Language Arts Specialist

About the role

At Lawndale Elementary School District, we’re dedicated to building brighter futures for every student. Serving preschool through 8th grade, we are a community-driven district that values equity, student success, and meaningful connections. We focus on meeting individual student needs, raising academic achievement, and creating engaging learning environments. Through strong partnerships with families, staff, and the community, we ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive. Join us and be part of a team shaping tomorrow’s leaders in a supportive, collaborative, and inspiring environment.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the Language Arts Specialist supports teacher and student learning through professional development and ongoing collaboration around instruction. This position classification requires extensive knowledge in professional development and facilitation, Common Core State Standards, assessment models, curriculum development and implementation, knowledge of research-based instructional strategies, and exceptional collaboration and facilitation skills. The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class.

Requirements

• Current and valid California teaching credential: multiple subject K-6 or single subject English for grades 7-8 required
• Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience in corresponding grades in general education settings
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish (Preferred/Desired)
• Master’s degree or post-graduate work preferred
• Three (3) current letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required)
• Copy of Transcripts (Conferral of Bachelor's degree)
• CBEST Test Results or equivalent
• Current Resume
• Letter of Introduction
• Possession of Reading Specialist Certificate or an advanced subject matter degree preferred
• Experience in utilizing technology in instruction and professional development
• SPECIAL NOTE: Applications submitted without the required attachments will be screened out.
• Current LESD candidates should submit a reassignment request form (with required documents) by the closing date/time.
• Required attachments: Certificate Copy (Valid California Multiple Subject/Single Subject Credential), Copy of Transcript, Letter of Introduction, Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required), Resume, Test Results/Materials (CBEST or equivalent)

Pay

$71,975 - $133,184 Annually

Schedule

Length of Work Year: 186 days per school year
Employment Type: Full Time

Benefits

plus full benefits package