Specialist, Target Student Group Intervention - Office of Equity (2026-2027) (Latino Student Achieve

Specialist, Target Student Group Intervention Under general supervision from the Office of Equity, the Specialist will coordinate and implement site based targeted instruction and activities designed to transform school culture and improve the academic achievement of target student populations (including African American males and females, Latino males and females, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latino males and females, Students with Special Needs, LGBTQ, Unhoused and Foster students) from preschool through 12th grade. The Specialist will work with their assigned network support team to assist site leaders and teachers with implementing targeted student academic and social-emotional support. Specialist will support internal and external communications and training to develop site capacity for building empowering narratives of our students and families, countering deficit thinking of our target students, and integrating cultural and linguistic assets with instruction and school culture. Specialist will collaborate with team members and District staff to coordinate activities within the District and externally with community partners particularly focused on the needs of assigned target student group. The specific duties of the Specialist include year-round program development and implementation, on-going leadership and technical assistance that keep targeted intervention activities in tact across the District. The Specialist participates in key decision-making discussions within the area of his/her responsibilities for the department.

Guide planning and coordination of site based professional development and community events related to building staff competency with engaging target student groups, with partners, other participating agencies, District curriculum leadership, administrators, teacher leaders, teachers and/or other appropriate staff. Assist in creating a District-wide culture shift by modeling for and training staff to demonstrate high expectations for target student groups, and how to build strong school cultures and student academic identity, that transform deficit narratives about target student groups. Work with school staff and administration to integrate academic and non-academic student supports to improve attendance and overall academic achievement. Establish systems to manage and maintain quality partnerships, including, but not limited to: development of MOUs, facilitation of regular meetings, planning sessions, joint work plans with multiple OUSD departments and collaborative problem-solving/conflict resolution with local CBO's and community partners to build collective will and action towards reaching goals for accelerated target student achievement. Prepare and present reports on assigned target student population for the appropriate District leaders, agencies, private providers, community, and other audiences. Support the integration of family engagement, student engagement, and community school supports for assigned target student group. Train, support, and coach volunteers and personnel funded by grants and other sources, as assigned. Serve as a content expert for assigned target student group. Participate in professional development opportunities Provide cross training to other staff members within the department and across multiple departments on engaging and empowering assigned target student group. Perform related duties as assigned. The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of: Effective strategies, theories, techniques, and methods of professional and organizational development Effective educational practices for one or more target student populations, and intersectionality of race, gender, ability, sexuality for target populations District curriculum and school instructional programs Principles and techniques of data collection, analysis and report writing Racial justice, equity and healing practices within PreK-12 educational context Current trends in community schools, public education, youth development, and family systems Applicable federal and state laws, as well as District codes, regulations, policies and procedures governing work scope Methods to interpret apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to work scope District educational initiatives and programs Common Core Standards Social emotional skills and standards Definition, framework, and support of positive school culture Preventative student behavior and attendance strategies Diversity, sensitivity, and competence with regard to issues of race, learning or other ability, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, socio-economic group, sexuality or other orientations or cultural markers Building partnerships and collaboration with individuals, departments, agencies, and institutions Interpersonal skills emphasizing tact, patience, courtesy and respect Facilitation techniques Building capacity of adults to function in new systems Facilitation to foster new behaviors and practices in challenging contexts Building authentic and trusting relationships Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation Data entry, report writing and record-keeping techniques Presentation, communication, and public speaking techniques Use and application of computer software, hardware, and related technology Ability to: Collaborate, engage with supervisor, and take direction Effectively assess, manage, and implement school level program Deliver high-quality services Work with other District leaders to ensure their services are consistent and aligned Communicate orally and in writing; facilitate communication between diverse stakeholders Proficiently use MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Power Point to prepare documents, reports, and presentations Adapt services based on data Gather report and analyze complex data for planning, operational and evaluation purposes Design, develop and deliver effective and compelling verbal, written and PowerPoint presentations to community, peers, staff, and Superintendent on abstract as well as concrete subject matter relating to introduction of new standards, methodologies, and paradigms in delivery of school services Meet District standards of professional conduct as outlined in Board Policy Recognize, research, access and analyze management challenges; adopt appropriate plans of action Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity with diverse groups across lines of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, socio-economic group, sexual orientation, and other identifiers Establish and maintain effective communications and working relationships among diverse groups of students, parents, District staff, and the community Establish and maintain effective working relationships with multi-faceted public and private agencies and District departments Demonstrate effective written communication skills, including content communication, conciseness, grammar and usage. Recommend and assist in the formulation and implementation of operating procedures and policies Plan, coordinate and supervise the work of others (if appropriate and directed by Supervisor) Manage competing priorities and time Prerequisites: Bachelor Degree or its equivalency (2 years of similar and relevant work level experience = 1 year of college). A combination of experience and education may be used to meet the Bachelor Degree requirement; however, the work experience years used to qualify for the Bachelor Degree requirement cannot be used to meet the work requirement. Five (5) years of experience in the field of education, community development, or related field Administrative experience and/or business management experience preferred Demonstrated strong presentation and facilitation skills Experience working with students in a diverse urban public school setting preferred Valid California Driver's License Pre-employment process will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance.