Assistant Director - Special Education at Santa Clara County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director - Special Education, assists in the administration of the Special Education Department; directs and supervises the day-to-day operation of student programs provided by the Special Education Department and County Office sponsored charter schools; develops, implements and evaluates program policies and procedures; develops, administers and monitors program budget; coordinates ancillary staff assignments and caseloads; resolves conflicts among staff, groups, agencies and parents; serves as department head in the absence of the Director — Special Education; supervises and evaluates assigned classified and certificated personnel; and performs all other related duties.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to: master' s degree with major coursework in Special Education, educational administration, or related field and four years responsible experience in school administration or related field; Five (5) years of experience in a Special Education classroom setting Licenses and Other Requirements - Valid Administrative Services Credential or Standard Supervision Credential - Valid Special Education Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential or Clinical Services Credential - Valid California driver's license
REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Only attach the following materials to your application - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts (Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree). Copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (officials must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date. While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by mail, fax or email to: Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264 San Jose, CA 95131 Fax: (408) 453-6676 Email: hr_recruitment@sccoe.org
- Administrative Services Credential (Required, or Proof of enrollment in an Administrative Services Credential program.)
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to: master' s degree with major coursework in Special Education, educational administration, or related field and four years responsible experience in school administration or related field; Five (5) years of experience in a Special Education classroom setting Licenses and Other Requirements - Valid Administrative Services Credential or Standard Supervision Credential - Valid Special Education Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential or Clinical Services Credential - Valid California driver's license
REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Only attach the following materials to your application - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts (Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree). Copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (officials must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date. While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by mail, fax or email to: Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264 San Jose, CA 95131 Fax: (408) 453-6676 Email: hr_recruitment@sccoe.org
- Administrative Services Credential (Required, or Proof of enrollment in an Administrative Services Credential program.)
Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
- Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master’s degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provided official documentation is submitted.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30hrs+/weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits. Non-Discrimination Statement The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. Please direct concerns to: Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, CA 95131 kgill@sccoe.org
Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
- Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master’s degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provided official documentation is submitted.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30hrs+/weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits. Non-Discrimination Statement The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. Please direct concerns to: Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, CA 95131 kgill@sccoe.org
Application Deadline
8/1/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/18/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$174,680.16 - $222,941.16 Annually
$174,680.16 - $222,941.16 Annually
Length of Work Year
12 Months / 261 Days
Employment Type
Full Time