Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District

The Norwalk-La Mirada Board of Education has selected Natasha Baker, Ed.D. as the sole finalist for the position of Superintendent, contingent upon Board of Education approval at its meeting on December 9, 2024. Chosen from a large pool of highly qualified candidates vetted by executive search firm Leadership Associates, Dr. Baker is Chief Academic Officer in Fresno Unified School District, where she leads the Instructional Division that supports nearly 70,000 students across more than 100 schools with a combined departmental budget of over $580M. Prior to becoming the Chief Academic Officer in Fresno Unified School District, Dr. Baker served as the Superintendent for the Banning Unified School District, a public school system in Southern California with 4,500 students, 500 staff and a $70M operating budget. In recent years, she served as Deputy Superintendent of Hazelwood School District where she was responsible for providing administrative leadership, planning, organizing, implementing, directing, maintaining, and supporting assigned activities for 18,000 students and 2,200 staff with an operating budget of $200M. She has served as the Michigan Department of Education’s Deputy Superintendent of Education Services and as the state’s school reform officer where she led aspects of the state’s legislated accountability system impacting over 100,000 students across 72 school districts in 186 public schools. Academically, Dr. Baker holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of Michigan-Dearborn, a master’s degree in English from Howard University, and a bachelor’s degree in English education as well as a teaching credential in English from California State University, Long Beach. In May 2024, Dr. Baker earned a Master of Science degree in Finance from Johns Hopkins University’s Carey Business School. Pending Board of Education contract approval and appointment, Dr. Baker will take the helm on January 1, 2025.

?WE ARE HIRING? Norwalk-La Mirada is seeking applications for the position of Director of Risk Management. Under general direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, the Director plans, organizes, and directs the District's risk management program in the areas of workers compensation, property and liability, health and welfare benefits, security and emergency preparedness; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; serve as safety officer for the District; perform related duties as assigned. Qualified applicants should apply through the District's EdJoin page, which is available in the link provided. Applications will be received through November 14, at 4:00 pm PT. https://lnkd.in/g268AXEy

The Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District will be hosting a Classified Recruitment Event on Wednesday, November 13, from 8:30am - 3:00pm, for qualified personnel in the positions listed below: * Child Care, Aide/Bus Monitor * Paraeducator, Preschool Interested applicants are encouraged to apply for these positions ahead of the event by visiting EdJoin.org/nlmusd or by clicking the link in our bio. Qualified applicants will be invited to the event for in-person panel interviews. Walk-ins are welcome for assistance in application submission. Will be required to create an EdJoin account and have any applicable materials for the position. For more information, including job qualifications and requirements, visit EdJoin.org/nlmusd or contact the NLMUSD Division of Human Resources at (562) 210-2401. #NLMUnified

The Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District will be hosting a Classified Recruitment Event on Wednesday, July 17, from 8:30am - 3:00pm at the NLMUSD District Office, located at 12820 Pioneer Blvd., in Norwalk. This event is for qualified personnel in the positions listed below: Child Care, Aide/Bus Monitor Nutrition Services Assistant II Nutrition Services Assistant III Paraeducator, Special Education Paraeducator, Preschool Interested applicants are encouraged to apply for these positions ahead of the event by visiting EdJoin.org/nlmusd or by clicking the link in our bio. Online applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. PT, on July 9, 2024. Qualified applicants will be invited to the event for in-person panel interviews. Walk-ins are welcome for assistance in application submission. Will be required to create an EdJoin account and have any applicable materials for the position. For more information, including job qualifications and requirements, visit EdJoin.org/nlmusd or contact the NLMUSD Division of Human Resources at (562) 210-2401.

The Norwalk-La Mirada Division of Human Resources is proud to announce the Job Application Workshop, a free event centered around applying for jobs within NLMUSD. The workshop will be held on Thursday, June 20, from 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., in Room 401 of the NLM Adult School. The school is located at 15711 Pioneer Blvd., in Norwalk. Attendees to the workshop will be able to create EdJoin accounts, as well as search and apply for positions within the District. Human Resources staff will be on hand to answer questions about available positions, in addition to aiding with uploading relevant documents to complete applications (if needed). The workshop is open to District employees and the public, with attendees recommended to bring print copies of resumes, along with a valid I.D. Documentation of high school diploma or equivalency. Copies of unofficial transcripts may also be required depending on the position. If you are interested in attending the workshop, please RSVP at the link below. https://lnkd.in/gbRrAneu For more information, contact the Division of Human Resources at (562) 210-2401. Norwalk-La Mirada USD is an equal opportunity employer.

Really proud of our team for completing the brand-new Goodman Stadium for the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District. I had the pleasure of attending the opening ceremony and it was inspiring to see the enthusiasm of the students, teachers, and the local community. Their excitement is a powerful reminder of the impact of our work and why we are passionate about what we do.

WE ARE HIRING! Norwalk-La Mirada USD is seeking qualified candidates for position of Principal at Corvallis Middle School STEAM Magnet. Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 7, at 4:00 p.m. PT. Corvallis is an award-winning school located in Norwalk, Calif., developing in its students the knowledge, skills, and character for future success in high school, college, and career. Students can choose from a variety of elective classes in STEAM to develop interest and passion, laying the groundwork for future academic and social success. For more information and the job application, visit edjoin.org/nlmusd.

Norwalk-La Mirada is now accepting applications for the Certificated Management Position of Executive Director, Special Education. The Executive Director, Special Education is responsible for all aspects of the District’s Special Education Program, making critical decisions which directly impact the operations of programs, projects, and development and implementation of policies and operational procedures. For more information and application procedures, please visit edjoin.org/nlmusd. Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm PT on Friday, May 31, 2024.

Norwalk-La Mirada is hiring paraeducators in full-time, part-time and substitute positions! Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available for some positions. For a full list of available paraeducator positions and requirements, visit the link in our profile or the NLM job portal at EdJoin.org/nlmusd.

We are #hiring! We are seeking talented individuals to join the Norwalk-La Mirada team as Wellness Clinicians and Community School Specialists. To see more about both positions, visit the links below: Wellness Clinicians: https://lnkd.in/gnHCkcvy Community School Specialists: https://lnkd.in/gQjw_nEw You can also visit our page on EdJoin for all of our current job listings. https://lnkd.in/gvJn6PJB Every Student. Future Ready. OUR PROMISE!