Los Angeles Unified School District

Director I, Special Education, Student Programs and Support

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Education or related field
  • Valid teaching credential
  • Strong leadership experience in educational settings
  • Experience with budget management in special education
  • Proven ability to supervise and evaluate staff effectively
  • Expertise in special education law and compliance

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership for satellite special day classes
  • Assist in developing and managing the Special Education budget
  • Direct and supervise certificated and classified staff assigned to special programs
  • Implement and monitor assigned special projects
  • Support IEP teams to ensure compliance with FAPE mandates

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Direct impact on student educational outcomes
  • Supportive leadership structure
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Under the supervision and direction of the Division Director of Special Education Programs, the Director I will provide leadership, and oversight to a variety of satellite based special day classes. Assist in the development and implementation of the Special Education budget; direct and supervise certificated and classified staff as assigned; develop, implement, and monitor special projects as assigned. Assist IEP teams in ensuring students receive Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Copy of Transcript
  • Credential Copy
  • Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Professional Letters of Recommendation - Signed by Author)
  • Resume

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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