Program Specialist, Special Education (#8185.01) For The East Valley Selpa

About the Employer

The San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools office acts as an intermediate service agency between the California Department of Education and the 33 school districts in San Bernardino County to help meet the educational needs of all children county-wide. We are committed to working with our school districts, other agencies, families and the community at large by providing services, information and leadership, always with a focus on students.

Job Summary

Job Summary

POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the East Valley Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Program Specialist, Special Education provides consultation, coaching, one-to-one and group presentations, classroom support, and instructional and behavioral strategies for general educators, special education teachers, designated instructional and services personnel, and others providing instructional services to students.

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Requirements / Qualifications

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (brief summary, see job description) • Provides technical assistance to special and general education staff regarding program development and maintenance of special education instructional programs to meet federal and state mandates; • Facilitates and supports the implementation of professional learning opportunities at both the regional and school-site level; • Provides consultation, instructional, and behavioral support to address the needs of students with learning difficulties; • Assists districts to meet federal and state standards and special education reporting requirements; • Facilitates the acquisition and use of instructional materials, resources, and equipment, including assistive technology; • Assists with analyzing data and recommends applicable modifications to curriculum and instructional strategies; • Provides ongoing training on behavior management and other instructional methodologies to instructional and support staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Possession of a valid California Clear Special Education, Clinical Services, or School Psychologist credential; • Master's degree in special education or a related field from an accredited college or university; • Five or more years of experience in special education programs; • Knowledge of current state and federal regulations related to special education. NECESSARY MATERIALS FOR APPLICATION • Completed Ed-Join online application (incomplete applications will not be considered; all fields must be filled in); • Letter of introduction outlining skills and abilities as related to this position; • Current resume; • Copy of valid California Clear Special Education, Clinical Services, or school psychologist credential; • Copy of master's degree or official transcripts; • Three (3) current letters of reference (dated and signed within three years).

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications and provide all necessary materials online prior to the stated deadline to qualify as a candidate. A copy of a valid California Driver's License is required prior to start of employment.

Comments and Other Information

Non-Discrimination Policy The County Superintendent of Schools recognizes that the County Superintendent of Schools Office has primary responsibility for ensuring that it complies with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. The County Superintendent of Schools does not discriminate on actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnic group identification, race, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, mental or physical disability, 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, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment.

No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which the application was made. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, you should immediately contact the school site principal and/or Director, Student Services (CCR Title 5 and Title IX Officer), Mary Laihee, at (909) 387-8515 or by email at mary.laihee@sbcss.net or Suzanne Hernandez, Ed.D., Director, Human Resources, at (909) 386-9576 or by email at suzanne.hernandez@sbcss.net). A copy of SBCSS' uniform complaint policy and SBCSS' non-discrimination policy are available upon request.

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