After-School Recreational Director: Boys Basketball 7/8 at La Canada Unified School District

“Our Success is Intentional” La Cañada Unified School District is a learning community committed to personal growth and academic excellence. All facets of the district work to ensure its success is intentional. Part of the fabric of the community, La Cañada schools inspire a national standard for high academic achievement, citizenship, and student well-being. LCUSD emphasizes safety, security, and a wide array of wellness offerings as a priority on each of its school campuses. The district operates three elementary schools and a combined grades 7-12 middle and high school. Current student enrollment is approximately 3,975 students, supported by 517 highly qualified employees. Each school in the district has developed a comprehensive Responsive Teaching Plan, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Plan, and has adopted Stanford’s Challenge Success initiative to ensure that all students receive appropriate tiers of support in mastering academic standards and in developing their social, emotional, and physical health and resilience. La Cañada Flintridge is home of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Descanso Gardens. The professional residents of La Cañada are attracted to the city because of its excellent schools and its strong community spirit. Parent participation and involvement in the schools are extensive as evidenced by a robust La Cañada Educational Foundation, which contributes over $2 million annually to the district, the active volunteerism and program support of the PTA at each school site, and the Spartan Boosters at LCHS grades 7-12. Approximately 95% of graduating seniors enroll in post-secondary schools, with students attending their best fit colleges and universities across the nation. All of our schools have been named National Blue Ribbon schools, with Palm Crest and Paradise Canyon Elementary Schools recognized in 2021. La Cañada High School 7/8 was named a National Forum “School to Watch” school four times, most recently in 2023. All LCUSD schools have been designated as California Distinguished Schools, with its three elementary schools recognized again in 2023.

La Canada Unified is seeking a coach for boys basketball, grades 7-8, in the after-school recreational program at La Canada High School 7/8. Tryouts will be held early October, and the team will practice and play from October through December 19, 2025. The chosen candidate will be asked to start in the position immediately after background clearance is obtained.

Application Procedure: 1. Current LCUSD employees need only to submit an interest letter and coaching resume to Christine Golder in Human Resources at [email protected]. Outside candidates may submit a digital application through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). The application should include a coaching resume and references with their contact information. Letters of reference are welcome but not required. Letters may be addressed to: Dr. Debra Cradduck, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources La Cañada Unified School District 4490 Cornishon Avenue La Cañada, CA 91011 2. As applications are received and screened, candidates will be contacted for a personal interview. Interviews will be conducted in person with an interview panel at La Cañada High School. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Items below are required for an application to be considered:

Coach receives a $2,506.30 stipend at the end of the activity season.

Work Calendar: It is expected that tryouts will be held in October, and games will take place October through December. The team practices once or twice a week after school, which ends at 3:15 p.m., with practice times being scheduled based on gym availability. Both home and away games typically occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. Compensation: The stipend for the above position shall be in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the La Cañada Unified School District and the La Cañada Teachers Association, Appendix B. At the current time, this position receives a stipend of $2,506.30 at the end of the semester. Benefits: This position does not meet the eligibility requirements to participate in the District’s health and welfare benefit. Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): • Working with students to develop skills in the designated sport for a minimum of 2 hours per week. • Utilizing positive coaching practices and modeling good sportsmanship. • Being present for all practices and games, and riding the bus with students to and from away games to ensure appropriate behavior. • Planning the appropriate activities for practices and games. • Responding to all parent questions or concerns related to the team and keeping the Principal apprised of these communications. • Distributing a schedule of meetings, practices and games to students, parents and the school office. Additional information about this position can be found by clicking the "View Job Description" button.