Coordinator II, Division of Special Education

Welcome to the Los Angeles County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining the LACOE family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support and an invigorating mission. The primary function of LACOE is to service and support 80 K-12 school districts along with numerous other agencies, as we ensure educational excellence for the region's two-million preschool and school-aged children. LACOE serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. We enhance our role through partnering with our communities, County and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support and specialized services. It is our mission to improve the lives of students and our educational community through our service, leadership and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and strategic plan that encompasses "A Culture of Excellence in ALL We Do."See attachment on original job postingEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION • Master's degree in Education or a related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. • A minimum of 5 years of experience as a teacher or special education related service provider such as a school psychologist or speech pathologist. • K-12 teaching/coaching/administrative experience as a special education administrator at a district, SELPA or County Office or as a general education administrator supporting special education students is preferred. • Experience working with adult learners; familiarity with best practices in training and/or coaching adults. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Must hold a valid California Administrative Services Credential or Certificate of Eligibility AND one of the following: • A valid Teaching Credential - Multiple Subject, Single Subject or Education Specialist • A Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential • A Pupil Personnel Services CredentialAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • A Letter of Interest • Credentials with document number. • A list of three (3) references at the management/supervisory level, with contact information (full name, job title, phone number, and email address), which can attest to your experience and expertise relevant to this position. One reference must be your most recent supervisor. Contact La Chanee Thompson at Thompson_LaChanee@lacoe.edu and HRSRecruitment@lacoe.edu with any questions about the process.EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION • Master's degree in Education or a related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. • A minimum of 5 years of experience as a teacher or special education related service provider such as a school psychologist or speech pathologist. • K-12 teaching/coaching/administrative experience as a special education administrator at a district, SELPA or County Office or as a general education administrator supporting special education students is preferred. • Experience working with adult learners; familiarity with best practices in training and/or coaching adults. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Must hold a valid California Administrative Services Credential or Certificate of Eligibility AND one of the following: • A valid Teaching Credential - Multiple Subject, Single Subject or Education Specialist • A Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential • A Pupil Personnel Services CredentialAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • A Letter of Interest • Credentials with document number. • A list of three (3) references at the management/supervisory level, with contact information (full name, job title, phone number, and email address), which can attest to your experience and expertise relevant to this position. One reference must be your most recent supervisor. Contact La Chanee Thompson at Thompson_LaChanee@lacoe.edu and HRSRecruitment@lacoe.edu with any questions about the process.Comments and Other InformationLACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 922-6153. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment: Is subject to inside environmental conditions; subject to driving/traveling to sites to conduct work; May be required to attend periodic evening meetings and/or to travel within and out of District boundaries to attend meetings; May be required to work evenings or weekends. Physical Abilities: Perform work that is primarily sedentary; sitting for extended periods of time, hearing and speaking to communicate and exchange information, walking, seeing to observe accuracy of reports and documents, and dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment. Should an applicant require reasonable accommodation, the Los Angeles County Office of Education Office will consider that upon request. Other: Residency in California required Must be willing to travel statewide