Director of Academic Initiatives, Innovation, and Grants at Culver City Unified
About the Employer
CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4 A's: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, the Director of Academic Initiatives, Innovation and Grants provides leadership, coordination, and oversight of key district initiatives, including Arts education, Career Technical Education (CTE), instructional technology, dual enrollment, innovation, and strategic programs. The role ensures alignment across programs, funding sources, and district priorities while supporting effective implementation and accountability in accordance with district goals and requirements.
Requirements / Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be: EXPERIENCE: - Valid California Administrative Services Credential; - Minimum of five years full time teaching experience at the elementary and/or secondary level (experience at multiple levels highly encouraged) - Multiple subject or single subject California teaching credential - Master’s degree from an accredited institution; and - Five (5) years of increasingly responsible educational leadership experience, such as site or district-level leadership. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Experience with grant development and program management; - Secondary experience highly desirable - Background in Arts education, Career Technical Education, or related program areas; and - Experience leading cross-functional or districtwide initiatives.
- Administrative Services Credential
Requirements / Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be: EXPERIENCE: - Valid California Administrative Services Credential; - Minimum of five years full time teaching experience at the elementary and/or secondary level (experience at multiple levels highly encouraged) - Multiple subject or single subject California teaching credential - Master’s degree from an accredited institution; and - Five (5) years of increasingly responsible educational leadership experience, such as site or district-level leadership. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Experience with grant development and program management; - Secondary experience highly desirable - Background in Arts education, Career Technical Education, or related program areas; and - Experience leading cross-functional or districtwide initiatives.
- Administrative Services Credential
Application Deadline
8/7/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/24/2026
Contact
Catherine Cummings
310 842-4220 7503
310 842-4220 7503
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$146,276 - $171,109 Annually
$146,276 - $171,109 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
In addition to the base salary, the District pays a $2,000 for a doctorate degree
Length of Work Year
225
Employment Type
Full Time, Management