Coordinator of Child Welfare

Application Deadline: 9/1/2026 4:30 PM Pacific. Posted 8/24/2026. Contact: Yvonne Gonzalez, 760-848-1091. Openings: 1.

About the Employer

Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea. The district currently operates fifteen elementary schools, three middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one adult school. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a growing reputation for innovative programs and outstanding staff.

Coachella Valley Unified School District has a large Latino and English Learner population that has made tremendous improvements in student achievement in the past few years. We are proud of the accomplishments of our students, teachers, staff, parents, and the community that has made that achievement possible. Our district faces some very tough challenges in educating the children of the Coachella Valley. We remain convinced that we can and will continue to improve our educational outcomes so that more of our students go on to college and become respected and respectful members of our diverse global society. Education is the ticket to the future, and we are working diligently to make sure that we provide students with opportunities to excel and to prosper.

About the Role

The Coordinator of Child Welfare provides support and direction to schools in the areas of student welfare services, alternative solutions for discipline-related problems, areas which have liability and legal ramifications, and instructional programs for alternative education. This position will plan and coordinate the organization and implementation of pupil personnel services related to pupil welfare and student assistance programs for the District.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree, Administrative Credential, and Valid California Teaching Credential.
• At least three (3) years of demonstrated successful teaching experience.
• Written and oral fluency preferred in English and Spanish.
• Department of Homeland Security I-9 Form completion.
• TB Test Clearance.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License during the course of employment.
• Must be insurable at standard rates and maintain insurability during the course of employment.

Application Materials

• Resume.
• Three Letters of Recommendation within the last 6 months (one from direct supervisor).
• Letter of Introduction/Interest.

Pay

Monthly salary range: $12,036 - $15,138 (R28 of the Certificated Management Schedule).

Schedule

12 months / 8 hours per day / 247 days per year. Full-time employment.