Senior Executive Director, Specialty Programs at Westminster School District
About the Employer
WSD Vision: Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive. WSD Mission: It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides infant, toddler and preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 7,900 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including four dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students in becoming innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, the Senior Executive Director, Specialty Programs provides leadership, coordination, supervision, and administrative oversight for designated specialty programs, initiatives, and personnel, including Dual Language Immersion and AVID. Supervises and supports the Coordinator of Dual Language Immersion in the implementation, alignment, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the District’s dual language immersion programs. Supports the implementation of the District’s strategic priorities and instructional programs to accelerate student learning, strengthen educational coherence, and maximize the effective use of instructional time. Collaborates with District and school-site leaders to align assigned specialty, academic, student-support, and family-engagement programs. The specific programs and personnel assigned to this position may be adjusted by the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services based on District priorities and organizational needs. The Assistant Superintendent retains responsibility for division-wide strategic direction, final administrative oversight, Board communication, and executive-level decisions.
Requirements / Qualifications
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential • Master’s Degree or higher in Education, or related field • Minimum of five (5) years of successful administrative and/or leadership experience in a K-12 setting • Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner. • Understand, interpret, and apply federal, state education, and administrative codes, policies, and procedures. • Plan, direct, and coordinate, with department staff, the Expanded Learning department work plan; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures.
Please attach a detailed copy of the credentials from the CTC
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Services Credential; California Teaching Credential (Please submit /attach a detailed copy of the credentials from the CTC))
- Letter of Introduction (Personal letter of introduction stating reasons for interest in the Westminster School District and unique qualifications for this position)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three current letters of reference dated within the last year, one of which is from your current supervisor)
- Resume (Professional resume providing biographical background information about educational preparation, experience, and achievements)
Requirements / Qualifications
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential • Master’s Degree or higher in Education, or related field • Minimum of five (5) years of successful administrative and/or leadership experience in a K-12 setting • Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner. • Understand, interpret, and apply federal, state education, and administrative codes, policies, and procedures. • Plan, direct, and coordinate, with department staff, the Expanded Learning department work plan; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures.
Please attach a detailed copy of the credentials from the CTC
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Services Credential; California Teaching Credential (Please submit /attach a detailed copy of the credentials from the CTC))
- Letter of Introduction (Personal letter of introduction stating reasons for interest in the Westminster School District and unique qualifications for this position)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three current letters of reference dated within the last year, one of which is from your current supervisor)
- Resume (Professional resume providing biographical background information about educational preparation, experience, and achievements)
Application Deadline
9/20/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/11/2026
Contact
Melynda Bezzina
714-894-7311 x 1165
714-894-7311 x 1165
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$182,027 - $202,703 Annually
$182,027 - $202,703 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
plus longevity stipend for all years of certificated service, yearly stipend for Doctorate. The position is a twelve (12) month full-time position.District benefit package is provided,includes medical, dental, vision insurance with a District cap
Length of Work Year
12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time