Education Specialist - Special Education Leader

Magnolia Educational & Research Foundation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Induction support

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Magnolia Public Schools in San Fernando Valley, CA, seeks a full-time educator to lead special education program evaluations, develop curricula, and coordinate services for students with disabilities.

The role requires a BA/BS (Masters preferred) and a California Credential as Education Specialist. The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, parents, and community to advance school improvement and student success.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. degree required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• CA Credential as Education Specialist with mild/moderate or severe designation.
• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
• Knowledge of IEP goal setting process and implementation.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• California Commission on Teacher Credentialing certificate/permit or equivalent.
• Highly Qualified under No Child Left Behind Act.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in program evaluations and follow-up procedures.
• Write/develop federal projects, state facility and equipment projects.
• Coordinate integration of special education into the total school program.
• Provide leadership in curriculum development.
• Work to maintain good public and community relations.
• Interview instructional candidates for Special Education areas and make recommendations to principals for appointments to positions.
• Procure and distribute new, specialized materials and equipment.
• Supervise record keeping of students in the program.
• Coordinate staff conferences and orientation meetings.
• Interact with parents, outside agencies, businesses and community to enhance the understanding of system initiatives and priorities and to elicit support and assistance.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Serve on system, state or community councils or committees as assigned or appropriate.
• Assist in the interpretation of programs, philosophy and policies of the system to staff, students, parents and the community.
• Work closely with school staff to support school improvement initiatives and processes.
• Keep informed and disseminate information about current research, trends and best practices in areas of responsibility.
• Facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of staff development activities in assigned areas.
• Attend training sessions, conferences and workshops as assigned or appropriate to keep abreast of current practices, programs and legal issues.
• Other duties as needed.

Education

B.A. or B.S. degree

Master's degree preferred

CA Credential as Education Specialist

Knowledge of IEP goal setting

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

California Commission on Teacher Credentialing certificate/permit

Highly Qualified (NCLB)

Job description

Magnolia Public Schools in San Fernando Valley, CA, seeks a full-time educator to lead special education program evaluations, develop curricula, and coordinate services for students with disabilities.

The role requires a BA/BS (Masters preferred) and a California Credential as Education Specialist. The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, parents, and community to advance school improvement and student success.