Director of Special Education - Special Education Department - 2026-2027 School Year at Santa Ana Unified School District
Requirements / Qualifications
MATERIALS Please submit: 1. Online Ed-Join Application 2. Resume 3. Cover Letter addressed to Jennifer A. Flores, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources 4. Three Current Letters of Recommendation (DATED WITHIN A YEAR and SIGNED WITH WET SIGNATURE, electronic signatures will NOT be accepted) 5. Detailed copy of valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential or Teaching Credential. 6. Detailed copy of valid California Administrative Services Credential. Please Do Not attach the credential certificate copy. (*See below on how to obtain your detailed credential) 7. Copy of Transcripts 8. Valid California Driver license (Do Not attach) 9. Biliterate (English/Spanish) desirable To obtain a copy of your detailed credential, please go to: 1. www.ctc.ca.gov 2. *Click on "Search for an Educator" 3. Enter your "Social Security Number and Birth Date" 4. Select your valid teaching credential for this position and print. 5. Upload to your application
Any combination equivalent to a Master’s degree and at least five years’ experience, three years of which must be in Special Education and two years as an Administrator.
Requirements / Qualifications
MATERIALS Please submit: 1. Online Ed-Join Application 2. Resume 3. Cover Letter addressed to Jennifer A. Flores, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources 4. Three Current Letters of Recommendation (DATED WITHIN A YEAR and SIGNED WITH WET SIGNATURE, electronic signatures will NOT be accepted) 5. Detailed copy of valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential or Teaching Credential. 6. Detailed copy of valid California Administrative Services Credential. Please Do Not attach the credential certificate copy. (*See below on how to obtain your detailed credential) 7. Copy of Transcripts 8. Valid California Driver license (Do Not attach) 9. Biliterate (English/Spanish) desirable To obtain a copy of your detailed credential, please go to: 1. www.ctc.ca.gov 2. *Click on "Search for an Educator" 3. Enter your "Social Security Number and Birth Date" 4. Select your valid teaching credential for this position and print. 5. Upload to your application
Any combination equivalent to a Master’s degree and at least five years’ experience, three years of which must be in Special Education and two years as an Administrator.
Comments and Other Information
-INTERVIEWS: Qualified candidates will be contacted via email to schedule an interview.
- Incomplete applications or applications that DO NOT include required attachments and a “Detailed Credential” will be SCREENED OUT.
- SAUSD will not accept attachments via fax, email, or walk-ins. If you need assistance with attaching documents to your application, please reach out to EDJoin Help Desk at (888) 900-8945.
Interview Dates:
Level I Interview: TBD
Level II Interview: TBD
Board Date: TBD
SANTA ANA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Founded in 1888, the Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) is the second largest school district in Orange County serving approximately 4,500 students and the 2nd largest employer in Santa Ana, providing job opportunities to approximately 5,000 employees. SAUSD is comprised of 32 Elementary, 8 Intermediate, 4 Alternative Educational Options, and 7 High Schools.
SAUSD is committed to providing each of its students with a high-quality education, rigorous and advanced programs, and a nurturing, safe environment with state-of-the-art facilities, 21st century learning and technology, and a direct pathway to college upon graduation. Our district proudly boasts one of the highest graduation rates in the state of California.
Comments and Other Information
-INTERVIEWS: Qualified candidates will be contacted via email to schedule an interview.
- Incomplete applications or applications that DO NOT include required attachments and a “Detailed Credential” will be SCREENED OUT.
- SAUSD will not accept attachments via fax, email, or walk-ins. If you need assistance with attaching documents to your application, please reach out to EDJoin Help Desk at (888) 900-8945.
Interview Dates:
Level I Interview: TBD
Level II Interview: TBD
Board Date: TBD
SANTA ANA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Founded in 1888, the Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) is the second largest school district in Orange County serving approximately 4,500 students and the 2nd largest employer in Santa Ana, providing job opportunities to approximately 5,000 employees. SAUSD is comprised of 32 Elementary, 8 Intermediate, 4 Alternative Educational Options, and 7 High Schools.
SAUSD is committed to providing each of its students with a high-quality education, rigorous and advanced programs, and a nurturing, safe environment with state-of-the-art facilities, 21st century learning and technology, and a direct pathway to college upon graduation. Our district proudly boasts one of the highest graduation rates in the state of California.
Application Deadline
5/22/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/11/2026
Contact
Luz Moran
714-558-5680
714-558-5680
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
Grade 129: $12,584 - Grade: 129: $17,387 Monthly
Grade 129: $12,584 - Grade: 129: $17,387 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
$12,584 - $17,387 Monthly (Extended Management Schedule Grade 129)
Length of Work Year
2026-2027 School Year
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Special Education Department
Calendar
12 months, 224 duty days