Coordinator, Social Emotional Learning at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Systemic Leadership and Continuous Improvement Unit falls under the umbrella of the Educational Services Division and provides professional development, consultation, and technical assistance for district leaders and school staff. The team includes coordinators and staff who have expertise in the implementation and development of a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) with a focus on the whole child and includes academic, behavioral, and social-emotional instruction and intervention. The Systemic Leadership and Continuous Improvement Unit is currently seeking a passionate and dynamic individual to serve as Coordinator of social-emotional Learning. This leading professional will develop, implement, and coordinate pieces of training and networks for Social-Emotional Learning and Student Mental Health and serve as a consultant to districts and community-based providers. The Coordinator will also provide leadership and guidance in the development, management, and evaluation of districtwide programs by using current evidence-based practices within the MTSS Framework.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Five (5) years of increasingly responsible educational experience including two (2) years of administrative service in a public school setting. • Master's Degree with major course work in education, education administration, behavior management, school counseling, educational psychology, or a related field. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • Valid California Credential authorizing instruction or service in a public school program. • Valid California Administrative Services Credential
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe your experience with systemic implementation of Social-Emotional Learning. How have you ensured alignment with goals, objectives, and strategic plans within a school district or educational agency? 2. Provide examples of professional learning opportunities that you have designed and implemented for diverse educational audiences with a focus on meeting the needs of the whole child. Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodations in the application process, please inform us.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Five (5) years of increasingly responsible educational experience including two (2) years of administrative service in a public school setting. • Master's Degree with major course work in education, education administration, behavior management, school counseling, educational psychology, or a related field. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • Valid California Credential authorizing instruction or service in a public school program. • Valid California Administrative Services Credential
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe your experience with systemic implementation of Social-Emotional Learning. How have you ensured alignment with goals, objectives, and strategic plans within a school district or educational agency? 2. Provide examples of professional learning opportunities that you have designed and implemented for diverse educational audiences with a focus on meeting the needs of the whole child. Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodations in the application process, please inform us.
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Application Deadline
2/16/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/6/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$548.35 - $668.13 Daily
$548.35 - $668.13 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Certificated Management, Range 30: $548.35- $668.13 daily. Placement based on education and years of experience.
Length of Work Year
210 Days
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.