Los Angeles Unified School District

Area Program Manager, Special Education (assigned to support the Special Education Proactive Behavior Initiative)

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in special education management or program administration.
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state special education laws and regulations.
  • Proven ability to analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports.
  • Experience in leading and supervising educators and support staff.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage the delivery of special education services across programs and school sites.
  • Conduct research and analyze data to support program improvement.
  • Prepare statistical reports to inform best practices in special education.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations.
  • Provide ongoing direction and training to school-site staff involved in special education.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Collaborative work environment that fosters teamwork and innovation.
  • Supportive leadership focused on achieving successful outcomes for students with special needs.
  • Access to additional resources and tools for program implementation.
  • Opportunities to contribute to a worthwhile initiative improving special education practices.
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Job Summary

This opportunity is open to all interested candidates.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Area Program Manager, Special Education (assigned to support the Special Education Proactive Behavior Initiative) will plan, organize, and manage delivery of special education services for assigned special education programs and/or school sites; conduct research, analyze data, and prepare statistical reports to support and implement best practices; ensure compliance with state and federal mandates; provide ongoing direction and guidance to school sites for implementation and continuation of special education programs and services, as well as leadership, direction, and supervision of assigned personnel.

Requirements / Qualifications

About Los Angeles Unified School District

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of over 550,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
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