Director, Special Education School Supports - Programs for Exceptional Children (PEC) (2025-26) at Oakland Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
BASIC FUNCTION: Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Special Education, direct implementation of the Special Education (SPED) Department’s goals for the implementation of comprehensive, data-driven Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Assist the Executive Director in providing educational leadership within the SPED Department, aligning the goals and objectives with the overall strategic vision of the District and implementing Local Control Accountability Plan goals specific to the service of students with disabilities. The Director, Special Education School Supports position possesses deep knowledge in the areas of evidence-based practices and strategies for supporting students with disabilities and leads a team of educational professionals to ensure implementation of evidence-based practice within school sites.
Requirements / Qualifications
PREREQUISITES Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development or related field required Master's degree in Public Administration, Education Administration, Special Education or related field preferred Five (5) years successful experience as a special education teacher, school psychologist, school nurse, speech and language pathologist or other related certificated field Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of special education programs Demonstrated understanding of the regulations regarding the operation of special education programs Experience working with a variety of agencies and community resources involved with students and families Experience in working with a diverse population of students and families within an urban school setting Successful experience in working well in diverse economic, multicultural and multilingual communities and environment Valid California Administrative Services Credential Valid California teaching Credential with English Learner authorization required; authorizing services in special education is preferred Valid California Driver’s License, if applicable
Requirements / Qualifications
PREREQUISITES Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development or related field required Master's degree in Public Administration, Education Administration, Special Education or related field preferred Five (5) years successful experience as a special education teacher, school psychologist, school nurse, speech and language pathologist or other related certificated field Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of special education programs Demonstrated understanding of the regulations regarding the operation of special education programs Experience working with a variety of agencies and community resources involved with students and families Experience in working with a diverse population of students and families within an urban school setting Successful experience in working well in diverse economic, multicultural and multilingual communities and environment Valid California Administrative Services Credential Valid California teaching Credential with English Learner authorization required; authorizing services in special education is preferred Valid California Driver’s License, if applicable
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
7/2/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
133,960 - 170,970 Annually
133,960 - 170,970 Annually
Length of Work Year
227 days / 7.5 hours or duty days and hours as assigned
Employment Type
Full Time