Coordinator, Special Education at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Now Hiring: Coordinator, Special Education – Connections Division The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) is excited to launch a county-wide initiative providing comprehensive training in special education. This innovative program is designed to strengthen services for Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations through inclusive practices, behavior support, AAC communication, mental health strategies, and other evidence-based approaches. As Coordinator, Special Education (Connections Division), you’ll play a vital role in building the foundation of this program by: • Leading professional learning networks of program specialists to share best practices • Providing coaching, training, and modeling to elevate instructional practices in special education • Designing professional development through webinars, online learning, and partnerships with state and national leaders • Supporting districts with the implementation of new special education laws and requirements • Supervising and coaching administrative staff within the program
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education. • Five (5) years of increasingly responsible educational experience including two (2) years of administrative and/or leadership service in a public school setting. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or service in a public school program. • A valid California Administrative credential may be required for some assignments. There are supplemental question in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental question is listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your response in advance of beginning the application. 1. Please describe your experience in developing, delivering, or supporting training programs in the areas of special education (e.g., behavior support, inclusive practices, communication/AAC, structured teaching, alternate diploma pathways, or mental health). 2. How does your professional experience and philosophy align with OCDE’s mission to support the most vulnerable student populations through inclusive practices, equity, and collaboration?
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education. • Five (5) years of increasingly responsible educational experience including two (2) years of administrative and/or leadership service in a public school setting. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or service in a public school program. • A valid California Administrative credential may be required for some assignments. There are supplemental question in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental question is listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your response in advance of beginning the application. 1. Please describe your experience in developing, delivering, or supporting training programs in the areas of special education (e.g., behavior support, inclusive practices, communication/AAC, structured teaching, alternate diploma pathways, or mental health). 2. How does your professional experience and philosophy align with OCDE’s mission to support the most vulnerable student populations through inclusive practices, equity, and collaboration?
Comments and Other Information
A completed EdJoin application is required for a candidate to be considered for this opportunity. An attached resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The selected candidate will be also required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
EOE/ADA
Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Comments and Other Information
A completed EdJoin application is required for a candidate to be considered for this opportunity. An attached resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The selected candidate will be also required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
EOE/ADA
Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Application Deadline
1/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
11/17/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$587.65 - $716.02 Daily
$587.65 - $716.02 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Certificated Management, Range 32: Placement based on review of education and experience.
Length of Work Year
12 months / 210 days
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.