Coordinator, Certificated (Credit Recovery) - Linked Learning Office (2026-27)

Ref. 11730

Position must be posted for a minimum of 10 days. 

BASIC FUNCTION:  Under direction of Director, Instruction, manage the overall operations of the District’s K-12 applicable program to promote and support the District’s strategic plan to ensure all students are college and career ready. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbent may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but are intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate the development of a cohesive District history curriculum strategy that guides K-12 implementation of applicable instruction. 
• Manage all program related databases ensuring that data collection, reporting, and dissemination is handled efficiently, accurately, and timely. 
• Develop a coaching protocol for effective delivery of instruction for assigned area. 
• Coordinate the development, preparation, and implementation of a variety of online, in-person, and hybrid formats of professional learning opportunities for District personnel and interested parties targeting the department’s focus areas. 
• Provide training, technical assistance, coaching, and mentoring to District staff to facilitate applicable curriculum implementation. 
• Assist with textbook adoption, if applicable, coordinate District events related to focus areas, as applicable.
• Support supervisor with grant funding activities, such as completion of program evaluations. Establish and maintain partnerships with community stakeholders and organizations.
• Mentor, and support teachers and coaches to improve current teaching practices.
• Plan, lead, and or attend a variety of meetings representing the department. 
• Supervise, evaluate, and hold accountable the performance and professionalism of assigned staff; interview and select employees, and recommend transfers, reassignments, terminations, and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate, and arrange for appropriate professional development opportunities for assigned staff. 
• Travel to sites, when needed. 
• Provide cross-training to other staff within the department. 
• Perform related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

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:

• Current District curriculum and school instructional programs
• Cognitive Coaching Curriculum
• Adult learning theory
• Strategic direction of the District
• Utilization of various forms of assessment to guide and design instruction
• Culturally responsive pedagogy
• Applicable federal, state, and District codes, regulations, policies and procedures governing work scope 
• Methods to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to work scope 
• Various District bargaining unit contracts related to employee evaluation
• Effective strategies, theories, techniques, and methods of professional development
• Diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of District students 
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation 
• Implement plans and evaluate their outcomes 
• Principles and practices of effective leadership 
• Budget preparation and management to ensure fiscal responsibility 
• Presentation, communication, and public speaking techniques 
• Principles and practices of supervision and evaluation 
• Computer software, hardware, and related technology 

ABILITIES TO:

• Interpret, communicate, implement, and maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, codes, policies, procedures, and District regulations governing work scope 
• Interpret District collective bargaining contract language 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others of diverse backgrounds, experience, and personalities 
• Address the needs of identified English Learner communities 
• Work with diverse school sites and conditions 
• Perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and policies 
• Communicate effectively in English orally and in writing 
• Model effective communication skills using tact, patience, and courtesy to understand and respond to the needs and expectations of team members and others 
• Analyze, interpret and communicate data 
• Motivate and support adults to transform their practices 
• Plan, organize, and complete work to meet established timelines and deadlines 
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective course of action 
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Implement plans and evaluate their outcomes 
• Prepare and deliver clear and concise presentations to a variety of audiences 
• Participate in District approved professional development to maintain current knowledge of evolving needs of students and the District related to work scope 
• Meet District standards of professional conduct as outlined in Board Policy 
• Serve as trusted resource to District administrators and facilitate communication throughout the District 
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate assigned personnel
• Operate personal computer, related software, and other office equipment 

PREREQUISITES

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Five (5) years teaching experience including content instruction, and relevant program leadership or administrative experience
• Master’s degree preferred
• Bilingual skills preferred
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential 
• Valid California Teaching Credential with English Learner authorization  
• Valid California Driver’s License

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS:

Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT:

Office and diverse school site environments; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds, occasionally 30 pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.

Salary : $115,733 - $147,709