Project Director I – Transformative Social Emotional Learning (T-SEL) 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 I, Transformative Social Emotional Learning (T-SEL) shall provide technical, specialized, consultative, advisory, and planning services for LACOE staff and Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) in the fields of wellbeing and transformative social emotional learning. This position will specifically support the planning, development, and implementation of SEL, Mindfulness, and Wellness Programming in Schools in accordance with CalHOPE Student Support and the Student Behavioral Health Incentive Program (SBHIP). The Project Director I provides professional development, implementation coaching, on-site technical assistance, and facilitates countywide SEL communities of practice; consults and collaborates with internal LACOE teams to provide guidance and best practices for SEL integrated into Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), Positive Behavioral Intervention Supports (PBIS), restorative justice, systems of equity, access, and diversity, pupil engagement and attendance, positive school climate, trauma and healing informed practices, response to youth suicide and self-harm, system-wide crisis intervention and general education mental health integration. The role aims to assist LACOE schools and countywide LEAs in optimizing their resources and fostering partnerships with families, communities, and other school partners to establish a holistic framework of innovative programs that promote SEL, Equity, and student/staff wellbeing.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: Experience in implementing SEL and/or expanding student mental health or wellness programming in a school or local educational agency within a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS). Experience working with state agencies, local educational agencies (LEAs) professional organizations, and other educational partners. Five or more years of comprehensive, directly related, and progressive educational administration experience. Including three years of professional development experience in SEL, mental health or a closely related field. Education: • Master’s degree in Education or mental health related field. • Desired: PPS in School Counseling, School Social Work. 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 Supervisory or Administrative Services Credential. • Desired: PPS in School Counseling, School Social Work. • Desired: MFT/Social work license.
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 • 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.
- Certificate Copy (Desired: PPS in School Counseling, School Social Work. Please attach credential with document number to their application. )
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Supervisory or Administrative Services Credential. Please attach credential with document number to their application. )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must submit three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation by the deadline date.)
- Other (Desired: MFT/Social work license)
- Resume
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: Experience in implementing SEL and/or expanding student mental health or wellness programming in a school or local educational agency within a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS). Experience working with state agencies, local educational agencies (LEAs) professional organizations, and other educational partners. Five or more years of comprehensive, directly related, and progressive educational administration experience. Including three years of professional development experience in SEL, mental health or a closely related field. Education: • Master’s degree in Education or mental health related field. • Desired: PPS in School Counseling, School Social Work. 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 Supervisory or Administrative Services Credential. • Desired: PPS in School Counseling, School Social Work. • Desired: MFT/Social work license.
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 • 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.
- Certificate Copy (Desired: PPS in School Counseling, School Social Work. Please attach credential with document number to their application. )
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Supervisory or Administrative Services Credential. Please attach credential with document number to their application. )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must submit three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation by the deadline date.)
- Other (Desired: MFT/Social work license)
- 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
Until Filled
Date Posted
5/3/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
(a) $10,980 (b) $11,419 (c) $11,876 (d) $12,351 (e) $12,845 Monthly
(a) $10,980 (b) $11,419 (c) $11,876 (d) $12,351 (e) $12,845 Monthly
Length of Work Year
Twelve months. Duty year is July 1-June 30.
Employment Type
Full Time