Los Angeles Unified School District

Director, Special Education (assigned to support Special Education Compliance)

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

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in special education administration
  • Strong understanding of federal and state special education laws
  • Proven leadership skills in managing and developing teams
  • Experience with fiscal planning and budget management
  • Ability to foster collaboration between various stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Plan and direct daily operations of special education programs
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state educational mandates
  • Oversee the District's child-find obligations for private school students
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts in special education services
  • Provide guidance and support to school staff and families

Benefits

  • Access to professional development opportunities
  • Supportive work environment focused on student success
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Opportunities for community engagement
  • Retirement plans and benefits
Full Job Description
Job Summary

This opportunity is open to all interested candidates.

BASIC FUNCTION:
The Director, Special Education will plan, organize, manage, and direct the daily operations within assigned Special Education programs and services to support schools, staff, students, and families; uphold fiscal responsibilities; ensure compliance with State and federal mandates and District policies; provide leadership, direction, and supervision to assigned staff to continually improve and calibrate special education programs and services.

The Director, Special Education (assigned to support Special Education Compliance) will provide leadership and oversight of the Special Education Department's efforts to fulfill the District's child-find obligations for parentally placed private school students (PPPSS) within the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) boundaries. The Director will provide leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of integrated systems, program

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

For questions regarding this job announcement, including priority consideration, please contact Human Resources Analyst, Tina Cano at [email protected]

Additional Information

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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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