Program Coordinator - Ex Ed (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Sylvania; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is hiring to coordinate Exceptional Education programs, aligning goals with priorities and budget while supporting schools and instructional teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration, compliance, and implementation of best practices for students who have disabilities, with opportunities for growth and impact within a 12-month calendar year.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree with 2 years, or 6 years progressive experience in program administration.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Proficiency with word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of federal and state legislative requirements related to the program.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities and functions of designated Exceptional Education programs.
• Analyze, evaluate and ensure goals are accomplished within priorities, time and budget.
• Facilitate collaboration to implement program services for students with disabilities.
• Support instructional teams and schools in compliance and best practices.

Skills

Word processing

Database

Spreadsheets

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Word processing

Database

Spreadsheets

Job description

Now Hiring with Higher Pay! Thanks to community support, our posted rates now include increases funded through a community-approved override guaranteed through June 2031.

SUMMARY

Coordinates the activities and functions of designated Exceptional Education programs. Analyzes, evaluates and ensures that the goals and objectives for the Exceptional Education program are accomplished according to established priorities, time and funding limitations or other specifications. Facilitate a collaborative approach to plan and to implement designated programmatic services for students who have a disability. Assist schools in implementing best practices, maintaining compliance, and supporting instructional teams. Support student and school needs in the absence of the Program Specialist.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree AND Four years of experience administering or coordinating programs OR bachelor’s degree AND Two years of experience administering or coordinating programs OR Six years of progressive experience administering or coordinating programs.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge and ability to use word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
• Knowledge of federal and state legislative requirements related to specific program. Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• FBI fingerprint background check Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree.
• This position will be screened by both minimums and preferred qualifications.

COMMENTS

Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Exceptional Education Department - Sites vary

Classification:Non-Bargaining

FTE: 1.0 -8 hours per day - 2 positions available

Work Calendar: 12 months

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference theEmployee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.