Chief of Alternative Schools at Alameda County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) leads with a student-centered vision, innovating in the classroom and building safe and supportive community schools. We collaborate and partner with local, county, and state agencies to address challenges students face. We are looking for individuals who can enact our vision: equipping the most vulnerable students and those who serve them with the tools to thrive. Join our team as we reimagine services to more holistically support students and erase the predetermination of failure for children, especially Alameda County’s most marginalized youth.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Chief of Alternative Schools drives a transformative vision for county alternative schools, ensuring rapid growth and continuous improvement. Focused on strategic leadership and program oversight, the Chief identifies unmet needs and develops innovative programming to increase graduation rates for expelled, system-involved, and out-of-school youth in COE’s court and community schools. Responsible for planning, directing, and developing ACOE’s Schools Division, the Chief supervises and coaches site and team leaders, strengthens staff capacity for effective alternative ed teaching and learning, aligns resources and support services, and ensures accountability, compliance, and program effectiveness. This role demands deep expertise in Education Code and best practices for alternative schools to expand opportunities and address systemic inequities affecting student success. Serves as a member of the Superintendent’s Senior Leadership Team and represents the agency and our students across diverse partnerships. PLEASE READ JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS OF THE POSITION
Requirements / Qualifications
First Screening on: March 25, 2025 Education and Credentials: CA Administrative Services Credential CA Driver's License Masters or Doctoral degree strongly preferred Experience: 10 years experience demonstrating expert performance in school leadership 10 years experience as a successful manager of people and resources Demonstrated history of successfully managing major improvement in public education or an equally complex space. Proven experience addressing issues of equity and achievement Direct experience as a teacher or leader in alternative education very strongly preferred Read Job Description for a complete list of job requirements and experience required
Required Documents: A cover letter. A resume. In the EDJOIN application: One reference must be from a past or present supervisor. You must complete the entire EDJOIN application. Complete the application by entering data in the format described. Proper punctuation and standard capitalization (ex: Jill Smith, 10 Main Street, Hayward, CA) must be used.
Requirements / Qualifications
First Screening on: March 25, 2025 Education and Credentials: CA Administrative Services Credential CA Driver's License Masters or Doctoral degree strongly preferred Experience: 10 years experience demonstrating expert performance in school leadership 10 years experience as a successful manager of people and resources Demonstrated history of successfully managing major improvement in public education or an equally complex space. Proven experience addressing issues of equity and achievement Direct experience as a teacher or leader in alternative education very strongly preferred Read Job Description for a complete list of job requirements and experience required
Required Documents: A cover letter. A resume. In the EDJOIN application: One reference must be from a past or present supervisor. You must complete the entire EDJOIN application. Complete the application by entering data in the format described. Proper punctuation and standard capitalization (ex: Jill Smith, 10 Main Street, Hayward, CA) must be used.
Comments and Other Information
• ACOE prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigrant status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
SALARIES: All salaries as stated are based on present information and are subject to change.
To be considered for this position, applicants MUST attach ONLY the required documents and complete the EDJOIN application.
Comments and Other Information
• ACOE prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigrant status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
SALARIES: All salaries as stated are based on present information and are subject to change.
To be considered for this position, applicants MUST attach ONLY the required documents and complete the EDJOIN application.
Application Deadline
4/13/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/11/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$249,500.00 - $289,343.51 Annually
$249,500.00 - $289,343.51 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Range 190: $249,500.00 Starting Salary (7-Steps/MGMT to $289,343.51) In addition to salary: Monthly Master Degree Stipend $1,500/annual | Doctoral Degree Stipend $2,500/annual
Length of Work Year
230 work days
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary Range
Range 190
# Positions available by FTE
1 @ 1.0 FTE
Medical Benefits:
Additional $1000.00 per month towards Medical, Dental or Vision or $500 cash-in-lieu option