Coordinator of Special Education at Coachella Valley Unified School District
About the Employer
Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea. The district currently operates fifteen elementary schools, three middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one adult school. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a growing reputation for innovative programs and outstanding staff. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a large Latino and English Learner population that has made tremendous improvements in student achievement in the past few years. We are proud of the accomplishments of our students, teachers, staff, parents and the community that has made that achievement possible. Our district faces some very tough challenges in educating the children of the Coachella Valley. We remain convinced that we can and will continue to improve our educational outcomes so that more of our students go on to college and become respected and respectful members of our diverse global society. Education is the ticket to the future and we are working diligently to make sure that we provide students with opportunities to excel and to prosper.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Special Education coordinates District Special Education Services to students and parents in alignment with State and federal mandates and provides leadership in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of all Special Education programs serving District students. Assist the Director of Special Education in developing and maintaining quality special education programs and services throughout the Coachella Valley Unified School District.
Requirements / Qualifications
Application Requirements: EDJOIN online application Resume 3 Letter of recommendation (within the last year) Letter of Interest NOTE: Internal candidates are not required to attach letters of recommendation.
Qualification Requirements: Experience: At least three (3) years of demonstrated successful experience in the field of public education, part of which must have been as a classroom teacher. Education: Bachelor of Arts/Science and Master’s Degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning; Official Transcripts. Credential: Possession of valid California Teaching and Administrative Services Credentials. NOTE: see job description for other details. NOTE: Internal candidates are not required to attach letters of recommendation.
Requirements / Qualifications
Application Requirements: EDJOIN online application Resume 3 Letter of recommendation (within the last year) Letter of Interest NOTE: Internal candidates are not required to attach letters of recommendation.
Qualification Requirements: Experience: At least three (3) years of demonstrated successful experience in the field of public education, part of which must have been as a classroom teacher. Education: Bachelor of Arts/Science and Master’s Degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning; Official Transcripts. Credential: Possession of valid California Teaching and Administrative Services Credentials. NOTE: see job description for other details. NOTE: Internal candidates are not required to attach letters of recommendation.
Comments and Other Information
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
(Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973)
Coachella Valley Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination based on disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District assures the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in District Programs. Complaints of unlawful discrimination are investigated through the Uniform Complaint Policy and Procedures.
Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator, Director of Title IX, Michael Tittnich at 760-848-1081. The District’s 504 Coordinator is the Director Child Welfare and Attendance and can be reached at (760) 848-1156.
Comments and Other Information
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
(Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973)
Coachella Valley Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination based on disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District assures the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in District Programs. Complaints of unlawful discrimination are investigated through the Uniform Complaint Policy and Procedures.
Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator, Director of Title IX, Michael Tittnich at 760-848-1081. The District’s 504 Coordinator is the Director Child Welfare and Attendance and can be reached at (760) 848-1156.
Application Deadline
8/7/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/27/2026
Contact
Lupita Medina
7608481095
7608481095
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$12,038.00 - $15,138 Monthly
$12,038.00 - $15,138 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Row 28 Salary Schedule 002 Certificated Management
Length of Work Year
12 months/ 8 hours
Employment Type
Full Time