Specialist, Nonpublic Services Support

DESCRIPTION:

Division of Special Education

SPECIALIST, NONPUBLIC SERVICES SUPPORT

38G (School Support Administrator, 0515)

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors provision of nonpublic services, including data collection and collaboration with Psychological Services/ERICS and Due Process Departments, to maximize adherence to the contract and ensure alignment and consistency in the District’s use of nonpublic contractor services
• Negotiates and implements master contracts and individual services agreements with nonpublic schools and agencies
• Reviews and authorizes individual services agreements with contracting nonpublic schools and agencies
• Provides policy guidance and technical assistance, coordination, and consultation to administrators of nonpublic schools and agencies, District staff, outside agencies, parents, and students
• Participates in the implementation of the Least Restrictive Environment policy of the Division of Special Education to prevent inappropriate identification of students as having a disability
• Provides appropriate student placement and supports for students approved for nonpublic school or agency services, resulting in positive academic, behavioral, and social development outcomes for students with disabilities and exiting of students from special education support when outcomes are met
• Collaborates with staff at regions, instruction and operations offices, special education service centers, school, parents, students, and other entities providing services to students with disabilities
• Develops technical assistance strategies and supports schools regarding the requirements and implementation strategies for the state indicator outcomes, as well as, requirements and implementation of all federal and state mandates specific to nonpublic services for students with disabilities

CONTINUED PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizes data to identify trends and proactively remedy compliance and contractual violations to increase the District’s substantial compliance
• Works continuously with all stakeholder groups on ensuring that students are supported in the least restrictive environment for the maximum extent possible
• Provides recruitment, selection, training, direction, and general supervision to Nonpublic Services Support staff
• Interfaces with the California Department of Education (CDE) regarding site reviews and systemic or student-level compliance issues
• Facilitates the implementation of instructional modifications, accommodations, and behavioral interventions
• In collaboration with Educational Equity Compliance Office, investigates and responds to uniform complaints and CDE-required corrective actions
• Assists with policy and procedures development and implementation surrounding nonpublic services
• Manages regular meetings with nonpublic contractors for the purposes of policy and procedures alignment and informational dissemination
• Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with the District/AALA agreement

SALARY:

Salary: 38G, (School Support Administrator, 0515) – B Basis ($110,981 – $138,149) – 221 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 five (5) years of successful, full-time public school service in a certificated position(s)
• At least three (3) years of successful, full-time public school experience working with students with disabilities in a certificated capacity
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential

• A valid California Special Education Teaching Credential requiring a bachelor's degree and a program of professional preparation, including student teaching
• 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:

• Strong experience in both general and special education settings
• Experience with nonpublic schools and agencies and nonpublic services master contract stipulations
• Experience with District data systems, including Welligent, MiSiS, and MyData
• Classroom experience modifying and scaffolding instruction and curriculum as well as successful classroom management
• Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), California special education regulations, and District special education policies and procedures
• Strong project management, organizational skills, and written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability in collaboration, conflict resolution, negotiation and professional development
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience and commitment to working collaboratively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators
• Ability to travel to other sites and locations throughout the LAUSD

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:
   • Using data to support special education compliance monitoring
   • Planning and implementing differentiated professional development
   • Providing technical support and guidance to students with disabilities and their families.
2. Detailed, 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. Letters of recommendation are not required.  

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

FOR INFORMATION ONLY, PLEASE CONTACT:

Deanna Peterson, Administrative Coordinator

Psychological Services

deanna.peterson@lausd.net

DEADLINE: JULY 15, 2025

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

Non-Discrimination Policy