Regional Administrator of Instruction - Region South

On-site$163k – $203k

About this role

DESCRIPTION:

Region South

 

REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR OF INSTRUCTION

49G (School Support Administrator, 0515)

 

Serves as a key instructional leader of a region who aligns student needs with resources to ensure academic success and assists the Regional Superintendent in providing instructional support to all schools within the service area. Leads the development and implementation of initiatives and strategic plans that close the achievement gap and ensures that all students achieve high academic standards and graduate college-prepared or career-ready.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Leads professional development; strategizes and utilizes measures to ensure that all schools excel in meeting their goals
  • Leads school administrators and stakeholders to align resources to support the needs of all students
  • Leads administrators to create a school learning environment that promotes equity and high expectations for academic achievement
  • Serves as the Regional Superintendent’s key leader in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Pre-K to 12 schools instructional programs, including standards-based instructional programs
  • Assesses school improvement plans and guides administrators in establishing objectives for learning and measurable benchmarks
  • Plans for and administers instructional initiatives that support all students, including English learners, Standard English learners,

foster youth, students with disabilities, socioeconomically-disadvantaged students, and gifted and talented education students

  • Works collaboratively with the regional leadership team to ensure a safe and effective learning and school campus environment for

all students

  • Performs other duties as assigned

SALARY:

49G, (School Support Administrator, 0515) – A Basis ($162,967 – $202, 934) – 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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    • At least eight years (8) of successful, full-time public school service in a certificated position(s), with no fewer than three (3) years of which must have been as a school principal
    • 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:

  • At least one year of successful, full-time experience in a position that evaluates principals and supervises schools
  • Experience leading elementary, middle school, and high school instructional programs
  • Leadership experience demonstrated by a successful track record of improved student achievement
  • Experience leading the implementation of standards-based instruction for all core subjects
  • Leadership experience in planning, organizing, and implementing professional development which is aligned with District priorities
  • Experience in leveraging instructional technology to enhance student learning
  • Experience in leading Equity, Access, and Acceleration initiatives
  • High school principal experience to lead A-G Graduation
  • Experience in the use and analysis of assessment data to inform instruction
  • Understands and can support the instructional needs of all student populations and students of various languages and cultures
  • Ability to build consensus with and develop collegial relationships with staff and stakeholders

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:
  • Leading the implementation of an instructional initiative
  • Promoting a culture of shared accountability
  • Using data to drive change in instruction.

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 professional 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.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY, PLEASE CONTACT:

Andre Spicer, Regional Superintendent

Region South

310-354-3400

 

DEADLINE: JULY 9, 2026

 

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

 

Non-Discrimination Policy

 

Company at a glance

Second largest in the nation, the Los Angeles Unified School District enrolls more than 520,000 students. The District covers an area totaling 710 square miles, which includes most of the city of Los Angeles, along with all or portions of 25 cities and unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.

The mission of LAUSD is reflected in continued double-digit growth on the state Academic Performance Index (API); the upward trend in the graduation rate, progress in the pass rate on the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) and other academic indicators.

LA schools boast more winners of the United States Academic Decathlon championships-12-than any other District in this country. Add to those impressive victories, outstanding individual student and team achievements in: science, mathematics, social studies, language arts, foreign and dual languages, business and entrepreneurial skills, the visual and performing arts, and athletics.

Nationally recognized by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine for serving healthy, low fat and vegetarian school lunches. LAUSD's standards also call for: whole grains, low sodium, locally grown fruits and vegetables and no trans fat; flavored milk or carbonated beverages.

Today, the District counts more than 115 new schools and campuses, thanks to the nation's largest public works project, funded by bond measures, a testament to broad voter support.

Founded1853
Team Size10,001+ employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryEducation Administration Programs
Location
United States
Websitelausd.org
LinkedInLinkedIn

Tired of cold applications?

Sign up with Clera and we'll reach out the moment a role actually fits you — no more spraying applications into the void.

Know someone who'd be great for this?