Long-Term Substitute for Wellness Office Worker 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.

Under the direction and supervision of the LCHS 7/8 Principal, the wellness office worker provides support for the Wellness Center located at La Cañada High School 7/8 by greeting and supporting students, as well as staff and parents as needed; liaises with community providers, providing organizational support for wellness-related services, school events and partnerships; schedules student appointments; assists staff with case management duties; assists with documentation and data collection. This is a limited term position to cover the leave of absence of the permanent employee.

Qualifications: 1. Education: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree. A degree major in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or other health and wellness related field is preferred. 2. Experience: Two (2) years of advanced clerical experience required, as well as experience in working with multidisciplinary teams. A passing score on the District’s technology skills exam is required. Preferred: • Experience collaborating in an educational setting with community-based organizations, education/school/mental health colleagues, and other local agencies. • Experience providing case management or support services to teens. • Experience with and acquired skill sets in Excel, Word, Google, Aeries, and other web-based tools. Application Procedure: 1. Current district employees may submit a letter of interest and resume to Human Resources. External applicants may submit a digital application through the job posting on EdJoin. The application should be accompanied by a resume and reference names with their contact information. Letters of recommendation 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. After the screening of all applications, selected candidates will be contacted regarding a personal interview, which will take place at the District Office with an interview panel. Interviews will be scheduled as soon after the application deadline as possible.

The salary range is $24.04 to $30.66 per hour.

Work Calendar: 8.0 hours per day, Monday – Friday, with the work hours set according to the needs of the school. The position is expected to start in December, but the actual start date is dependent on the start date of the permanent employee’s leave. The chosen candidate must clear a background check through fingerprinting and submit clearance of tuberculosis (TB) before starting. The end date of this position is also dependent on the employee’s return date, up to but no later than Friday, June 5, 2026. The permanent employee is expected to return for the 2026-27 school year. Salary: Placement on classified salary range 30 is dependent on experience as an office coordinator in similar educational settings. Hourly compensation ranges from $24.04 to $30.66, which corresponds to $192.32 to $245.26 per day. A timesheet will be kept by the long-term substitute for each calendar month, and payment will be issued on the 10th of the following month. Benefits: This position does not meet the eligibility requirements to participate in the District’s medical benefit plans. For more information regarding this position, click the "View Job Description" button.