DIRECTOR SECONDARY EDUCATION at Downey Unified School District
About the Employer
Downey Unified School District (DUSD) is located approximately 12 miles south of Los Angeles, offering easy access to scenic mountains and beaches. For decades, DUSD has maintained a reputation for excellence, driven by our unwavering mantra, “Our Kids Deserve the Best.” This philosophy guides every decision and daily practice, ensuring that students receive the highest quality education and support.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Serves directly under the supervision of the Assistant Superintendent, Secondary Educational Services. Provides dynamic leadership and support for the district’s secondary educational initiatives. This role is responsible for overseeing program planning, guiding curriculum development, and ensuring high-quality instructional practices across middle and high schools. Demonstrates a deep understanding of secondary education, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to academic excellence for all students. Performs other duties connected with the educational program as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
• Middle School and High School experience required • Single or Multiple Subject Credential required • Master’s Degree and Administrative Credential required • Doctorate Degree highly desired • Administrative experience at a Middle and/or High School site required
ALL applicants must apply at www.Edjoin.org. Current DUSD employees wishing to be considered for this position ONLY NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and one letter of recommendation from a District administrator, which is less than one year old. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2025 ~ 4:00PM. All applications will be screened, and the top candidates will receive interviews.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation no older than 1 yea)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
• Middle School and High School experience required • Single or Multiple Subject Credential required • Master’s Degree and Administrative Credential required • Doctorate Degree highly desired • Administrative experience at a Middle and/or High School site required
ALL applicants must apply at www.Edjoin.org. Current DUSD employees wishing to be considered for this position ONLY NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and one letter of recommendation from a District administrator, which is less than one year old. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2025 ~ 4:00PM. All applications will be screened, and the top candidates will receive interviews.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation no older than 1 yea)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and shall not be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of any program or activity, except as provided for by law or regulation. The Board of Education also requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so and when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying.
Comments and Other Information
It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and shall not be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of any program or activity, except as provided for by law or regulation. The Board of Education also requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so and when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying.
Application Deadline
6/6/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/23/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$177,813 - $192,470 Annually
$177,813 - $192,470 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
+ $3,291 for Doctorate
Length of Work Year
223 Days
Employment Type
Full Time