Special Education Program Specialist - Lead & Compliance

Newark Unified School District; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Newark Unified School District seeks a Program Specialist to provide leadership and technical assistance for its special education programs. The role involves developing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating services to ensure compliance with laws and district policies, and supporting administrators, staff, and families for positive outcomes.

Early childhood experience is desired, and the position includes mentoring staff and supporting the preschool program.

Qualifications

• Letter of Introduction.
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 within the last 12 months).
• Resume.
• Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe.

Responsibilities

• Lead, technical assistance, and program support for the district’s special education programs.
• Assist in development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of services to ensure compliance with federal/state laws and district policies.
• Support school site administrators, special education staff, related service providers, students, and families to promote effective instructional practices.

Education

Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Mild/Moderate

Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Moderate/Severe

Job description

Newark Unified School District seeks a Program Specialist to provide leadership and technical assistance for its special education programs. The role involves developing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating services to ensure compliance with laws and district policies, and supporting administrators, staff, and families for positive outcomes.

Early childhood experience is desired, and the position includes mentoring staff and supporting the preschool program.