Program Specialist-SELPA at Santa Barbara County SELPA
About the Employer
The Santa Barbara County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) serves all Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in the geographic area of Santa Barbara County including the Santa Barbara County Education Office, for a total of 26 LEAs. The SELPA serves approximately 69,000 students TK through twelfth grade and up to 22 years old. In addition, Early Starts Services through SBCEO, serves125 infants and toddlers from birth to age 3. Santa Barbara County SELPA is a joint powers agency that provides oversight, guidance, training, and support to member local education agencies (LEAs), parents, guardians, and the community related to identifying and providing compliant, best practice Individualized Education Plan(IEP) Services to students with disabilities. The SELPA ensures that individuals with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education as per the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act PL 94-142 amended by PL 108-446 (Regulations 34CFR parts 300 and 301) and California Laws and Regulations (California Special Education Programs: A Composite of Laws Database). Through collaborative leadership and inclusive practices, the Santa Barbara County SELPA ensures equitable access to high-quality special education services for students with disabilities from birth to age 22. We support local educational agencies by providing expert guidance, resources, and professional development to promote student success and lifelong learning.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, SELPA, and/or SELPA Coordinator, the SELPA Program Specialist provides leadership and assistance to the Local Educational Agency (LEAs), families, and community agencies in the Santa Barbara County SELPA in the implementation of laws, regulations, and policies at the state, federal, and SELPA level to effectively support in the continuum of services for students with disabilities within the districts. Responsibilities include: organize and provide training for all educational partners including district administrators and direct service personnel; assist in the planning, organization, and coordination of SELPA programs and services; serve as a liaison between the SELPA and parent and community groups; assist the SELPA Coordinator in monitoring and providing technical assistance in Local Plan implementation, legal compliance and data collection; collaborate with Mental Health program specialist and Mental Health manager to support NPS/RTC referral process; lead and support district personnel in SIRAS trainings, reports and compliance
Requirements / Qualifications
Master’s degree major course work in special education or related field and minimum five years educational experience, required. Valid California Clear Special Education Teaching -or- Pupil Personnel Services-School Psychology Services -or- Speech Language Pathology Services, -or- Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification. Valid California Driver's License
Letter of Introduction Resume 3 letters of recommendation, one from current supervisor Copy of Teaching (or PPS, SLP, BCBA) Credential Copy of Transcripts
Requirements / Qualifications
Master’s degree major course work in special education or related field and minimum five years educational experience, required. Valid California Clear Special Education Teaching -or- Pupil Personnel Services-School Psychology Services -or- Speech Language Pathology Services, -or- Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification. Valid California Driver's License
Letter of Introduction Resume 3 letters of recommendation, one from current supervisor Copy of Teaching (or PPS, SLP, BCBA) Credential Copy of Transcripts
Comments and Other Information
Address letter of introduction to: Dr. Stacey McCrath-Smith, Executive Director
Candidate should have minimum of 5 years educational experience
POSITION CLOSES Friday April 10th.
First Screening for Applicants will be April13, 2026
Interviews to be scheduled week of April 20-24, 2026
Comments and Other Information
Address letter of introduction to: Dr. Stacey McCrath-Smith, Executive Director
Candidate should have minimum of 5 years educational experience
POSITION CLOSES Friday April 10th.
First Screening for Applicants will be April13, 2026
Interviews to be scheduled week of April 20-24, 2026