Program Administrator For Special Education (Current Bpusd Employees Will Be Given Priority)

About the Employer

MISSION Ensure High Achievement for ALL Learners. VISION In a culture of high expectations and academic rigor and an environment of support, understanding, and emotional safety, all Baldwin Park Unified School District students will graduate with a valued and highly respected diploma, prepared with the relevant skills, knowledge, and personal attributes necessary for success in a university or other institution of higher education and/or any post-secondary options of their choice.

CORE VALUES -- Learning FIRST Family: Collaboration, Community, Culture, Diversity Integrity: Honesty, Respect, Transparency, Trustworthiness Rigor:

Achievement, Action, Risk-Taking, Solution-Driven Service: Accountability, Advocacy, Dedication, Support Thrive: Creativity, Passion, Positivity, Vision

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Requirements / Qualifications

The Baldwin Park Unified School District is seeking a Program Administrator in the Special Education Department. Duties include the following:

Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Special Education, the Program Administrator provides assistance in coordinating and managing all aspects of the special education programs at multiple school sites. The Program Administrator for Special Education will support the school site principals in aspects of design, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of special education programs on district campuses for students ranging in levels mild/moderate to moderate/severe. For a full description of this classification, please review the job description.

REQUIREMENTS

• A Master's Degree in education or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation

• Three or more years of significant, directly related, and progressive school experience in the field of special education

• Possess an Administrative Services Credential authorizing service as principal, TK-12

• Possess and maintain a valid Teaching Credential or PPS Credential, preferably in special education (Attach all credentials to application) The following MUST be submitted with the application: -Ed-Join Employment Application

• A cover letter addressed to Human Resources with the following: •Explain the relevance of your career history and goals to the requirements of this position. •Why do you want this position? •What makes you a great fit for this position?

• A detailed resume outlining your qualifications for this position.

• Three signed letters of professional references (within one year), which can attest to your technical and managerial competence. (References must include contact information. However, references will be contacted only for the finalists in the process) -Copy of college or university transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired) -Copy of ALL required certifications and/or credentials This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
  
  We reserve the right to reopen, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position. Priority consideration will be given to internal candidates (District employees); however, external candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Baldwin Park Unified School District offers an exceptional benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and membership in the Cal PERS/Cal STRS retirement system).

Comments and Other Information

Baldwin Park Unified School District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination based on gender, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, or age, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you have been discriminated against, contact Dr.

Christine R. Heinrichs, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 3699 N. Holly, Baldwin Park, CA 91706; 626/962-3311.

Official offers of employment are made by the Baldwin Park Unified School District Human Resources Department and are made contingent upon Board approval. It is also required that a final offer of employment will only be made after the candidate has successfully been fingerprinted and clearance for employment is authorized by Human Resources. Costs for Live scan services shall be borne by the candidate.

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