Senior Program Specialist - Elementary Language Arts (Grades K-6) 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: Under the direction of the Project Director lll, Reading/Language Arts, the Senior Program Specialist, Elementary Language Arts, shall act as a resource specialist to educators in K-12 reading and language arts programs with emphasis at the elementary level; co-facilitate in-service training and instructional programs; work with RLA team to assess and determine program needs and implement program objectives; serve as a liaison with other agencies; and perform related supportive duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Five or more years of directly related and progressive teaching experience in grades K-6 including some experience working with students who exhibit reading difficulty. District level literacy coaching experience is desired. Education: A Bachelor’s degree and appropriate teaching credentials from an institution of higher learning accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. A Master’s degree is preferred. Certificate: (Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application. Internal and external applicant, please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it): • Must hold a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with full English Learner authorization (CLAD, BCLAD or equivalent). • A Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential or Reading and Literacy Added Authorization is desired but not required
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 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)
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Five or more years of directly related and progressive teaching experience in grades K-6 including some experience working with students who exhibit reading difficulty. District level literacy coaching experience is desired. Education: A Bachelor’s degree and appropriate teaching credentials from an institution of higher learning accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. A Master’s degree is preferred. Certificate: (Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application. Internal and external applicant, please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it): • Must hold a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with full English Learner authorization (CLAD, BCLAD or equivalent). • A Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential or Reading and Literacy Added Authorization is desired but not required
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 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)
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 does not discriminate against individuals on the basis 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) 803-8297.
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 does not discriminate against individuals on the basis 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) 803-8297.
Application Deadline
8/18/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/11/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$9485 - $11096 Monthly
$9485 - $11096 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
https://lacoe.edu/jobs/hr/salary-schedules
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time