Assistant Director/Assistant Principal, Renaissance PAU

Job Summary

Work Locations
Renaissance PAU Sites:
Mujeres y Hombres Nobles CCS/IS & Bermudez IS + VIS
1260 S. Monterey Pass Rd., Monterey Park, CA 91754

Boys Republic of Monrovia CCS
128 E. Palm Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016

Jonas Salk CCS & La Brea IS + VIS
14600 Cerise Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250

The Position
Under the direction of the Director III, Renaissance PAU, the Assistant Director provides specialized instructional, operational, and student support leadership in a county community school setting. This role supports systemwide implementation of educational reform, special education compliance, integrated student services, and continuous improvement strategies aligned to LACOE’s Strategic Plan and County mandates.

The Assistant Director is responsible for supervising certificated and classified staff; supporting instructional quality; ensuring fidelity of IEP implementation; strengthening school climate and safety; and coordinating with Mental Health, community partners, and sending districts. The position requires advanced knowledge of alternative education, special education, trauma-informed practices, restorative approaches, and data-driven improvement, as well as the ability to lead in highly regulated environments.

This role serves as a key operational and instructional leader supporting suspension reduction efforts, attendance improvement, staff development, and the expansion of postsecondary and Career Technical Education pathways for court-involved youth.

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Requirements / Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Experience:
• Five or more years of experience in education as a teacher or service provider with progressively responsible leadership roles
• Experience working with justice-involved or at-promise youth highly desirable
• Experience in special education strongly preferred

Education:
• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or Administration (or related field) from a regionally accredited institution required

License or Certificate
• Valid California Credential (Multiple Subject, Single Subject, Education Specialist, or Pupil Personnel Services)
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential

*** PLEASE VERIFY THAT YOU MEET THE EXPERIENCE, CREDENTIAL, AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS WHEN YOU APPLY. APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT MEET THE STATED REQUIREMENTS WILL BE SCREENED OUT ***

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application.

PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION.

Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents:

• Credential Copy (Administrative Services Credential)
• Letter of Introduction
• Other (List of 3 references (contact information only), including your current/most recent supervisor)
• Resume

Comments and Other Information

Contact Dr. Bryan Johnson ([email protected]) with questions about the process.

LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 922-6153.

Important Notice: Incomplete applications or those missing required details will be screened out. You must submit at least three professional references with clearly defined titles and roles who can attest to your performance in an educational setting. At least one reference must be your current or most recent administrator or direct supervisor (e.g., Principal, Assistant Principal, or Operational Leader); personal friends and family members are not accepted. Please be sure to include phone number and email address for each reference.