Administrative Coordinator, Special Education Compliance Support and Monitoring

Los Angeles Unified School District

1d•$149,046 - $185,940

About The Position

Los Angeles Unified School District SELPA/Division of Special Education ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR, SPECIAL EDUCATION COMPLIANCE SUPPORT AND MONITORING 43G (School Support Administrator, 0515) Under the direction of the Executive Director, Special Education or their administrative designee, the duties include, but are not limited to, providing the following for LAUSD SELPA District-operated schools and LAUSD Charter SELPA schools: PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Administers the provision of technical expertise to school teams in the implementation of interventions, supports, and training to support student learning Oversees the implementation of District-wide Special Education private school programs and Intensive Intervention Program (IIP) Designs, implements, and monitors outcomes of professional development for region-operated schools and Charter SELPA schools, as well as staff of the Division of Special Education including developing training opportunities using multiple formats such as online, webinars, and video conferencing Coordinates the implementation and monitoring of the District’s Child Find obligation Reviews and monitors due process data to help reduce due process filings, strategically address cause, and develop resolutions Serves as a liaison with central office, region, Division of Special Education, and LAUSD Charter SELPA staff in matters related to Child Find, IIP, and private school programs Supervises private school consultants and IIP providers Coordinates the implementation of IIP and supervises IIP service providers Collaborates with the Due Process Department in implementation and provision of IIP Supervises the analysis of school data to ensure that all aspects of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) are being implemented Oversees the assignment and implementation of District compensatory services Coordinates the District’s Surrogate Parent Program Performs other duties as assigned SALARY:43G, (School Support Administrator, 0515) – A Basis ($149,046 – $185,940) – 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 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 position(s) requiring the Administrative Services Credential A valid California Administrative Services 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 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: In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the due process elements of the mandate, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complaint procedures In-depth knowledge of and experience in leading implementation of the California content standards and standards-based instruction for all core subjects at the secondary level Successful experience with supervision and evaluation of staff Knowledge of the District’s Special Education, outcomes, and action plans Knowledge and ability to lead comprehensive planning and development of continuous improvement systems, tools, and resources Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution, and organizational skills Strong oral and written communication skills including experience presenting to large groups Leadership experience in planning, organizing, and implementing professional development aligned with District priorities Experience with due process and informal dispute resolution Experience providing leadership in the development and implementation of large initiatives Demonstrated capacity to lead new projects particularly those related to emerging education technology, innovative school models, competency-based learning CONTINUE - PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Skill and ability to support the needs of all student subgroups and students of various languages and cultures Skill in providing high-quality customer service Ability to build consensus with and develop collegial relationships with staff and stakeholders including teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action Ability to develop and interpret policies, laws, and regulations Ability to collaborate effectively with other offices, school sites, legal counsel, advocates, parents, and community agencies Ability to effectively use new technology and software Excellent communication, teamwork, interpersonal and organizational skills 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: Monitoring and implementing District, state, and federal mandates regarding students with disabilities to accomplish instructional goals Engaging educational partners to influence student outcomes Supporting teachers or paraprofessionals in differentiating instructional support for students with disabilities. 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 confidential 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.APPLICATION DEADLINE:FOR INFORMATION ONLY, PLEASE CONTACT: Diana M. Massaria, Director Due Process Department (213) 241-6718 [email protected] DEADLINE: JANUARY 28, 2026 Dear applicant, please make sure you meet the minimum requirements and have the proper credentials before submitting your application. The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion. Non-Discrimination Policy

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 position(s) requiring the Administrative Services Credential
A valid California Administrative Services 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 and Master Plan coursework

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the due process elements of the mandate, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complaint procedures
In-depth knowledge of and experience in leading implementation of the California content standards and standards-based instruction for all core subjects at the secondary level
Successful experience with supervision and evaluation of staff
Knowledge of the District’s Special Education, outcomes, and action plans
Knowledge and ability to lead comprehensive planning and development of continuous improvement systems, tools, and resources
Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution, and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills including experience presenting to large groups
Leadership experience in planning, organizing, and implementing professional development aligned with District priorities
Experience with due process and informal dispute resolution
Experience providing leadership in the development and implementation of large initiatives
Demonstrated capacity to lead new projects particularly those related to emerging education technology, innovative school models, competency-based learning

Responsibilities

Administers the provision of technical expertise to school teams in the implementation of interventions, supports, and training to support student learning
Oversees the implementation of District-wide Special Education private school programs and Intensive Intervention Program (IIP)
Designs, implements, and monitors outcomes of professional development for region-operated schools and Charter SELPA schools, as well as staff of the Division of Special Education including developing training opportunities using multiple formats such as online, webinars, and video conferencing
Coordinates the implementation and monitoring of the District’s Child Find obligation
Reviews and monitors due process data to help reduce due process filings, strategically address cause, and develop resolutions
Serves as a liaison with central office, region, Division of Special Education, and LAUSD Charter SELPA staff in matters related to Child Find, IIP, and private school programs
Supervises private school consultants and IIP providers
Coordinates the implementation of IIP and supervises IIP service providers
Collaborates with the Due Process Department in implementation and provision of IIP
Supervises the analysis of school data to ensure that all aspects of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) are being implemented
Oversees the assignment and implementation of District compensatory services
Coordinates the District’s Surrogate Parent Program
Performs other duties as assigned
Skill and ability to support the needs of all student subgroups and students of various languages and cultures
Skill in providing high-quality customer service
Ability to build consensus with and develop collegial relationships with staff and stakeholders including teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Ability to develop and interpret policies, laws, and regulations
Ability to collaborate effectively with other offices, school sites, legal counsel, advocates, parents, and community agencies
Ability to effectively use new technology and software
Excellent communication, teamwork, interpersonal and organizational skills