Assistant Principal, Alternative Education 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
Step into a transformative leadership role as an Assistant Principal at Sunburst Youth Academy, part of OCDE’s ACCESS (Alternative, Community, and Correctional Education Schools and Services). ACCESS is a public, WASC-accredited program offering diverse educational options for students from Transitional Kindergarten (TK) to adults seeking high school completion. Committed to educating the whole student, ACCESS uses the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework to address both academic and socio-emotional needs, preparing students for successful transitions to college, career, and life. At Sunburst Youth Academy, you will lead in providing a caring, safe, and engaging learning environment that fosters lifelong skills and empowers students to achieve positive transformations. ACCESS is proud to offer individualized academic programs, low student-to-teacher ratios, technology-rich environments, career technical education (CTE), and a variety of co-curricular activities and wrap-around services. These programs support diverse learning paths, including blended learning, independent study, and reentry programs, ensuring every student can find their unique path to success.
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: • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, including training in behavioral management. • Three (3) years of responsible teaching or educational experience involving at-promise students. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or service in a public school program. • A valid California Administrative Credential.
There are supplemental question 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 question is 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 response in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe a specific instance where you implemented innovative strategies to address both the academic and socio-emotional needs of students. How did your approach contribute to their growth and success? 2. Share an example of how you successfully engaged families, community members, or external agencies to support student outcomes and enhance program initiatives.
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: • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, including training in behavioral management. • Three (3) years of responsible teaching or educational experience involving at-promise students. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or service in a public school program. • A valid California Administrative Credential.
There are supplemental question 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 question is 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 response in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe a specific instance where you implemented innovative strategies to address both the academic and socio-emotional needs of students. How did your approach contribute to their growth and success? 2. Share an example of how you successfully engaged families, community members, or external agencies to support student outcomes and enhance program initiatives.
Comments and Other Information
A completed EdJoin application is required for a candidate to be considered for this opportunity. An attached resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin 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 selected candidate will be also required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
EOE/ADA
Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Comments and Other Information
A completed EdJoin application is required for a candidate to be considered for this opportunity. An attached resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin 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 selected candidate will be also required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
EOE/ADA
Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Application Deadline
2/5/2025 11:59 AM Pacific
Date Posted
1/27/2025
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$620.41 - $755.91 Daily
$620.41 - $755.91 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Certificated Management, Range 35: Placement based on review of education and experience.
Length of Work Year
12 months / 225 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.