Executive Director, Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) 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 SELPA Executive Director implements local plans for the LAC Court School SELPA and the LAC Charter SELPA, ensuring special education services are delivered and monitored. They oversee special education programs in all schools within the LAC Court Schools SELPA, organize standing committees, manage budgets and expenditures, plan and coordinate programs for students with special needs, and develop staff training. Additionally, they help create operational policies, negotiate interagency agreements, interpret legal mandates, and manage facilities and transportation for children with special needs. This position requires specialized subject matter expertise in special education and directly related and progressive administrative and supervisory experience. Knowledge is applied to administering and managing SELPA programs and services within established policy guidelines, research and evaluation concepts, and solutions. The SELPA Executive Director makes decisions and presents recommendations concerning and impacting critical educational and administrative operations. Under administrative direction, the SELPA Executive Director makes decisions of critical consequence, directly impacting the operations of programs and projects and/or the development and implementation of policies and operational procedures. The SELPA Executive Director oversees the planning, assignment, review, and evaluation of the work performed by staff members, including classified and certificated employees. Regular interactions are held with officials from Los Angeles County LEA, the State Department of Education, federal compliance personnel, advisory and community action groups, interagency administrators, other policymakers, and internal staff to plan and direct activities, negotiate service agreements, and find alternative solutions to program and project challenges within the SELPA, encompassing fiscal and programmatic matters. The administrative direction for the SELPA Executive Di
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: A minimum of five years of teaching experience, preferably in Special Education. A minimum of three years of experience as a principal or assistant principal in a comprehensive public-school setting. A minimum of three years of experience as a special education administrator at a district or county office level is required. Administrative or supervisory experience in state, federal, or related programs is preferred. Education: A master’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited college/university is required. A doctorate from an accredited institution in a related field is preferred. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Must possess all the following: A valid California Teaching Credential (Special Education Teaching Credential Preferred). A valid Administrative Services Credential. A valid California Driver’s License
In order to be considered as a candidate, the application must include email and phone contact information for three professional references. One reference must be your current supervisor. Select individuals who can comment on your skills, work ethic, and abilities based on their professional experience with you. Ideally, these references should be former supervisors or colleagues, who have directly observed your work performance. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Letter of Introduction • Credential(s) with document number (see instructions below) The following are step-by-step instructions 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. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential. Sample Image of your credential with a number:
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: A minimum of five years of teaching experience, preferably in Special Education. A minimum of three years of experience as a principal or assistant principal in a comprehensive public-school setting. A minimum of three years of experience as a special education administrator at a district or county office level is required. Administrative or supervisory experience in state, federal, or related programs is preferred. Education: A master’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited college/university is required. A doctorate from an accredited institution in a related field is preferred. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Must possess all the following: A valid California Teaching Credential (Special Education Teaching Credential Preferred). A valid Administrative Services Credential. A valid California Driver’s License
In order to be considered as a candidate, the application must include email and phone contact information for three professional references. One reference must be your current supervisor. Select individuals who can comment on your skills, work ethic, and abilities based on their professional experience with you. Ideally, these references should be former supervisors or colleagues, who have directly observed your work performance. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Letter of Introduction • Credential(s) with document number (see instructions below) The following are step-by-step instructions 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. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential. Sample Image of your credential with a number:
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 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: https://www.lacoe.edu/about/board/policies
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 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: https://www.lacoe.edu/about/board/policies
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
11/4/2024 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
10/14/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
15,523 - 18,159 Monthly
15,523 - 18,159 Monthly
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time