Coordinator, Social Emotional Learning

The Systemic Leadership and Continuous Improvement Unit falls under the umbrella of the Educational Services Division and provides professional development, consultation, and technical assistance for district leaders and school staff. The team includes coordinators and staff who have expertise in the implementation and development of a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) with a focus on the whole child and includes academic, behavioral, and social-emotional instruction and intervention. The Systemic Leadership and Continuous Improvement Unit is currently seeking a passionate and dynamic individual to serve as Coordinator of social-emotional Learning. This leading professional will develop, implement, and coordinate pieces of training and networks for Social-Emotional Learning and Student Mental Health and serve as a consultant to districts and community-based providers. The Coordinator will also provide leadership and guidance in the development, management, and evaluation of districtwide programs by using current evidence-based practices within the MTSS Framework. 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. 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 increasingly responsible educational experience including two (2) years of administrative service in a public school setting. • Master's Degree with major course work in education, education administration, behavior management, school counseling, educational psychology, or a related field. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • Valid California Credential authorizing instruction or service in a public school program. • Valid California Administrative Services Credential

Salary : $548 - $668