Special Education Program Specialist Early Start (0-3) Support (CalECSE) at Covina-Valley Unified School District
Requirements / Qualifications
CalECSE is seeking a highly qualified and collaborative Special Education Program Specialist to support Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) and County Offices of Education (COEs) implementing Early Start (Part C) services for infants and toddlers ages birth to three. The Program Specialist will provide statewide technical assistance, professional learning, coaching, and resource development focused on improving compliance, timely transitions from Part C to Part B services, inclusive practices, family engagement, and overall program quality. Responsibilities include supporting Communities of Practice, responding to LEA inquiries, assisting with implementation of monitoring expectations and quality standards, supporting development of improvement strategies, and collaborating on statewide resource and data tool development related to Indicator 12. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in early childhood special education, Early Start/Part C implementation, program leadership, and collaboration with LEAs, COEs, and interagency partners. Strong communication, organizational, and systems improvement skills are essential. Must have any credential authorizing teaching special education or authorizing service as a school psychologist, and five years of experience in special education pertinent to this assignment.
The following must be attached to your Edjoin application:
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three, no older than a year, signed and dated.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
CalECSE is seeking a highly qualified and collaborative Special Education Program Specialist to support Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) and County Offices of Education (COEs) implementing Early Start (Part C) services for infants and toddlers ages birth to three. The Program Specialist will provide statewide technical assistance, professional learning, coaching, and resource development focused on improving compliance, timely transitions from Part C to Part B services, inclusive practices, family engagement, and overall program quality. Responsibilities include supporting Communities of Practice, responding to LEA inquiries, assisting with implementation of monitoring expectations and quality standards, supporting development of improvement strategies, and collaborating on statewide resource and data tool development related to Indicator 12. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in early childhood special education, Early Start/Part C implementation, program leadership, and collaboration with LEAs, COEs, and interagency partners. Strong communication, organizational, and systems improvement skills are essential. Must have any credential authorizing teaching special education or authorizing service as a school psychologist, and five years of experience in special education pertinent to this assignment.
The following must be attached to your Edjoin application:
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three, no older than a year, signed and dated.)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Scott Turner, SELPA Executive Director, at (626)966-1679 or sturner@esgvselpa.org.
Comments and Other Information
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Scott Turner, SELPA Executive Director, at (626)966-1679 or sturner@esgvselpa.org.
Application Deadline
6/22/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/1/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$140,772 - $154,153 Annually
$140,772 - $154,153 Annually
Length of Work Year
213 days
Employment Type
Full Time