Executive Director, Elementary Education

DESCRIPTION:

Human Resources Division

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

FRTXX (School Support Administrator, Executive Management; 0529)

Leads the grades TK-5 standards-based programs across instructional disciplines (e.g., ELA, math, science, STEAM, arts, etc.) in addition to Community Schools, Instructional Technology Initiative, Tutoring, and the Arts Branch.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs, oversees, administers, and is accountable for the TK-5th grade educational program and assessment systems that ensure students are college and career ready
• Leads content teams in developing system strategies to positively influence student outcomes
• Leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive curriculum and professional development plan for teachers, administrators and support staff
• Develops partnerships and agreements with internal and external stakeholders to extend learning opportunities for students
• Evaluates data collection and reporting to review programs, analyze outcomes, and ensure accountability
• Develops policies, directs division strategies, evaluates programs, and ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements
• Leads teams to facilitate group processes with all stakeholders, students, local and state agencies, and community representatives to generate consensus building and conflict resolution.
• Represents the District on committees, task forces, and at special events to advocate for elementary education priorities
• Evaluates the performance of subordinate personnel
• During periods of critical personnel shortage or other emergency situation, shall temporarily perform any duties, as directed, within the authorization of any credentials held by the incumbent that are registered with the Office of the Los Angeles County Superintendent of Schools and that are a part of the class description requirements in effect at the time such duties are performed
• Performs related duties as assigned

SALARY:

FRTXX, (School Support Administrator, Executive Management; 0529) – A Basis ($215,793) – 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.
• 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 ten (10) years of successful, full-time public school service in a certificated position(s)
• At least five (5) years of successful, full-time public school experience as an elementary principal
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential (Out-of-state applicants 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:

• Successful implementation, with data-supported results, in the following areas:

• Providing differentiated professional development for teachers and administrators

• Enhancing opportunities for academic success for English learners, Standard English learners, socioeconomically-disadvantaged students, students with disabilities, and gifted and talented students
• Supervising and administering programs over multiple sites
• Developing and managing large scale budgets

• Leadership experience working with school and District-level administrators and groups to solve significant District-wide educational and/or organizational challenges
• Knowledge of District policies and procedures, goals and objectives, organizational structure and functions, and negotiated contracts
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local legislation as it applies to elementary childhood education policies, rules, and regulations
• Knowledge of Education Code, Title 5 of the California Administrative Code, the Government Code, and Board Rules
• Knowledge of accepted principles of adult learning in the process of workforce planning and development
• Knowledge of effective administrative and managerial practices and ability to implement them

CONTINUE - DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Leadership skill in facilitating group processes, including consensus building and conflict resolution
• Ability to provide administrative leadership at the executive level including decision-making, problem-solving, and delegation of authority
• Ability to absorb, analyze, organize, and project information and ideas
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, local and state agencies, community and bargaining unit representatives, colleagues, and other District personnel, both individually and as a group
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all racial, ethnic, disability, language, and socio-economic groups
• Ability to make formal, public presentations
• Ability to compose and comprehend written communication
• Ability to traverse all areas of the work site
• Ability to travel to other sites/locations
• Qualities of judgment and confidentiality in high degree

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

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

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

• Utilizing instructional data to evaluate schools performance and develop strategies for school support
• Leading high quality professional development that improved school performance

• Providing actionable feedback to teachers and administrators to ensure consistent and ongoing improvement in instructional practices.

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:

Francisco J. Serrato, Ed.D.

Chief Human Resources Officer

Human Resources Division

fserrato@lausd.net

DEADLINE: JUNE 5, 2026

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

Non-Discrimination Policy