Los Angeles Unified School District

Director of Positive School Climate (Interim)

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

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in leading school climate initiatives.
  • Expertise in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) methodologies.
  • Strong background in restorative practices and PBIS/MTSS frameworks.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience in developing and implementing professional development programs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead districtwide efforts to create a positive school climate.
  • Coordinate initiatives focused on SEL and mental health supports.
  • Collaborate with school leaders to enhance student outcomes.
  • Address and reduce disproportionality in school discipline.
  • Implement alternative disciplinary measures to suspension and expulsion.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to directly influence student learning environments.
  • Collaborative work with community partners to foster inclusivity.
  • Professional development opportunities to enhance leadership skills.
  • Engagement with diverse school and district stakeholders.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Director of Positive School Climate, Social and Emotional Learning provides districtwide leadership to create safe, equitable, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. The Director leads and coordinates initiatives related to positive school climate, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), restorative practices, PBIS/MTSS, mental health supports, race and equity, and alternatives to suspension and expulsion. The position works collaboratively with school and district leaders, staff, families, and community partners to improve student outcomes, address disproportionality, and build staff capacity through professional development and systems-level support.

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation
  • Resume


Comments and Other Information

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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