Program Specialist - Special Education

About the Employer

The Grossmont Union High School District is dedicated to providing a safe and collaborative learning environment which supports academic achievement and social development for all students.


The Grossmont District operates on the premise that success for every student is dependent upon all groups in the organization including teachers, administrators, parents, staff, students, and the community working together to support all students in their development as life-long learners, thinkers, and successful contributors of the community.


The Grossmont Union High School District shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying against and individual or group based on the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (GUHSD Board Policy 4030).

Job Summary

To provide leadership in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized educational programs for students with Special Education Programs.


1.0 FTE

Job Description / Essential Elements:


GROSSMONT UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT C-12
HUMAN RESOURCES
JOB DESCRIPTION


Program Specialist
Teacher on Special Assignment
Special Education


Primary Function: To provide leadership in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized educational programs for students with Special Education Programs.


Directly Responsible to: Assigned Special Education administrator(s).


Immediate Subordinates: Secretarial and clerical staff as assigned.


Duties and Responsibilities:


1. Serves as administrative designee in coordinating the development of individual educational plans for students in specific Special Education divisions with teachers, parents, psychologists, speech therapists, and other ancillary personnel.


2. Develops and coordinates procedures for monitoring and evaluating student progress consistent with the Individual Education Plan (IEP).


3. Coordinates annual review process and participates in these meetings as assigned.


4. Assists Special Education administration in coordinating the admission of incoming students from feeder elementary districts.


5. Plans in-service programs in conjunction with designated administrator on an ongoing basis to endure compliance with state and federal regulations pertaining to eligible students.


6. Plans in-service programs in conjunction with designated administrator to ensure staff has appropriate expertise to meet Special Education students' unique needs and conducts an evaluation of each inservice activity.


7. Assists in conducting program evaluations as directed by the administration to assess overall program effectiveness.


8. Works with local school staff to ensure articulation with general education programs.


9. Oversees maintenance of student placement files to ensure conformity with state and federal regulations.


10. Assists administration in compliance with Special Education programs with district, state, and federal regulations.


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Program Specialist/Teacher on Special Assignment/Special Education C-12


11. Remains fully conversant with existing and new Special Education laws and regulations and communicates relevant information to appropriate personnel.


12. Prepares annual or interim reports to the state and to the district as directed by the administration.


13. In-services to Special Education teachers in a wide variety of Special Education procedures and policies.


14. Assists staff/administration in developing appropriate curriculum for Special Education students and assists in the identification of curricular materials appropriate for various Special Education populations.


15. Assists Special Education administration in monitoring the implementation of Special Education curriculum in a variety of programs throughout the district.


16. Prepares informational materials for parents and other interested parties regarding programs and procedures.


17. Performs other job related duties as assigned by the Directory and/or Assistant Director of Special Education.


Minimum Qualifications: California Special Education Teaching Credential. One or more of the following credentials is also desired: pupil personnel services, supervision, or administration.


Teaching experience in social science/life science or career and family education or drug education and/or health education desirable.


Revised: 05/92 Page 2

Requirements / Qualifications

• Credential Copy (A screenshot of your valid California Credential(s) (with document number displayed) from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) website - OR a Temporary County Certificate (TCC) from the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE.)
• Letter of Introduction (A personalized letter expressing your interest in the position and highlighting your qualifications.)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation written within one year from individuals familiar with your work.)
• Resume (A detailed resume outlining your education, experience, and skills.)

Comments and Other Information

It is important to note, to become an employee of Grossmont Union High School District, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs $72 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost).


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