Job Description

About this Job
Office of Juvenile Justice
Swanson Center for Youth-Monroe
4701 South Grand St., Monroe, LA 71202
The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law-abiding citizens. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Principal to support the leadership and administration of educational programs within a secure care facility. This role is essential to fostering a structured, trauma-informed learning environment that promotes academic achievement, personal growth, and successful reintegration for justice-involved youth. The ideal candidate will bring instructional leadership, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to equity and rehabilitation.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate

• Must hold a Type B or Level 2 (or higher) Louisiana Teaching Certificate.
• This includes at least three years of successful teaching experience in a K-12 setting Position Description SCS will keep this document for six (6) years.

2. Educational Leadership Certification Must possess the following:

• Educational Leader Level 1 (EDL1) Certificate issued upon completion of a BESE-approved educational leadership program and passing the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA).

Note: Level 1 is the entry-level requirement for both assistant principals and principals.
3. Additional Requirements (varies by district or school system):

• Demonstrated leadership ability or prior administrative experience may be required/preferred.
• Completion of training in Compass (Louisiana's educator evaluation system) along with NIET beginning school year 2025-2026.

Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Assist the Principal in overseeing daily school operations, instructional delivery, and staff supervision
Support curriculum implementation aligned with Louisiana Department of Education standards
Monitor student progress and collaborate with teachers to develop individualized learning plans
Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive school climate through effective behavior management strategies
Coordinate professional development for instructional staff and support personnel
Ensure compliance with state education regulations, testing protocols, and agency policies
Serve as a liaison between education staff, facility administration, and external stakeholders
Participate in school improvement planning, data analysis, and program evaluation
Position-Specific Details:
Work Location: This vacancy is located at Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, Louisiana.
Appointment Type: Full time The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting.
The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
How To Apply:
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Garilyn London
OJJ/ Human Resources
Garilyn.London@la.gov
In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.
The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.
NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License and clear a background check.
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

Skills Required