Program Specialist - Special Education

PSUSD; Palm Springs, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Springs Unified School District in Palm Springs, CA is seeking a qualified administrator to join our team. The position requires a valid California administrative credential authorizing service and a demonstrated ability to relate with staff, students, and the community.

Desirable candidates will have advanced training in education of individuals with exceptional needs, knowledge of computer applications, andExperience with preschool disabilities or career/vocational development.

Qualifications

• Valid California administrative credential authorizing service in this position.
• Knowledge of computer applications.
• Completion of the Target Success Sketch is required.
• Desirable: advanced training and related experience in the education of individuals with exceptional needs and a specialized in-depth knowledge in preschool disabilities, career vocational development, or one or more areas of major disabling conditions

Skills

Communication skills

Computer applications knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Administrative Services Credential

Job description

Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District.Lifelong Learning Starts Here!The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and several headstart/state preschools. In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE), athletics, advanced placement, Title I, GATE, and many other services.It is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees, we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and District’s achievement as well. In recruiting for our District, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.We create deep, meaningful learning opportunities, build professionalism, and engage parents and community, to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills, capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world.Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in Student Success:We foster- A growth mindset- Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments- An every-student, every-day mentality- Highly engaging learning opportunities- Instruction that is tailored to student needs- Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potentialJoin our PSUSD Team!

Requirements / Qualifications

Required:Valid California administrative credential authorizing service in this position.Character, personality, and social capability to relate and communicate effectively with staff, students, and community.Knowledge of computer applications.Completion of the Target Success Sketch is required. An incomplete sketch may subject the applicant to disqualification.Desired:Advanced training and related experience in the education of individuals with exceptional needs and a specialized in-depth knowledge in preschool disabilities, career vocational development, or one or more areas of major disabling conditions

• Letter of Introduction (A personal letter of introduction indicating reasons for interest in this position)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) current letters of recommendation from direct supervisors (must be within last year)
• Resume (Including background information, educational experience, community and professional involvement)
• Administrative Services Credential

Comments and Other Information

Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination StatementThe Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or, association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX.For questions or complaints, contact:Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance OfficerDr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 CoordinatorLaura Meusel, Assistant Superintendent, Student Support Services760-883-2703 Ext: 7605102ADA/Title II Coordinator - StaffClayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human ResourcesAll are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264In Person Interview: October 14, 2026

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