PROGRAM SPECIALIST for SPECIAL EDUCATION - Internal/External Posting at Patterson Joint Unified School District
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PROGRAM SPECIALIST FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION
DEFINITION:
The Program Specialist for Special Education works under the direction of the Director of Special Education. The candidate must have an in-depth knowledge of disabilities and the interpersonal skills to work with personnel in the SELPA districts, the County Office of Education, and within the District.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
• Prepare and make presentations to various audiences;
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Work effectively with students, parents, a wide variety of professionals, and with agencies;
• Respond promptly to requests of internal and external clients (providing them needed direction, assistance, training, materials, and resources);
• Establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with individuals, groups, public, and private agencies;
• Acts as 504 Coordinator;
• Conduct Psychological evaluations;
• Assist PJUSD in locating appropriate programs and services for individual pupils;
• Provide coordination, consultation, and program development in assigned areas;
• Observe, consult, and assist special education teachers in planning and implementing individual education programs for children with disabilities;
• Assist SELPA districts with non-public, non-sectarian, and state school placements when appropriate;
• Participate in reviewing the effectiveness of programs for individuals with exceptional needs, including possible Section 504 candidates;
• Assist with development of innovative methods and approaches in dealing with student behavior;
• Coordinate the implementation of program evaluations (i.e., the Coordinated Compliance Review, etc.) as required by State or Federal Mandate;
• Carry out administrative duties, such as preparation, response and participation in mediations, complaints, and due process procedures;
• Review and approve delivery of relevant in-service/staff development activities for specific Special Education staff as assessed, developed and coordinated by the Program Specialist;
• Serve as representative/designee of the Director of Special Education, at meetings with community agencies to coordinate delivery of Special Education services to children with exceptional needs;
• Participate in the acquisition of grants and other sources of funding for programs and projects; coordinate and participate in writing proposals and agreements; ensure that grants and agreements are properly administered;
• Represent District at County, Regional and State project/categorical meetings
• Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Special education laws, codes and regulations;
• Skills in behavior management (BICM preferred); general education, curriculum, and current trends, inter-agency relationships; and
• Effective methods of program coordination.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Authentic Assessment;
• Norm Referenced Assessment;
• Creating and maintaining reports;
• Instructional Materials;
• Categorical Programs and Projects;
• Program Quality Review Process;
• Coordinated Compliance Review Process
• Computer Technology and Programs
Ability to:
• Prepare and organize categorical program materials;
• Organize and administer district-wide assessment programs;
• Collect student and staff data;
• Use technology to desegregate and report data in various formats;
• Organize, compile and distribute pertinent assessment data;
• Create and maintain assessment and categorical program reports;
• Assist with program instructional materials for site principals and staff; and
• Assist site principals in implementation of categorical programs and inservice teachers
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
• Holds a valid CA Education Specialist Teaching Credential, or Valid Pupil Personnel Services – School Psychology Credential, or Valid Pupil Personnel Services – School Counseling Credential
• Holds or qualifies for CA Administrative Services Credential by hire date
• Masters Degree
Other:
• Valid California Driver’s License.
Experience:
• A minimum of three years of special education experience.
• Two years of special education administrative experience desirable.
Works under the direction, supervision and evaluation of the Director of Special Education.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: * Requires a valid CA Education Specialist Teaching Credential, or Valid Pupil Personnel Services – School Psychology Credential, or Valid Pupil Personnel Services – School Counseling Credential. * Hold or qualify for CA Administrative Services Credential by hire date. * Masters Degree Experience: • A minimum of three years of special education experience • Two years of special education administrative experience desirable
Online application only. In order for your application to be considered complete you must attach all required documents. District does not accept emailed or faxed documents. If you should experience problems, please contact the system administrator - Edjoin. There is a phone number and an email tab on their web site for contact information. I suggest that you check the status of your application after you apply to verify that it was either “Submitted” or “Not Submitted.” It is your responsibility to confirm that your application has been submitted.
- Copy of Transcript (transcripts showing proof of Masters or proof of enrollment in a program leading to a Master's Degree)
- Credential Copy (proof of Education Specialist Instruction credential and Administrative Services credential or proof of eligibility for Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (three recent written, signed letters)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: * Requires a valid CA Education Specialist Teaching Credential, or Valid Pupil Personnel Services – School Psychology Credential, or Valid Pupil Personnel Services – School Counseling Credential. * Hold or qualify for CA Administrative Services Credential by hire date. * Masters Degree Experience: • A minimum of three years of special education experience • Two years of special education administrative experience desirable
Online application only. In order for your application to be considered complete you must attach all required documents. District does not accept emailed or faxed documents. If you should experience problems, please contact the system administrator - Edjoin. There is a phone number and an email tab on their web site for contact information. I suggest that you check the status of your application after you apply to verify that it was either “Submitted” or “Not Submitted.” It is your responsibility to confirm that your application has been submitted.
- Copy of Transcript (transcripts showing proof of Masters or proof of enrollment in a program leading to a Master's Degree)
- Credential Copy (proof of Education Specialist Instruction credential and Administrative Services credential or proof of eligibility for Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (three recent written, signed letters)
- Resume
Application Deadline
6/22/2023 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/14/2023
Contact
Stephanie Days
2098957782
2098957782
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$123,584 - $143,063/year plus $3,115 stipend for Masters, additional $3,115 stipend for Doctorate and applicable longevity. In addition, district pays $10,872 toward benefit package plus paid vision for employee & dependents and paid dental for employee.
Length of Work Year
210 days
Employment Type
Full Time
LONGEVITY
District grants all year of qualified administrative experience toward longevity. Longevity increases are 4% at year 11; 9% at year 16.
STIPEND
$3,115 stipend for Masters & additional $3,115 stipend for Doctorate