Assistant Principal, Special Education Services

About the Employer

The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County's most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE's vision is that "Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success." Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The OCDE Special Education Services Division operates Connections - Empowering Every Learner. Connections has 48 classes on 13 different school sites throughout Orange County.

Students are referred to our programs from their district of residence. Whenever possible, interaction with non-disabled peers is promoted. We emphasize communication, vocational training, and functional academic skills with an emphasis on behavior and technology instructional supports.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Principal to manage and coordinate the activities and operations of Special Education school sites within OCDE located in Central Orange County. Essential Functions/Duties: • Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, priorities, and strategic plans. • Identify resource needs; establish schedules and methods for providing specialized services; recommend and implement policies and procedures. • Provide administrative leadership in the absence of the principal. • Select, train, schedule, supervise, lead, and evaluate assigned staff; provide resources and guidance to support staff success; work with employees to improve performance. • Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff responsible for providing educational services for a special education site.

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Requirements / Qualifications

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

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Five (5) years of educational experience in the field of special education including two (2) years of administrative and supervisory experience. • Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, including training in special education. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California Credential authorizing service in a public school program. • A valid California Administrative Credential. There are supplemental question in the application.

Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental question is listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less.

We recommend that you prepare your response in advance of beginning the application. 1. Please describe your experience implementing and overseeing special education programs at the district or county level, ensuring compliance with regulations and improving student outcomes. 2. Please detail your experience collaborating with stakeholders to develop and support IEPs, including handling conflicts and ensuring effective implementation.

Comments and Other Information

A completed EdJoin application is required for a candidate to be considered for this opportunity. An attached resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin application.

Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The selected candidate will be also required to show original documents which establish both the individual's identity and employment authorization.

We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position. EOE/ADA Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.

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