Program Specialist - Special Education (2026-2027 School Year) at Franklin-McKinley School District
About the Employer
IN THE HEART OF SILICON VALLEY Franklin-McKinley School District (FMSD) is located on the east side of the Santa Clara Valley in San Jose, California. The Santa Clara Valley also known as Silicon Valley is highly urbanized and one of the most diverse and innovative counties in the nation. Being a culturally diverse District, FMSD staff work primarily with students from Central and South America, Asia, and other parts of the world. FMSD has a 21st Century Teaching & Learning Plan to transform classrooms into technologically rich and highly engaging learning environments. CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS - We have fostered relationships with top technology companies such as Adobe, Apple, Google, and Facebook, to name a few. Students get hands-on, real-world experience that helps them gain a better understanding of the specific skills and education employers are looking for. These experiences better prepare students for college and the workforce following graduation.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, develops, coordinates and assists in supervising programs for special education students; assists in the development and implementation of district policies and budgets relating to the district program responsibilities; provides leadership in articulating and coordinating the programs through the various district organizational levels; assists site level administrators and/or the Director of Special Education in the evaluation of certificated and classified personnel within the specified program areas. Coordinating and overseeing the district program educating students with autistic like behaviors, assisting with IEP reviews in insuring the district is in compliance with State and Federal special education guidelines.
Requirements / Qualifications
Administrator Credential Resume Letter of Interest 3 Letters of Recommendation (THREE ONLY within the last year)
REQUIREMENTS ~Master's degree ~CA Administrative Credential ~GE & SPED credential with Autism Authorization ~Specialized inclusion programs, curriculum, and Instruction with an emphasis in Autism ~Experience with special education law and compliance
- Credential Copy ( CA Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 required within the past year)
- Other (GE and SPED Credential with Autism Authorization)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Administrator Credential Resume Letter of Interest 3 Letters of Recommendation (THREE ONLY within the last year)
REQUIREMENTS ~Master's degree ~CA Administrative Credential ~GE & SPED credential with Autism Authorization ~Specialized inclusion programs, curriculum, and Instruction with an emphasis in Autism ~Experience with special education law and compliance
- Credential Copy ( CA Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 required within the past year)
- Other (GE and SPED Credential with Autism Authorization)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
We will not process your application without all required documents.
Comments and Other Information
We will not process your application without all required documents.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
5/29/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$148,611.09 - $173,695.66
Length of Work Year
221
Employment Type
Full Time