Principal Of Education

About the Employer

The California School for the Blind provides intensive, disability-specific educational services to students who have primary learning needs related to their visual impairment. The school serves as a statewide resource to provide expertise to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and families in evidenced based assessment, specialized curriculum, cutting-edge research and technology, and innovative models of instruction that prepare students for adult life.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Principal of Education Programs supervises Teachers and Teacher Specialists in CSB's Education Programs. In addition, the Principal of Education Programs provides leadership and strategic planning for the development and implementation of CSB's Elementary, Middle School, and Mainstream Programs.

The Principal of Education Programs oversees the development and implementation of appropriate IEPs and ITPs for students ages 6 to 22, and oversees CSB's sports program. Serves as a member of the CSB Cabinet. The Principal of Education Programs reports directly to the CSB Site Superintendent. Refer to the Duty Statemen for additional information.

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Requirements / Qualifications

Required Qualifications • Master's Degree in education or related field • Must possess a valid clear Education Specialist Instruction Credential with an Authorization in Visual Impairments or a Clinical or Rehabilitative Services Credential with an Authorization in Orientation and Mobility • Must possess a valid Preliminary or Clear California Administrative Services Credential (preferred), or be qualified and willing to enroll in an administrative internship program within the first year of appointment, must obtain a valid preliminary or clear California Administrative Services Credential within two years of appointment. • Minimum five years of experience working with students with blindness, other sensory impairments, and/or multiple disabilities. Desired Qualifications • Ability to work collaboratively within a management team as well as with a wide range of stakeholders. • Dynamic, forward-thinking leader who is constantly seeking to improve programs. • Experience as a program supervisor, principal, or program specialist with oversight responsibilities of educational and/or transitional programs for students with blindness, other sensory impairments, and/or multiple disabilities. • Experience developing and evaluating educational programs for students ages 6 to 22. • Experience working as a classroom teacher with students with visual impairments and additional disabilities. • Experience with and understanding of Common Core Academic Standards and the Expanded Core Curriculum. • Experience supervising teachers, paraprofessionals, and/or a variety of service providers to promote interdepartmental cooperation and efficiency. • Experience working with local school districts and families to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) & Individualized Transition Plans (ITPs), including facilitating IEP meetings, writing comprehensive, measurable, and appropriate IEP & ITP goals, objectives, and completing legally-compliant IEP paperwork.

The Principal of Education Programs supervises Teachers and Teacher Specialists in CSB's Education Programs. In addition, the Principal of Education Programs provides leadership and strategic planning for the development and implementation of CSB's Elementary, Middle School, and Mainstream Programs.

The Principal of Education Programs oversees the development and implementation of appropriate IEPs and ITPs for students ages 6 to 22, and oversees CSB's sports program. Serves as a member of the CSB Cabinet. The Principal of Education Programs reports directly to the CSB Site Superintendent.

Comments and Other Information

How to Apply Submit the following required documents: • California School for the Blind Faculty Application (please download from CSB's website under Employment Tab) • Resume • Cover letter with Statement of Qualifications • Copy of transcript(s) from Bachelors Degree and beyond (upon hire, original transcripts are required) • Attached Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) public view of credential status or credential copy • Three Letters of Recommendation (Note: Letters of Recommendations can be submitted later, but please indicate if they are/are not included with application packet) Submit the completed application packet via email or mail to: Dr.

Chemene Hooker-Henry, Director

• Human Resources CA Dept. of Education

• California School for the Blind CA Dept. of Education State Special Schools Services Division

• Diagnostic Centers 500 Walnut Avenue Fremont, CA 94536 chhenry@csb-cde.ca.gov All applications will be screened based upon desirable qualifications and experience. For questions and/or additional information, please contact Dr.
  
  Chemene Hooker-Henry, at 510-936-5587 or Gina Ouellette, Site Superintendent, at 510-794-3800 For more information regarding the California School for the Blind , visit or www.csb-cde.ca.gov Benefits Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources website, www.calhr.ca.gov and the California Public Employees Retirement System website www.calpers.ca.gov From employee pensions managed by the CalPERS to health, dental, and vision plans, state employment offers you many benefits. The Savings Plus Program provides additional opportunities to save for retirement with 401(k) and 457 Plans. CalSTRS is only applicable if you are currently in the CalSTRS system and wish to remain in their retirement system. The State of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

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