Program Manager, Special Education (Area Support) at San Diego Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
Plan, organize, control, and direct special education services for a defined population of students with disabilities; provide monitoring and technical assistance and communicate between the District, other agencies and parents; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
Requirements / Qualifications
The Area Program Manager will support school sites in collaborative efforts to build and implement a robust integrated system for serving each and every student. Area Program Managers are responsible for assuring equitable access and academic rigor for students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs as well as assist schools to create structures and systems of support for all learners using the IMTSS framework. Area Program Managers provide coaching and support to schools using Marazano’s high reliability school model. The duties of this position include planning instructional supports, developing progress monitoring systems, designing curriculum, participating in professional learning communities, supporting schools and site leaders with the Least Restrictive Environment consultations that guide and support IEP teams to make student-based decisions, that create improved student outcomes. The Area Program Manager will lead and facilitate communication for site and district staff. The candidate will work in an integrated team in both Leadership and Learning and the Special Education Division. Additional Knowledge and Skills required for this position: Clear understanding of IDEA/IEP process. Ability to develop/deliver professional development. Effective communication/collaboration skills which allow for courageous conversations. Exceptional organization and prioritization skills. Understanding how to use data to analyze the strengths and needs of individuals and school sites to assist the school team in setting priorities to improve the delivery of special education supports and services. Knowledge and experience in effective instructional practices that improve outcomes for students with disabilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: master's degree supplemented by four years of teaching and supervising experience in special education or as a school psychologist. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Administrative Services Credential authorizing service in grades K-12. Valid California driver's license.
Requirements / Qualifications
The Area Program Manager will support school sites in collaborative efforts to build and implement a robust integrated system for serving each and every student. Area Program Managers are responsible for assuring equitable access and academic rigor for students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs as well as assist schools to create structures and systems of support for all learners using the IMTSS framework. Area Program Managers provide coaching and support to schools using Marazano’s high reliability school model. The duties of this position include planning instructional supports, developing progress monitoring systems, designing curriculum, participating in professional learning communities, supporting schools and site leaders with the Least Restrictive Environment consultations that guide and support IEP teams to make student-based decisions, that create improved student outcomes. The Area Program Manager will lead and facilitate communication for site and district staff. The candidate will work in an integrated team in both Leadership and Learning and the Special Education Division. Additional Knowledge and Skills required for this position: Clear understanding of IDEA/IEP process. Ability to develop/deliver professional development. Effective communication/collaboration skills which allow for courageous conversations. Exceptional organization and prioritization skills. Understanding how to use data to analyze the strengths and needs of individuals and school sites to assist the school team in setting priorities to improve the delivery of special education supports and services. Knowledge and experience in effective instructional practices that improve outcomes for students with disabilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: master's degree supplemented by four years of teaching and supervising experience in special education or as a school psychologist. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Administrative Services Credential authorizing service in grades K-12. Valid California driver's license.
Comments and Other Information
Application Process
To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following documents by January 10, 2021:
Online Employment Application
Response to the Supplemental Questions
Resume
Copy of Degree/Official Transcript
Copy of Administrative Services Credential
Additional documents may be attached to the online employment application.
*Submit a 1-minute video introduction. Please share why you have applied for this program including how your leadership experience aligns with this District's Special Education program. You can copy/paste the video link as your answer to the corresponding Supplemental Question.
Additional Information
The San Diego Unified School District communicates information regarding the hiring process via email. Please be aware that the District is not responsible for messages blocked by your email service. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can add the domain@sandi.net and domain@governmentjobs.com to your safe senders list.
The San Diego Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, immigration status, association with a group with one or more actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The Title IX Coordinator's contact information is lryan@sandi.net, 619.725.8000 or by mail, 4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103. It is the policy of San Diego Unified School District to maintain a drug-free workplace. If needed, individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation.
Comments and Other Information
Application Process
To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following documents by January 10, 2021:
Online Employment Application
Response to the Supplemental Questions
Resume
Copy of Degree/Official Transcript
Copy of Administrative Services Credential
Additional documents may be attached to the online employment application.
*Submit a 1-minute video introduction. Please share why you have applied for this program including how your leadership experience aligns with this District's Special Education program. You can copy/paste the video link as your answer to the corresponding Supplemental Question.
Additional Information
The San Diego Unified School District communicates information regarding the hiring process via email. Please be aware that the District is not responsible for messages blocked by your email service. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can add the domain@sandi.net and domain@governmentjobs.com to your safe senders list.
The San Diego Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, immigration status, association with a group with one or more actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The Title IX Coordinator's contact information is lryan@sandi.net, 619.725.8000 or by mail, 4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103. It is the policy of San Diego Unified School District to maintain a drug-free workplace. If needed, individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation.
Application Deadline
1/10/2021 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/17/2020
Contact
SDUSD Employment Office Human Resources
619-725-8089
619-725-8089
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$108,875.00 - $141,103.00 Annually
Length of Work Year
12-month/248-day
Employment Type
Full Time