Director, Early Childhood Education

DESCRIPTION:

Early Childhood Education Division (ECED)

DIRECTOR, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

40G (School Support Administrator, 0515)

The Director, Early Childhood Education (ECE) provides support to all District early childhood education programs. The Director, ECE supervises and assists the early education center principals on matters related to instructional leadership, supervision of certificated and classified staff, and adherence to District and state policies. The director also provides technical assistance and support to the regional offices and elementary school principals related to the early childhood education programs.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises, provides guidance and support, and evaluates early education center principals
• Develops and implements professional development to early education center and elementary principals within the regional offices to include curriculum, assessment, instruction, operations, and on capacity building of teachers and support personnel
• Provides training and support to early education center principals in order to create and sustain a school climate that is safe and secure and promotes positive interactions between adults and children and children and their peers
• Monitors and ensures compliance with District, state, and federal requirements for early childhood education programs
• Assists the early education center and elementary principals in establishing partnerships with parents and community, as needed, and in addressing parent questions and concerns
• Coordinates the expansion of early childhood education programs and projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

SALARY:

40G, (School Support Administrator, 0515) – A Basis ($137,882 – $171,725) – 261 paid 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 individual may be subject to displacement due to norm allocation and seniority-based RIF provisions or due to budget limitations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least eight (8) years of successful, full-time public school service in a certificated position(s), with no fewer than two (2) years of which must have been in a leadership position(s) (e.g., coordinator, instructional coach, dean)
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential (Out-of-state candidates must qualify for and obtain a California credential prior to selection approval.)
• 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 and Master Plan 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:

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
• Expertise in research-based and standards-based early education instructional practices
• Knowledge of effective coaching and research-based educational methodologies that support systemic change
• Knowledge of current practices in early childhood education
• Experience planning, delivering and implementing differentiated professional development aligned to standards-based instruction
• Experience with computer and basic software programs and District applications
• Management experience in early childhood education programs
• Understanding of the instructional needs of English learners, Standard English learners, students with disabilities, students identified as gifted, students of various languages and cultures, and socioeconomically-disadvantaged students
• Effective organizational and management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

CONTINUE - DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, linguistic, and disability groups
• Ability to interpret and use data for the purpose of improving student achievement and informing instruction
• Ability to use technology for data collection and analysis for reporting, teacher improvement, and to promote instructional proficiency for all students
• Understanding of experience with District observation and feedback tools to promote improvement.
• Ability to travel to various sites within LAUSD

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

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

1. Cover letter that describes qualifications for this position and successful experience in the following areas:

• Building the effectiveness of certificated staff resulting in measurable improvements
• Developing an operational or programmatic management tool or system for an early education center, including school climate, safety, and compliance with District and state policies
• Utilizing data to inform decision-making, planning, and improved student outcomes.

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 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:

Obioma Uche, Director

Early Childhood Education Division

oiu9972@lausd.net

DEADLINE: JUNE 2, 2026

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

Non-Discrimination Policy