Program Specialist for Special Education 26-27

Program Specialist, Special Education*Applications will be accepted until the position is filled* Days: 208 Salary: Depending on experience, $125,835 -$145,876Santa Maria-Bonita School DistrictUnder the direct supervision of the Director of Special Education, serves as a specialist to special education teachers, support services staff and administrator to: facilitate instructional programs for students with severe mild to moderate and moderate to severe disabilities; assess special education program needs and implement program objectives, provide and coordinate resources for addressing compliance requirements.Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssist in the planning, development and implementation of the special education program for students with mild, moderate, and severe disabilities.Assist parents and teachers in understanding federal and state guidelines regarding eligibility and placement in special education, interpretation of assessment data and the establishment and achievement of instructional goals.Support the appropriate placement of students and integration, inclusion and mainstreaming activities in consultation with site administrators, special education staff and school nurses to assist in the development, selection and/or procurement of curriculum materials and equipment to assist teachers with specialized instructional programs.Assist in the developing and coordinating the determination, delivery, and effectiveness of relevant services/staff development activities for special education staff.Assist the special education teaching staff in planning, organizing and coordinating staff functions, facilities, materials and equipment purchase and use of items.Assist in the development and enhancement of Community Based Instruction (CBI) for students with Moderate/Severe disabilities.Serve as Administrative designee at IEP's, as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.SupervisionUnder the immediate direction and supervision of the Director of Special EducationMinimum QualificationsExperience: Minimum five (5) years' teaching experience as a special education teacher.

Experience with special education management (Lead Learner, Teacher of Special Assignment, Administrative Designee at IEP meetings, etc.) preferred.Credential: Valid California credential authorizing service as a special education teacher; Clear Education Specialist: Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe credential; Administrative Credential or Certificate of Eligibility, is required.Desired Experiences: Knowledge of current federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to individuals with exceptional needs, especially laws and mandates related to Special Education services, Individualized Education Programs, and Universal Design for Learning and Multi-tier System of Support.

Experience with current developments in special education, especially pertaining to curriculum, instruction, behavior intervention, related services, and dispute resolution.Work Year 208 days by arrangement with the days of student attendance a priority.Resp Ratio: 0.904Board Approval: 10/14/15