation high school, child development services and adult education programs.
Comments and Other Information
Located in the scenic, sea-side communities of Santa Monica and Malibu, the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is a preK-12 school district serving approximately 8,634 students. SMMUSD is a diverse community dedicated to extraordinary achievement for all while simultaneously closing the achievement and access gap, and committed to pursuing excellence through equity. Current priorities include social justice standards, restorative justice, project-based learning, innovative teaching and student engagement. Our schools are supported by involved parents and communities. The District has nine elementary schools, three middle schools, one alternative school (K-8), two high schools, one continuation high school, child development services and adult education programs.