DESCRIPTION:

Division of Instruction

SPECIALIST, ELEMENTARY LITERACY/ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (ELA)

38G (School Support Administrator, 0515)

Under the supervision of the Administrator of Elementary Instruction, the specialist supports the implementation and continuous improvement of standards-based ELA curriculum, assessment, and instruction, including the Structured Literacy Approach. The specialist collaborates with central office, regional, school-site, community, and external partners to provide professional learning, instructional resources, and data-informed support that strengthens literacy instruction and improves student outcomes for all learners.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports professional learning of region and central office instructional support personnel by providing content and technical support on the implementation of the California English Language Arts/English Language Development (ELA/ELD) framework and content standards
• Supports curriculum design integrating core ELA curriculum and social emotional learning support for struggling readings to meet the District goals reading proficiency for all students
• Supports implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), the Reading Difficulties Risk Screener (RDRS), literacy intervention, progress monitoring, and data-informed instructional decision-making for students at risk for reading difficulties
• Reviews and analyzes DIBELS, SBA, and curriculum embedded assessment data to support effective District-wide implementation of ELA instructional programs and strategies to inform instruction and professional learning
• Guides implementation of high-quality instructional materials and evidence-based literacy practices, including core curriculum, foundational skills, language comprehension, explicit writing instruction, student discourse, and small-group instruction
• Collaborates with region and central office personnel in facilitating the implementation of standards-based literacy strategies and access strategies to support all students, including English learners, standard English learners, and struggling readers such as students showing signs of reading difficulties

CONTINUE - PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitates collaboration among central offices, Regions, school leaders, teachers, community partners, and external organizations to advance District literacy initiatives and strengthen systems of support
• Conducts school visits, instructional walkthroughs, and follow-up coaching to monitor implementation, identify instructional needs, and provide differentiated support to school leaders and teachers
• Works with site administrators, teachers, region staff, and community members to understand the California content standards, English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework, and core District programs that support the literacy success of all student subgroups
• Develops instructional resources, guides, and tools to support educators, students, and families in advancing literacy outcomes
• Supports the implementation of structured literacy approaches and the integration of literacy across all subject areas
• Performs other duties as assigned

SALARY:

38G, (School Support Administrator, 0515) – E Basis ($117,509 – $146,277) – 234 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:

• Permanent certificated employee of the Los Angeles Unified School District 
• At least five (5) years of successful, full-time public-school service in a certificated position(s)
• At least three (3) years of successful, full-time public-school service as an elementary teacher
• 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:

• Experience in designing and delivering professional development using adult learning theory
• Experience supporting multiple at-risk student populations such as Standard English learners, foster youth, English learners, etc.
• Experience in elementary curriculum, instructional methodology, and effective research-based strategies
• Knowledge of and experience with project management
• Knowledge of preschool, K-6th grade California content standards English language arts, and English language development
• Knowledge of Structured Literacy, Orton Gillingham and the Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS)
• Knowledge of restorative justice as well as social-emotional learning and competencies 
• Knowledge of a multi-tiered system of support and intervention to promote proficiency for all students, including those showing signs of dyslexia
• CLAD/BCLAD

CONTINUE - DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with the Teaching and Learning Framework
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of a variety of platforms/programs (e.g., MyPLN, Schoology, MS Office, Google Drive, etc.) 
• Ability to work effectively with diverse racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, and socioeconomic groups
• Ability to travel to multiple sites throughout the LAUSD 

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 professional development in the California Content Standards for Literacy
• Implementing an instructional initiative that supports at-promise students and monitoring for deliverables
• Collaborating with multiple departments and branches on a shared project 
• Utilizing student data to modify instruction to address the needs of a specific subgroup. 

1. Current résumé (include employee number) that outlines qualifications for the position
2. Upload, as a separate attachment, a list of three 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:

Elizabeth Bernal, Administrator of Instruction

Division of Instruction, Elementary

[email protected]

DEADLINE: AUGUST 26, 2026

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

Non-Discrimination Policy