Administrator, Adult & Career Education Division

DESCRIPTION:

Division of Adult and Career Education (DACE)

ADMINISTRATOR, ADULT & CAREER EDUCATION DIVISION

46G (School Support Administrator, 0515)

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Adult & Career Education Division, the administrator, will direct the planning and development of adult and career education programs and projects.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises Division of Adult and Career Education principals
• Provides support to site administrators in addressing school performance measurements and student outcomes
• Assesses the pedagogical details of the schools' improvement plans; helps principals set key objectives for learning and measurable benchmarks
• Prepares and presents special reports to District Board Members, senior staff, and committees representing Division projects and programs
• Guides principals in analyzing data to drive instructional changes at schools; determining next steps based on disaggregated data and school walkthroughs
• Serves as a resource and liaison to District staff and local, county, state, and federal agencies by providing leadership and guidance in the analysis, interpretation, and development of policy and compliance strategies pertaining to Adult and Career Education programs
• Directs and guides school administrators and stakeholders as they align budgets with the needs of students to ensure that rigorous instructional programs and effective support services are delivered to all students

CONTINUE - PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers and evaluates staffing and organizational structure is appropriate to desired student outcomes; guides site administrators with implementing Human Resources staffing
• Directs, refers, and investigates complaints pertaining to Adult and Career Education
• Works in conjunction with Staff Relations to resolve bargaining unit concerns
• Plans, coordinates, and implements school operations and safety activities for administrators and other District personnel in the Division of Adult and Career Education
• Coordinates the development, operation, and evaluation of special projects/programs
• Performs other duties as assigned

SALARY:

46G (School Support Administrator, 0515) – A Basis ($158,723 – $197,937) – 261paid days

• In the case of an annualized employee who is changing basis during the year, this change may result in an annualized "settlement"(i.e., the process by which the district resolves an under or overpayment).
• For employees who change basis during the school year, this basis change may prevent them from earning a full year of service credit.
• Selected individuals may be subject to displacement due to norm allocation and seniority-based RIF provisions or due to budget limitations.
• This position is deemed certificated under Education Code Section 44065 but may not qualify for "creditable service" under Education Code Section 22119.5 for CalSTRS benefits. However, if the candidate chosen for the position is already a CalSTRS member, he/she can fill out an election form to remain in CalSTRS and thereby obtain CalSTRS credit for this service.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least eight (8) years of successful, full-time public-school service in a certificated position(s), with no fewer than three (3) years of which must have been in a position(s) requiring the Administrative Services Credential
• At least one (1) year of successful, full-time public-school service as a principal
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential
• A valid California Teaching Credential requiring a bachelor's degree and a program of professional preparation, that included student teaching OR a valid California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential
• An earned master's degree or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard conferred by a regionally-accredited college or university
• Completion of required Multicultural Education coursework*

*Applicants have one year to complete this requirement.

NOTE: All minimum requirements must be met on or before the filing deadline. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that appropriate documentation is on file with Human Resources. For additional information, please call (213) 241-6886.

Employees who have been issued a below standard Performance Evaluation or Notice of Unsatisfactory Act(s) and/or Suspension shall be ineligible for application to any promotion process for one calendar year following the issuance of such a Notice.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies pertaining to K-adult and career education
• Knowledge of effective administrative and managerial practices
• Leadership skills in strategic planning and implementation and evaluation of programs
• Ability to effectively plan, organize, and direct adult and career programs
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply data in order to improve educational outcomes and program effectiveness
• Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, and socioeconomic groups
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to travel to multiple sites throughout the District

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To be considered for this position, qualified applicants must submit the following applications materials:

1. Letter of intent that describes qualifications for this position and successful experience in the following areas:

• Coordinating development, assessment, and improvement of secondary (grades 6-12) or adult and career education instructional programs, including content area
• Building the effectiveness of staff
• Utilizing student data to identify and design instructional strategies based on research and practice to address students' needs.

2. Current résumé (include employee number, if an LAUSD employee) that outlines qualifications for the position

3. Upload, as a separate attachment, a list of three references that includes the current, immediate supervisor, and the next most recent supervisors with their contact information. References will be verified for all applicants who are finalists for the position.

Applicants are advised that meeting the stated minimum requirements does not ensure an invitation to an interview.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY, PLEASE CONTACT:

Raquel Guzman

Division of Adult and Career Education

(213) 241-3773

DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 8, 2026

The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion.

Non-Discrimination Policy