Coordinator - Learning Options - Education Center at East Side High School District
About the Employer
As one of California’s largest high school districts, we offer rewarding and exciting employment opportunities that impact our students and community in a positive way. We offer a supportive team environment with a shared passion and common goal of providing students the education and skills they need to succeed in college and career. Apart from competitive salaries and 100% benefits coverage for employees and their dependents, we also focus on personal professional development. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team!
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Coordinator for Learning Options plans, organizes and provides instructional and administrative leadership to staff and students throughout our Learning Options Schools and Programs; oversees daily operations, management and administration of the programs; plans, implements and evaluates educational programs for diverse student populations.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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EAST SIDE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Coordinator – Learning Options
Description of basic functions and responsibilities
The Coordinator for Learning Options plans, organizes and provides instructional and administrative leadership to staff and students throughout our Learning Options Schools & Programs. The Coordinator of Learning Options oversees daily operations, management and administration of the programs; plans, implements and evaluates educational programs for diverse student populations.
Major duties and responsibilities
Plans, organizes and provides instructional and administrative leadership to the staff and students in our Learning Options schools and programs
Directs and oversees the daily operations, management and administration of Learning Options; plans, implements and evaluates educational programs for diverse student populations
Develops and prepares the annual preliminary Learning Options budget, Title 1; analyzes and reviews budgetary and financial data; controls and authorizes expenditures in accordance with established limitation
Directs and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; interviews and selects employees and recommends transfers, reassignments, terminations and disciplinary actions; monitors departmental position control; assures appropriate application of bargaining unit agreements within Learning Options; plans, monitors and evaluates staff development programs, as well as professional growth and improvement plans to address identified areas of need
Develops and encourages various levels of staff to participate in the design, implementation and assessment of program goals, procedures, enhancements and areas of growth; provides leadership and coordination in the operations aspects of Learning Options; promotes and communicates programs and services to community and district staff
Assures the program’s implementation of local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines; interprets and applies educational and penal codes, court decisions policies and procedures; provides leadership in the development, monitoring, implementation and evaluation of the educational and disciplinary programs and policies; monitors student’s academic progress; monitors and approves student and staff attendance
Provides technical expertise, information and assistance to the Director of Student Services regarding Learning Options programs; assists in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs; recommends proper organization structure for assigned programs and functions
Plans, organizes and implements long and short term programs and activities designed to develop programs and services
Directs the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities; develops, monitors and disseminates reports to appropriate entities and agencies; creates master schedules; organizes standardized testing schedules
Communicates with other administrators, personnel and outside agencies to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information
Operates a computer and assigned software programs; operates other office equipment as assigned; drives a vehicle to conduct work as assigned
Supervises and evaluates assigned classified and certificated personnel
Attends and conducts a variety of meetings as assigned for the Learning Options
Other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Creative and adaptive program planning, design, implementation, maintenance and evaluations
Principles and practices of administration, supervision & training
Ability to build equitable communities
Program compliance issues and regulations
Budget preparation and control
Public relations and speaking
Minimum Qualifications
Valid Administrative Credential
Valid teaching credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential
Valid California Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in alternative education setting
Bilingual candidates preferred
Requirements / Qualifications
A complete application for the position will include: A personal letter of application stating reasons for being interested in the position and why you should be considered A current Résumé Three (3) current letters of recommendation Copy of Administrative Services credential External Candidates please also include: Copy of Degree(s) Copy of transcripts
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Valid teaching credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential 2. Valid California Administrative Credential or verification of the ability to obtain an administrative credential. 3. Valid California Driver’s License 4. Experience working in alternative education setting, preferred 5. Bilingual preferred. SCREENING PROCESS The screening process leading to the appointment of the COORDINATOR - LEARNING OPTIONS will consist of: Step 1: Paper Screening—Review of application papers to assure meeting district minimum requirements and state certification requirements. Step 2: Personal Interview(s)—Based on screening and reference checks, qualified candidates will be interviewed by committee(s) and other staff as appropriate. Step 3: Selection—Top unranked candidates will be recommended by the committee(s) to the Superintendent’s Council.
Requirements / Qualifications
A complete application for the position will include: A personal letter of application stating reasons for being interested in the position and why you should be considered A current Résumé Three (3) current letters of recommendation Copy of Administrative Services credential External Candidates please also include: Copy of Degree(s) Copy of transcripts
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Valid teaching credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential 2. Valid California Administrative Credential or verification of the ability to obtain an administrative credential. 3. Valid California Driver’s License 4. Experience working in alternative education setting, preferred 5. Bilingual preferred. SCREENING PROCESS The screening process leading to the appointment of the COORDINATOR - LEARNING OPTIONS will consist of: Step 1: Paper Screening—Review of application papers to assure meeting district minimum requirements and state certification requirements. Step 2: Personal Interview(s)—Based on screening and reference checks, qualified candidates will be interviewed by committee(s) and other staff as appropriate. Step 3: Selection—Top unranked candidates will be recommended by the committee(s) to the Superintendent’s Council.
Comments and Other Information
In addition to possessing the ability to successfully meet the duties and responsibilities as per the job description the successful COORDINATOR – LEARNING OPTIONS applicant will be selected on the basis of the ability to:
1. Direct and oversee the daily operations, management and administration of Learning Options
2. Ability to plan, implement and evaluate educational programs for diverse student populations
3. Develop and encourage various levels of staff to participate in the design, implementation and assessment of program goals, procedures, enhancements and areas of growth
4. Communicate with other administrators, personnel and outside agencies to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information
5. Ability to deal effectively with the public and other departments.
6. Ability to take initiative and work without close supervision.
7. Ability to interpret laws, codes, regulations and ordinances appropriate to responsibilities of this position.
8. Overall experience relative to duties and responsibilities listed on the job description.
Comments and Other Information
In addition to possessing the ability to successfully meet the duties and responsibilities as per the job description the successful COORDINATOR – LEARNING OPTIONS applicant will be selected on the basis of the ability to:
1. Direct and oversee the daily operations, management and administration of Learning Options
2. Ability to plan, implement and evaluate educational programs for diverse student populations
3. Develop and encourage various levels of staff to participate in the design, implementation and assessment of program goals, procedures, enhancements and areas of growth
4. Communicate with other administrators, personnel and outside agencies to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information
5. Ability to deal effectively with the public and other departments.
6. Ability to take initiative and work without close supervision.
7. Ability to interpret laws, codes, regulations and ordinances appropriate to responsibilities of this position.
8. Overall experience relative to duties and responsibilities listed on the job description.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
10/28/2026
Contact
Becky Laguna
408.347.5251
408.347.5251
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$132,921 / year - $170,795 / year Annually
$132,921 / year - $170,795 / year Annually
Length of Work Year
216-218 Days
Employment Type
Full Time
Doctorate Degree Stipend
$3,375 / year
Benefits
District-paid medical, dental and vision (includes spouse and qualified dependents).
Sick Leave
12 days per year (prorated if employment less than 12 months; July 1 - June 30)
Position Effective
Immediately upon selection
Location
Education Center - Educational Services