Los Angeles Unified School District

Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid base credential and Administrative Services Credential required
  • Five years of educational leadership experience preferred
  • Strong understanding of inclusive and culturally responsive curricula
  • Proven ability to manage program evaluation and assessment strategies
  • Expertise in developing professional development programs for staff

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage instructional programs for Preschool to 8th Grade
  • Develop and implement system-wide improvement strategies
  • Oversee research and program evaluation strategies
  • Ensure effective learning opportunities for all students
  • Collaborate on the District's Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
  • Support the recruitment and evaluation of district leadership staff
  • Prepare and assist in the implementation of board policies

Benefits

  • $16,000 annual contribution towards medical benefits
  • $5,000 annual compensation for earned doctorate in Education
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Direct involvement in strategic decision-making with the Superintendent's Executive Cabinet
  • Engagement in a collaborative leadership environment
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Under the direction of the Superintendent, it is the responsibility of the Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services, to lead, plan, organize, direct, and manage the instructional programs Preschool - 8th Grade of the District including, but not limited to developing and implementing system-wide improvement strategies; ensuring implementation of inclusive and culturally-responsive curriculum and instructional programs; ensuring effective learning opportunities and growth experiences for all students; overseeing research, assessment, and program evaluation strategies; and instructional programs; ensuring effective learning opportunities and growth experiences for all students; overseeing research, assessment and program evaluation strategies; and providing professional development programs that are consistent with District goals, objectives and improvement strategies. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services leads, plans, organizes, and manages the development and implementation of the District's Local Control Accountability Plan ("LCAP"), and provides direct input to the District' Local Control Formula ("LCFF") budget plan, including the supplemental grant. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services supports the recruitment, selection and evaluation of principals, Educational Services department certificated and classified staff members and other leadership staff members. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services prepares and assists in the preparation and implementation of Board policies, administrative regulations and strategies for achieving the District's goals and objectives. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services serves on the Superintendent's Executive Cabinet.

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Copy of Transcript
  • Credential Copy (A valid base credential and Administrative Services Credential are required and must be submitted as part of the application packet.)
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must provide three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last two years, including one from your current Superintendent or Supervisor (If the Superintendent is not available))
  • Resume


Comments and Other Information

*** Three Rounds of Interviews will be held for this position with an anticipated Board Approval Date of September 2, 2026. Please view the dates below:
1. First Round scheduled for August 18, 2026
2. Second Round scheduled for August 20, 2026
3. Third Round scheduled for August 21, 2026

The Eastside Union School District contributes $16,000 annually towards medical benefits.

The Eastside Union School District will compensate Administrators the sum of $5,000 annually for an earned doctorate in Education from an acceptable accredited institution as approved by the Superintendent.

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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